Ben is deaf and has other special needs. When his parents dropped him off at school, they had no idea how isolated he was and were devastated when…
This story's about Richard Pulley, a 78-year-old retiree who was DoorDashing to pay for his wife’s medications.
After seeing him on their…
I think most of us agree that teachers don’t have it easy. It’s long hours, a lot of pressure, and not nearly enough pay. But still, some are…
This new tenor is quickly becoming very popular. The tenor who didn't show up will have a hard time getting his spot back…
Philanthropy is not always about writing a check. It can be a life-altering educational experience that teaches middle schoolers about empathy,…
These days, when an accident happens, a lot of people reach for their phones to record and post, but keep driving, not wanting to get involved…
High school can be a tough time for teens. Many have self-image issues that cause them to disconnect and isolate from schoolmates who were once…
A lot of people in our country are wishing for an easier life. They're wishing for a little relief instead of having to face higher prices on…
Liquid Blenz is a company that sells a variety of herbal tonics advertised to reduce belly fat, boost libido, detox the liver, and increase…
"If you're a journalist and you don't believe in interviewing all of the major players in a story, then you're not engaged in journalism. You're…
We’re told a simple story in America: work hard, and you’ll be okay. But for millions of people, that promise has not been delivered.
This…
Back in the day, hula hoops were all the rage. Now, it looks like they're making a comeback in cardio training. So, head to your basement or attic…
Such a cute video. The horse wants to play, but the elk has a kiss he wants to deliver to the horse. Definitely, love at first sight. Nature has a…
We humans think we're superior, but we have strayed far off the mark of humanity. Too many have traded their goodness for the high of power and…
This story grabbed my heart and brought tears to my eyes. Under the most difficult circumstances, people can be amazing when they put their hearts…
On a recent visit to Trader Joe’s Market, I rounded the corner to the canned food aisle, where I saw an employee on his knees, hunched over. I…
This is a story that made me feel so good, I just had to share it. At Moss Haven Elementary in North Texas, everyone knows Ms. Trecia Crawford…
As I pulled into the Whole Foods parking lot a couple of days ago, I saw an older woman with a cane struggling with a misbehaving shopping cart…
"Gaze" is an award-winning Short Film by Farnoosh Samadi which has garnered an impressive 27 international film awards.
Samadi is an…
It’s been a mess in my neighborhood for over three months. But now, the long-awaited street replacement has finally been completed, and the…
The Hua brothers' organization HOPE helps keep outgrown clothes out of landfills while providing badly needed school uniforms to growing kids…
In his homily on Palm Sunday, Pope Leo presented Christ as "The King of Peace," and reminded the world that God “does not listen to the prayers of…
Louis has no boundaries. He illegally crosses the U.S./Canadian border daily with no remorse…
This young boy fascinates me. He's determined to prove something amazing about a butterfly's memory. Can it be passed on through DNA to future…
In the mid-1700s, American Revolutionaries were opposed to the idea of being ruled by a king. The great orators of that time evoked those passions…
With over two decades in the fitness industry, I’ve seen lots of wellness trends burst onto the scene and fade just as quickly. One of these…
This is one of those stories I had to share. Just a few days ago, the Greek government arranged a special flight to the Middle East to airlift…
The bill proposes to track every pregnancy from beginning to end, bringing us closer to the surveillance state depicted in Margaret Atwood's “The…
Since becoming part of everyday life, Artificial Intelligence evokes a variety of opinions and emotions. Some are enthused about AI for many…
In contrast to his staged, glorified descent down the golden elevator, our president signaled who he really was when he said, "I don't even wait…
AI is showing up in the news almost every day now, and it’s quickly becoming part of how we live. It can help us write, learn, organize our homes…
I once worked for a marketing firm that prided itself on creating exciting brand messages for corporate clients. The firm believed its marketing…
Zlatko is clearly in charge of the family's piano practice sessions, which ensures he gets his musically accompanied catnaps…
Last week, I had a late-afternoon break between client sessions and decided to have an early dinner at a new Mediterranean restaurant.
…
Thirteen-year-old Ryan Hulance has the right idea when it comes to spending his time wisely. Ryan has recycled over a million aluminum cans from…
Lately, I've been feeling out of sorts with the world. It's not unhappiness, it's more of a discomposure that won't lift.
Despite daily…
Nobody likes to be fooled…but it happens every day. There are lots of bad actors online who use AI to get you to believe anything but the truth…
We should all be asking ourselves some important questions today.
Why did American leaders feel the need to “obliterate” Iran again? Didn'…
Taryn Smith did something no other American woman has done. She rowed solo across the Atlantic Ocean.
In a time when women's…
Early on in my weight-lifting days, I was an avid reader of bodybuilding magazines. In an issue of Muscle and Fitness, an article discussed an…
I saw this colorful piece of street art in my neighborhood and wanted to share its joyful message with all of you.
Have a good day, and…
The real truth and nothing but the truth.
If you’re like me, there are people you love who have a tattoo, or maybe several. That’s why I felt concerned about studies showing a link between…
Signs of spring are popping up everywhere. In my yard, these cute little birds are a welcome sign that the season is changing and more birds and…
I read a story this week that has stayed with me. A man who was living on the streets walked into El Sur Street Food Co. in Little Rock and asked…
Texas State Rep. James Talarico and Stephen Colbert discuss God and Christianity in this profound interview taped during the Late Show…
Sometimes those special occasions don't go as planned. That's what happened to Simon's cat…
The San Francisco 49ers football team had a tough 2025 season due to player injuries. Hamstring and calf tears, high ankle sprains, and ligament…
This is such a sweet story. It makes you feel good all over…
I wish for all of us more calm, peace, and kindness toward others and ourselves. This includes having goodwill toward people from every walk of…
How do you feel about the nearly 400,000 immigrants who've been detained by ICE during Trump's first year back in office?
According to an…
How’s your memory? If you’re like me, you find yourself more often than you’d like trying to come up with a specific word to describe something,…
When temperatures dropped to record-breaking lows in Kentucky recently, this farm family knew what they had to do to save their new calf’s life…
Lily, a young girl and avid reader from Columbus, Ohio, apologized for biting off more than she could chew."
Her apology was tucked inside…
Those of you who are skilled in the kitchen may have known this, but it was news to me. It turns out that certain foods should never be cooked…
Economics professor and author Scott Galloway is one of the many outspoken critics of the tactics of ICE and border patrol agents in Minneapolis…
I've never believed in war. When I think of those who resort to it, I pray for them. I know power and greed nullifies their ability to think on a…
A friendly stray made up her mind that this guy exercising in the park was going to be her new dad. It didn't take much to convince him that…
The concept of truth has been trampled on, kicked in the shins, and spat on. When it's an inconvenient truth, it's been mocked and dismissed, or…
Most people I know have a very troubled heart these days. It's not just the brutality of ICE that's disturbing. It's the alarming deadness of soul…
Exactly 177 years ago, on January 23, 1849, Elizabeth Blackwell became the first woman to earn a medical degree in the United States.
She…
Imagine eating some tasty mushrooms, commonly served in restaurants in the Yunnan Province of China, and suddenly seeing little people walking…
None of us has escaped the dreaded 3 AM wake-up, where, for no apparent reason, our brain leaps from slumber, and our mind is off to the races. I…
Barely into the new year of 2025, a firestorm swept through the city of Altadena, claiming 19 lives and destroying more than 9000 buildings…
“Those who don’t know history are condemned to repeat it.”
— George Santayana
When George Santayana published The Life of Reason…
This little cowgirl knows what she's doing, and she's loving it. When you want to do something, go for it, no matter your age…
Findings from a new study reveal that microplastics may increase the risk of heart attack and stroke in men, but surprisingly, not in women…
Happiness is like a light switch. You have to flip it on by doing something you really enjoy, like connecting with someone who makes you feel good…
Whether it’s somewhere like a supermarket or department store, we’ve all seen it. A small child in their stroller or a cart, their glazed eyes…
Greenland is not for sale. Despite that, Trump never takes no for an answer. He wants Greenland, and the administration is discussing buying off…
With the callous murder of Renee Good, and the immoral attempt to justify it, ICE proved itself to be more than a state-funded tool for…
Why did Trump toughen sanctions on Venezuela back in 2017? An American economist, Jeffrey Sachs, explained it back in 2019. …
This is a fun way to kick off 2026. Guaranteed to make you smile, chuckle, and just feel good all over. Enjoy!…
During a workout session, my client, Mike, was performing a chest press exercise. For each repetition, I instructed him to pause for one second at…
It was long in the planning. The pretext, the action, the sequester of Venezuela's president and his wife—and the timing. Mainstream news outlets…
Years ago, a gym I worked for purchased a machine that could analyze a person’s body fat percentage, lean muscle mass, cellular hydration levels,…
Watching these adoption dogs pick their new owners for Christmas was pure joy…
An Idaho-based company is recalling ground beef in six states over concerns that it may be contaminated with E. coli.
The recall, announced…
The worlds of nutrition and fashion have something in common—both see trends that come and go, such as the Atkins Diet and Bell-bottom jeans…
A year ago, my client, Tony, age 25, broke up with his girlfriend. They met in college in New York, and for each of them, it was their first…
The soul-enriching benefits of being of service to others have been discussed frequently on Youtropolis. In addition to feeling good about oneself…
Among the various types of greenery in my parents’ front yard is a 15-foot Podocarpus tree. When neatly trimmed and decorated with lights, it…
Another nationwide Food and Drug Administration recall has been announced, and this time it includes nose sprays.
Due to mold, yeast, and…
Between 2010 and 2013, the clothing brands Nike, Adidas, and Patagonia made public commitments to increase their use of recycled polyester (rPET)…
As an American growing up in other countries, I felt like a celebrity of sorts. Everyone wanted to be American or claim they were friends with one…
I always love to share stories that uplift me, especially when it’s about people doing something positive for each other. This story could be a…
In America, there's an affordability crisis, an opportunities crisis, and a spiritual crisis. How are these interconnected?
Senator…
As the ruination of America continues under Trump and his band of Republican lawbreakers, opposition to his routine hypocricy, outrageous…
