700 Cats Rescued After TikTok User Finds a Texas Tabby–and Rescues a Sanctuary in Trouble
From South Texas comes the incredible story of how a TikTok content creator channeled his platform for good—rescuing a cat and a cat shelter by inspiring thousands in donations. The story, first reported by Victoria Lopez at My San Antonio, underscores the potential of social media ...
‘She saved our lives’: Woman Credits Rescue Dog for Alerting Her to Dangerous Carbon Monoxide Levels
Samantha Griffen and her family owe their lives to Luna, a two-year-old Siberian husky rescued from a shelter just six months ago. Griffen had moved into a new house in Marion, Indiana, and while she was resting one day due to a migraine, Luna’s persistent behavior saved her ...
‘PET Pirates’ Remove Seven Tons of Trash from Hungarian Lake in Plastic Picking Competition
It was a grand day out on Lake Tisza in southern Hungary as the PET Cup returned with great success. Sponsored by local and large businesses alike, the event featured hearty ‘PET Pirates’ plundering the artificial lake in search of treasure: plastic waste. These enthusiastic ...
Dad Attracts Diners from Across the Globe After Building $22k Greek Taverna–in His Backyard
Mr. Panikos Panayiotou has become an international sensation with his Lakis Greek Taverna, built in his backyard in Walsall, England. Spending $22,000 to recreate an authentic slice of the Mediterranean, his initiative has drawn diners from across the globe, with some traveling from ...
Sanctuary Lets People Go Glamping With Hundreds Of Cats
Denise and Thom Howard never imagined they’d one day be helping people go glamping with hundreds of cats. Originally, the plan was to help as many cats as possible. “We started as a home-based rescue in Jacksonville in 2016, just helping neighborhood cats,” Thom Howard told ...
Loving Dad Builds Adorable Child-Sized Camper for His Daughters
Mason Smith, affectionately known as thedadsocial, has captured the hearts of millions with his thoughtful and creative projects, shared with his over 3.8 million TikTok followers and nearly 3.5 million Instagram followers. Smith’s content is celebrated as a refreshing display ...
She Finally Earned Her Stanford Master’s Degree at 105: ‘I’ve waited a long time for this’
Stanford University’s 2024 graduation ceremony was a momentous occasion, featuring Virginia Hislop, a 105-year-old student who finally completed her master’s degree in education—an achievement 83 years in the making. In 1940, Hislop’s academic journey was interrupted by the ...
Man With Unyielding Depression Starts Picking Up Litter–And Helps Clear 13 Tons of Trash with Family and Strangers
Mike Scotland, a 32-year-old from Aberdeen, Scotland, turned to picking up litter along the River Don as a means to combat his severe depression. His journey began at a low point when he stood by the river, contemplating ending his life, but a phone call saved him. The sight of the ...
Woman Raises $233,000 to Give 90-year-old Veteran Still Working in the Heat the Option to Retire
Karen Swensen, a former New Orleans news anchor, recently initiated a heartwarming fundraiser that garnered significant attention and support. She encountered 90-year-old Dillon McCormick, an Air Force veteran, pushing carts in the sweltering heat at a grocery store in Metairie, Louisiana. ...
