Dogs
October 2, 2023

Small Californian Town Elects Dog as Its Mayor for Third Time in a Row

There’s a small town in Southern California that hasn't had a human mayor in over 10 years. Instead, the non-incorporated town boasts three generations of sweet-tempered dog politicians. Its most recent elected official, Mayor Max III, is a handsome golden retriever who assists his citizens by joining community events and mixers, and by generally being adorable. This tradition of four-legged mayors began in 2012 with Max I, a 12-year-old golden.

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Inspiring
October 1, 2023

Adult Son Cuddles up to His Dad to Show That You’re Never Too Old to Show Affection to Your Parents

For many, growing up means finding some distance from their parents—both physically and emotionally. This rings particularly true for adult men and their dads. Unfortunately, displays of affection between men are still frowned upon by many, even today. A man named Trey Sawyer chose to defy this cultural expectation during a recent visit to his dad. As they were watching TV together, Sawyer cuddled up to him.

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News
September 29, 2023

Iconic Sycamore Gap Tree Near Hadrian’s Wall Was Discovered Cut Down

When we think of iconic landmarks, manmade structures are usually the first ones that come to mind. However, natural wonders like Mount Fuji in Japan and the Grand Canyon in the United States are so well known that they are also symbolic of their countries. In the UK, the Sycamore Gap Tree—named after its position between two hills—was one such landmark.

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