Inspiring

May 1, 2023

High School Senior Graduates Early and Receives Admission to 180 Colleges and Over $9M in Scholarships

Applying to college is an important occasion for most teens. And while the average student will look at a handful of universities, one teenager in Louisiana named Dennis Maliq Barnes applied to 200 schools across the country and received acceptances to 180 of them. On top of that, he is being offered over $9 million in scholarships, breaking the Guinness World Record previously held by a Lafayette high school senior.

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April 24, 2023

Taiwan Has Tilted Mailboxes as a Reminder of Its Resilience and Hope

From sweeping landscapes to intricate buildings, Taiwan is an island nation that many tourists frequent. That's why it can seem odd that one of their most famous landmarks are two humble mailboxes. Located in the Zhongshan District in the city of Taipei, these unique mailboxes have captured the public's imagination thanks to their appearance. Unlike most mailboxes, these two, known as “Little Red” (or “Xiao Hong” ) and “Little Green” ( “Xiao Lu”)

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April 21, 2023

Family Adopts “Unicorn” Dog With Bump On Her Head

Every dog is unique in its own way. However, there's only one special pup that has earned the title of “unicorn.”  Strawberry is a 2-year-old pitbull who has a large bump on her head caused by scar tissue from an old injury. Although not life-threatening, this distinctive feature nearly led to Strawberry being euthanized. Luckily, she was rescued by La Belle Foundation, who helped place her in a loving home.

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