Astronomy
August 29, 2023

On August 30, Stargazers Have the Chance to See a Rare Blue Supermoon

It will be worth staying up a bit late on August 30, 2023. If the weather is clear, people across the country should be able to gaze up upon a rare occurrence: a blue supermoon. While not technically blue in color, the moon will be shockingly bright and large as it travels its closest to Earth all year, with its peak occurring at around 9:36 p.m. EDT.

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Cats
August 28, 2023

The World’s Oldest Cat Door Has Been Letting Working Cats Enter the Cathedral Since the 14th Century

In medieval days, cathedrals would have been overrun with mice and rats without a feline prowling the premises. To keep vermin in check, the magnificent Exeter Cathedral—known formally as the Cathedral Church of Saint Peter in Exeter—has employed cats for centuries. In fact, they even added a cat flap to one of the structure's doors, gouging a cat-sized opening into the wood. This endearing sign of a valued cat occupant has fascinated the internet.

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Good News
August 28, 2023

90-Year-Old Store Clerk Raises Over $220K for Charity With No Plans To Stop Anytime Soon

In the English town of Oldham, Alan Wrigley is a local celebrity. The 90-year-old has been a steadfast employee at the local B&Q—a chain of DIY stores in the UK—for more than 20 years. During that time, he's helped raise over $220,000 for different charities. Despite his older age, he has no plans of stopping anytime soon, either.

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Inspiring
August 27, 2023

Woman Gives Her Baby the Same Last Name as The Stepdad Who Raised Her and Films His Reaction

Family is much more than blood. It's those who truly love us and care for us. This is evident in the many step-parents who would do anything for their step-kids. Recently, a woman who was raised by a loving stepdad found a unique way to let him know how deep their bond is. In a video posted to Reddit, a new mom introduces her baby girl to the infant's grandfather and her stepdad.

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