Just thinking about losing a parent is an unbearable thought. At some point, we will still have to come to terms with losing somebody who was a part of our being. Unfortunately, death is ‘normal’, and so are these truths: Feeling Alone After Losing A Parent We all experience the feeling of being ‘alone’ at…
Wu Qi, once a successful programmer, reshaped his life to bring animal-assisted therapy to China, inspired by the dog that helped him communicate as a child with autism. A fter seeing his husky Spark progress in an autistic boy, he launched Paw for Heal, training thousands of therapy dogs. His organisation now supports children, teens,…
The Coronavirus pandemic was a strange and almost unthinkable time for much of the world, but perhaps things would have been different if we’d heeded the advice of a random social media user. To use our former glorious prime minister’s favourite word, it really was an ‘unprecedented’ time for the whole world, as we were…
Carberry, Manitoba – January 16, 2025 — A devastating accident on Thursday near Carberry, approximately 170 kilometers west of Winnipeg, claimed the lives of at least 15 individuals. The fatal crash involved a bus carrying senior citizens en route to a casino and a semi-truck at a rural intersection. Rob Hill, the commanding officer of the…
Most middle schoolers probably have other things on their minds besides building houses. But Luke Thill, a 13-year-old from Dubuque, Iowa, is unlike any other middle schooler you’ve seen before. This talented and proactive boy has crafted his very own little house — in his parents’ backyard. The project cost him roughly $1,500 USD —…
An elderly man in a hospital received no visitors—except a loyal pigeon. Every few days, she landed on his chest, comforting him with quiet presence. Once a small act of kindness in the park, their bond endured. In solitude, he wasn’t alone; the bird remembered and returned love faithfully.
For many viewers, the morning show has been a familiar part of their daily routine, offering news, conversation, and a sense of connection. Over the years, the program has built a loyal audience that appreciates its mix of personality and reporting. So when news of a major change was announced, long-time fans were understandably curious…
When I accepted a new cleaning contract, I didn’t expect it to stir old memories. The client’s name: Diane. My aunt. The woman who took everything from me twenty years ago after my parents died. Back then, she promised to care for me, moved into my parents’ home, and called herself my “only family.” Then…
My wife always picks up our son from kindergarten. Today, because she wasn’t feeling well, I went instead. When I walked into the classroom, the teacher asked, “Where is Timmy’s dad today?” Before I could respond, another man hurried in, and she pointed at him. “There he is.” My son looked at him, then at…
High on the icy slopes of Mount Everest, where the air is painfully thin and the cold bites into the bones, survival is never guaranteed. For Australian mountaineer Lincoln Hall, the year 2006 would become a defining moment — a moment when life and death collided in one of the most unforgiving places on Earth. His…