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The most popular baby names in every state
Even before people decide they want to become parents, many have a secret list of potential baby names tucked away at the back of their …
Had a bad day? Watch this Australian toddler give an adorable pep talk
A family in Sydney, Australia, shared an adorable video of their toddler giving a pep talk filled with positive affirmations. “Hey. I say to myself …
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Woman delivers 14-pound baby boy after suffering several miscarriages
Cary Patonai and her husband Tim’s home is full of joy this week after adding a significant addition to their family. “Finnley just goes along …
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A ‘Peppa Pig’ theme park is opening in 2022
Move over Mickey Mouse, there’s a new animated animal coming to the theme park capital of the world. Legoland recently announced that a new Peppa …
California will now require retailers to have a gender-neutral toy section
On Saturday, California became the first state in the U.S. to require large retail stores to provide gender-neutral toy sections when Governor Gavin Newsom signed …
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Rookie cop’s quick thinking saves infant’s life
A Pottsville, Ark., family is forever grateful for the quick thinking of a 23-year-old rookie cop who saved their infant child’s life earlier this year. …
Dozens volunteer to replace old roof for woman who has lived 77 years in same house
More than two dozen volunteers came to the aid of an 82-year-old woman to replace the roof of the home where she has lived for …
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This water sensor lets you make sure loved ones are safe without invading their privacy
A Colorado entrepreneur created a smart water sensor and app with the intention of making sure loved ones are OK. “Adult children who have an …
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Board game storage idea saves a ton of space
Board games are a cherished American pastime, and so is stacking them all up in a haphazard pile inside a closet somewhere in your house. …
School named after oldest active National Park Service ranger on her 100th birthday
Betty Reid Soskin, the oldest active ranger in the National Park Service, celebrated her 100th birthday Sept. 22 and she received a gift that is …
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Mom asked son not to take off his mask in school so he wore it for school photo
Picture day lets the world know that school is officially in session. But amid a pandemic, it can also show signs of the times. Mask …
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Couples from around the country travel to Utah to be married in the ‘Church of Dirt’
Couples from all over the country are traveling to Utah to get married at the “Church of Dirt.” It’s not a formal church, but a …
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One of TikTok’s biggest dance stars is a 93-year-old grandma
Fran O’Brien is here to rattle your preconceived notions about social media stardom. When you think of TikTok dance crazes, you probably picture teens, alone …
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Supermodel Ashley Graham announces she is expecting twins
It’s double the congratulations for supermodel Ashley Graham and her husband, Justin Ervin. The couple shared some surprising news on social media: the couple will …
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A 99-year-old man is still jogging and inspiring others
A longtime runner at 99 years old, one Cincinnati man is still pounding the pavement five miles at a time, three times a week, offering inspiration …
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Jennifer Love Hewitt welcomes her third child
Jennifer Love Hewitt and her family are now officially a “Party of Five!” Hewitt, who is married to actor Brian Hallisay, just took to social …
DACA recipient to be reunited with mother after 17 years
Seventeen years ago, 15-year-old Bianca Acosta couldn’t look her mother in the eyes as she bid goodbye to her family and Mexico, seeking safety, security, …
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Sisters gave birth to daughters on the same day at the same hospital
What are the odds? Although Augusta, Georgia-based sisters Brooke Dueringer and Ali White found out within a week of each other that they were both …
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Thrift store found 149-year-old marriage certificate and returned it to the family
A woman was brought to tears when a North Carolina thrift shop handed her a long-lost family heirloom. Irene Cornish’s reaction was caught on camera …
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Teen raises $14,000 for pediatric cancer research through bake sales
Inside her Loveland, Colo. kitchen, 13-year-old Daniela Ortiz is baking up a big difference. This sweet endeavor started six years ago when her mom, Jill, …
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Disney’s new ‘princess hotline’ lets kids hear from Moana, Tiana and Ariel
Did you have to cancel a much-anticipated trip to Disney World or Disneyland due to the COVID-19 pandemic? If so, you are not alone: Even …
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Brett Favre says kids shouldn’t play tackle football before age 14
Former NFL quarterback and Hall of Famer Brett Favre spent 20 seasons playing the sport he loves. During that time, he faced huge defensive lines …
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100-year-old woman sets Guinness World Record in weightlifting
Edith Murway-Traina set a new Guinness World Record for weightlifting. The 100-year-old was named the oldest competitive powerlifter. “It’s like everything else in this world …
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Donut shop sells out after pledging day’s funds to families of teens killed in crash
A donut shop in Indiana completely sold out after it pledged that 100% of proceeds on Aug. 17 would be donated to the families of three …
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Meowing cat helped rescuers locate 83-year-old woman who fell down ravine
Police in England say a meowing cat helped rescuers find a missing 83-year-old woman who fell down a ravine. Bodmin Police say officers were tasked …
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WWII veteran celebrated 100th birthday by skydiving over his hometown
World War II veteran Tom Rice celebrated his 100th birthday August 15 with a commemorative skydive over his hometown of Coronado, Calif. Rice jumped from 7,500 …
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Scarlett Johansson and Colin Jost welcome their first child together
Comedian Colin Jost is known for making people laugh. Last weekend, the “Saturday Night Live” star got on stage for his first stand-up comedy show …
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Pete Buttigieg and husband Chasten just announced they are new parents
Congratulations go out to Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg and his husband, Chasten, who announced they recently became first-time parents! The news came from Pete …
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Newly married man learns he’s a match to donate kidney to husband
It’s easy to see that Rafael Díaz and Reid Alexander were made for each other. Luckily, so were their kidneys. “We matched in every sense,” Díaz …
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Michelle Branch is pregnant again after miscarriage
Michelle Branch has just revealed that she is expecting a baby! The singer shared the exciting news on Instagram, along with images of delicious homemade …
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Mom swimming across America to raise funds in honor of daughter who died of cancer
A mother is swimming across America in honor of her 14-year-old daughter who died of cancer. Vicki Bunke is participating in 14 open water charity …
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23andMe test leads to woman finding the son she put up for adoption 33 years ago
For years, an Ohio woman has wondered about the son she gave up for adoption more than three decades ago. What does he look like? What …
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Dad wrote hundreds of inspirational lunchbox notes for daughter and now he’s turned them into a book
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7-year-old who was picked on at school is making inspiring videos to help others deal with bullying
A 7-year-old boy from Rhode Island is spreading his message of positivity and inclusiveness worldwide thanks to viral videos on YouTube and Instagram. It all …
Boy spent pandemic collecting golf balls and then sold them to benefit a war dog memorial
Some people are just born to give, to make the world a better place. Heather Elledge said her son, Ashton, has been giving back since the …
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Nursing student delivered neighbor’s baby when woman went into labor at home
When a Utah woman went into labor much earlier than expected, her neighbor, who is a nursing student, stepped in to help. Ashlie Farnsworth’s fourth child …
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American Medical Association recommends removing sex from birth certificates
In the United States, recording the details of a child’s birth on a birth certificate is a relatively recent practice. For centuries, babies were born …
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Unique youth development program builds character through board sports
Courage and persistence are just two qualities that embody the grit and determination necessary for success. For the last 25 years, a youth development program …
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Waffle House waitress working double shift while looking after her baby received $1K tip
Need multiple jobs done at one time? Just ask a mom. These master multitaskers just keep getting things done. A mother’s ability to juggle so …
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Tan France and his husband, Rob, just announced the birth of their first child
Tan France and his husband, Rob France, just welcomed a beautiful baby boy into their family! The 38-year-old “Queer Eye” star shared the happy news …
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Clever glue hack uses smiley faces to remind kids to close the top
Clogged glue caps are a common issue with school glue — and they’re a pet peeve of many schoolteachers who have to deal with fixing …
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Jamie Lee Curtis proudly shared that her youngest child is transgender
In a recent interview with AARP, legendary screen star Jamie Lee Curtis shared that her youngest child is transgender. She said in the interview that …
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WWII vet celebrated 100th birthday by flying in a helicopter around a ship named after her husband
A World War II veteran celebrated her 100th birthday in style. Ima Black said she wanted to fly around in a helicopter to mark her …
Shawn Johnson welcomes second child with husband, Andrew East
As the Tokyo Olympics roll on, gold medalist Shawn Johnson East is celebrating a major milestone that has nothing to do with gymnastics. The sweetheart …
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Sisters celebrated turning 90 and 94 with girls’ trip to Nashville
In the “bachelorette capital of the world,” one group stood out from the rest. “They just told us we were going to take a girls’ …
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Nutella has special limited-edition jars for back-to-school season
Let’s face it: Back-to-school season is a time of mixed emotions. While many parents are glad to see their kids get out of the house …
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94-year-old gets to try on wedding dress after not being allowed in bridal shop in 1952
Almost 70 years after marrying the love of her life, Martha Mae Ophelia Moon Tucker has been able to enjoy what’s typically a crucial part …
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Dad wrote inspiring viral post about his son wearing dresses
Sometimes parents can get thrown off by their child’s fashion choices, especially when the clothes don’t match their expectations. (In fact, I suspect my mom …
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Olympic runner Allyson Felix is helping other athletes cover their childcare costs
Track superstar and U.S. Olympic team member Allyson Felix will race at the Tokyo Olympics in an attempt to win her seventh gold medal. And …
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Best Etsy baby gifts: 22 top-rated baby items
A special arrival deserves a special gift, and you can’t go wrong with Etsy for cute baby gifts that you won’t come across in your …