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Dad refusing to pay daughter for babysitting divides Reddit: 'Felt that wasn't necessary'

January 17, 2023

Dad refusing to pay daughter for babysitting divides Reddit: 'Felt that wasn't necessary'

An anonymous father of a 20-year-old woman and two 5-year-old boys asked Reddit if he's in the wrong for not paying his daughter for babysitting.

560-pound swordfish caught by North Carolina father and son: report

January 17, 2023

560-pound swordfish caught by North Carolina father and son: report

A father and son team from North Carolina caught a 560-pound swordfish about 60 miles east of the Beaufort Inlet before the end of the New Year, according to reports.

Viral jar lid trick may have you ditching jar opener gadgets: How to do it

January 16, 2023

Viral jar lid trick may have you ditching jar opener gadgets: How to do it

TikTok users are testing a viral jar opener life hack that uses a spoon instead of a fancy gadget to remove a stuck lid. Here's how the trick is done.

Mom's viral 'stranger danger' strategy alerts parents of crucial talking point they may be missing

January 16, 2023

Mom's viral 'stranger danger' strategy alerts parents of crucial talking point they may be missing

A mom of five and former teacher in Canada is sparking conversation on "stranger danger" after sharing in a TikTok video a strong talking point that parents should address with kids.

Pennsylvania dog needs a family in her ‘final chapter’ of life: Meet Melasa

January 15, 2023

Pennsylvania dog needs a family in her ‘final chapter’ of life: Meet Melasa

An 11-year-old mutt from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is in need of a forever home for the "final chapter" of her life. Meet Melasa, a shelter dog twice over.

Kirk Cameron, previously denied spots at public libraries, speaks out in California

January 14, 2023

Kirk Cameron, previously denied spots at public libraries, speaks out in California

Actor-writer Kirk Cameron is taking a kids' story-hour event across the country to public libraries — and on Saturday, Jan. 14, he appeared in Placentia, California, to share his faith-based book.

Remember the fear about flu flare-ups over the holidays? Didn't happen, says CDC

January 14, 2023

Remember the fear about flu flare-ups over the holidays? Didn't happen, says CDC

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Friday reported that visits to doctors' offices for flu-like illnesses dropped for the sixth week — despite earlier worries about a flu surge.

Cat in Utah seeks a lap to nap on: Gertrude is a 'gentle, older lady'

January 14, 2023

Cat in Utah seeks a lap to nap on: Gertrude is a 'gentle, older lady'

A "gentle older lady" named Gertrude with a few special needs is looking for a loving home in Utah. Gertrude is a tri-colored tabby cat and is said to be a "wonderful, loving companion."

With Lisa Marie Presley's death, mental health experts reveal why we grieve so much for lost celebrities

January 13, 2023

With Lisa Marie Presley's death, mental health experts reveal why we grieve so much for lost celebrities

After the sudden passing of Lisa Marie Presley, the daughter of Elvis, mental health experts explain why we often feel very sad when celebrities die, even though we did not know them personally.

Chicago bookstore owner's tweet about customer's $800 return goes viral: 'Don’t do this to a small business'

January 12, 2023

Chicago bookstore owner's tweet about customer's $800 return goes viral: 'Don’t do this to a small business'

A Chicago bookstore owner's Twitter post about an "expensive" return has gone viral after she alleged a customer returned $800 worth of books that was used as temporary decor.