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January 4, 2024

You Can Cuddle Some Cute Cows at This Unique Sanctuary in Hawai’i

The idea of cuddling with a furry friend sounds heavenly to many. Though cats and dogs are common snuggle buddies, there are other creatures out there who are down for a hug. Krishna Cow Sanctuary, located on the Island of Hawai'i, welcomes guests who could use some “cow cuddle therapy” by embracing these unexpectedly soft and friendly animals.

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Good News

January 4, 2024

Adorable 7-Year-Old Dances His Heart Out at Recital and Steals the Show

Few things are as contagious as the happiness of a 7-year-old.

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Books

January 4, 2024

These Are the Most Borrowed Books From Public Libraries in 2023

Each year brings the opportunity to make a New Year's resolution.

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Movies

January 4, 2024

Actor Gary Sinise Reflects on How Playing Lieutenant Dan in ‘Forest Gump’ Changed His Life

Actors play numerous roles throughout their careers, but some parts resonate more than others. For Gary Sinise, it was the character of Lieutenant Dan from Forrest Gump that made a lasting impact. In the 1994 film, Lt. Dan loses both of his legs during the Vietnam War, but regains his will to live again with Forrest's help. Since 2011, Sinise has been helping veterans, first responders, and their families with the Gary Sinise Foundation.

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Embroidery

January 4, 2024

Stunning Embroidered Still Lifes Made With Countless Stitches of Colorful Thread

While many think of embroidery as a type of adornment, there are numerous crafters who are pushing the creative possibilities...

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Art

January 3, 2024

Mickey Mouse’s First Animated Short ‘Steamboat Willie’ Is Now in the Public Domain

Almost a century ago, one of the most iconic cartoon characters made his formal debut on the big screen.

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Inspiring

January 3, 2024

Dutch Church Hosts a 96-Day-Long Service To Protect an Armenian Refugee Family From Being Deported

Church services are known for bringing people together. Sometimes, they can also rally behind a community member in need of help. But few efforts are as unique as that of Bethelkerk (Bethel Church), in the Netherlands. Facing deportation, a refugee family took shelter at the Protestant temple.

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Sports

January 3, 2024

16-Year-Old Becomes Youngest Person to Ever Reach Finals at World Darts Championship

A 16-year-old named Luke Littler is taking the PDC World Darts Championship by storm.

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Archeology

January 3, 2024

Ancestral Pueblo Carvings Discovered in the Southwest May Have Been a Calendar

Across human history, time has been measured in different ways—by moon cycles, plants ripening, and saints days.

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Entertainment

January 3, 2024

Danny DeVito and Arnold Schwarzenegger Have a ‘Twins’ Reunion 36 Years After Their Film

Nearly 36 years ago, actors Danny DeVito and Arnold Schwarzenegger co-starred in the comedy Twins. They played a pair of genetically engineered twin brothers that were separated at birth. As it turns out, their on screen bond has lived on after the 1988 movie's success as well. Recently, the pair of stars were captured in a mini reunion. Scwarzenegger shared a photo of himself, DeVito, and DeVito's daughter, Lucy on Instagram.

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