Category: Inspiring News

Dad Stuck at Home During COVID Builds Tree Fort for Kids—Then It Turns Into State-Wide Business

When life gives you lemons, make lemonade … or build a lemonade stand. That philosophy inspired Mike Scaglione, 42, to put his hands to good use during COVID—as he once worked in the medical device industry but became stuck at home with endless time to kill during the pandemic. Yeah, lemons. So, the dad from…


1-in-200-Million Rare Identical Triplets Are Set to Celebrate Their First Christmas

A set of extremely rare, one-in-200-million identical triplets are set to celebrate their first Christmas with their parents who are determined to go all out. Megan Smyth, 32, gave birth to identical triplets, Colby, Odyn, and Rico, at 32 weeks, with each weighing less than a bottle of ketchup. The medical marvels, who are currently 9…


Tennessee Man Drives to Kentucky Towing His Smoker to Grill Hot Meals for Tornado Survivors

After storms unleashed a cluster of tornadoes that swept across western Kentucky late Friday, Dec. 10, leaving a trail of devastation in their wake, Mayfield, a town of around 10,000, was one of the worst hit areas. But while the unimaginable damage has left many parts of the town unrecognizable, the community is still coming…


Ancient Tales of Wisdom: The Light on the Hills

Ancient tales of wisdom remind us of the traditions and moral values that have been treasured all over the world. We hope the stories and messages in our Tales of Wisdom series help uplift the hearts and minds of our readers. This retold tale, “The Light on the Hills,” is one of many audio stories…


(Video) Man Keeps Feeding Stray Dog That Bit Him Hard; Now She Greets Him with Kisses

A Mexican man who has opened his heart to stray animals in need has authored a true sorrow-to-success story with one special stray dog. Even after being bitten hard, he persevered in trying to bond with the terrified pup. His selfless efforts eventually paid off, and his success is a message to all to always…


2 Mountain Lions Survive After a Litter of 4 Was Found Under a Picnic Table in California

Two mountain lion kittens that survived after a litter of four was found under a picnic table are being cared for at a Southern California veterinary hospital, according to officials. The four tiny cats, estimated to be about 6 weeks old, were spotted on Nov. 29 outside an office building near foothills in the Los…


Christmas Lights-Obsessed Man Syncs Music and Bulbs for Eyepopping Symphony Show

Albuquerque resident Michael Coffing is a self-described Christmas “light bug.” He even bought his new house based on Christmas light dramatic potential and optimal viewing location. Every year, the 37-year-old dad puts on a Christmas light show like no other, incorporating his favorite musical tunes—music taking center stage in Coffing’s decorations—which he programs with lights…


Woman Self-Renovates Her Old Flat for $6,600 Using Upcycled Furniture and Freebie Items

A woman has turned her council flat into her dream home over lockdown for under 5,000 pounds (approx. US$6,600). Emma Campbell, 30, a digital marketing trainer, got her flat from the council when she was just 17 years old. Since then, she bought the flat for herself, and over the lockdown, she transformed it into her…


Astro Photographer Uses 200,000 Moon Photos to Show Exaggerated Lunar Craters and Texture

Making good use of the clear night skies in Arizona, where he recently moved, astronomy buff Andrew McCarthy sets up his telescope camera in his backyard to take spectacular shots of the moon. After the pandemic halted his career working for a tech startup, the digital artist/photographer struck out to turn his passion into a…


‘It’s Just Lovely’: Man Who Has Been Santa Claus for the Past 35 Years Shares His Journey

With the holiday season upon us and Christmas approaching soon, a professional Santa Claus from England shares his experience and tips for parents to make their family visit to Santa this year a truly memorable one. “Henley Santa,” Michael Facherty, 70, who resides in Reading, UK, has been a professional Santa for the past 35…