Life

Last year, Jake and Mary Jacobs celebrated their 70th anniversary of a happy marriage, but getting there wasn’t easy. Mary, a White woman, and Jake, a Black man, resided in the same city in 1940s Britain, although Jake was one of the few black men there. It would have been …

For most of us, Christmas is the most beautiful time of the year. The holiday is a reminder of the love we need to share with those around us, especially our family and friends. Sadly, in the case of one family, the Christmas celebration became a reason for a feud …

This story starts long ago in the dim ages, when bear and bison swarmed the forest and the prairie. Or about 2004, which ever you prefer. I was working at a sporting goods/automotive store at the time, at the customer service counter. A father and his son, who appeared to …

Carrie and Craig Kosinski responded positively when a long-lost family friend requested them to watch her infant twins. Carrie and Craig offered to temporarily assume custody of the adorable girls. Days turned into weeks, and weeks into months, and eventually the girls were a permanent part of the family. For …

Getting back into the dating world can be strange, and intimidating, especially if it’s been a long time since you were last single. Of course, the most important lesson to remember is that it’s crucial you stay open to others and don’t judge anyone too quickly. It was with that …

A newly adopted stray dog saved the life of a newborn baby in the middle of the night. The Robinson family bought a house in an isolated area, where they wanted to build a farm. Mrs. Robinson was pregnant and had to give birth to her second child, a boy, …

The sad truth is that some people are reluctant to end violent relationships and begin new ones. Despite these difficulties, tales of extraordinary fortitude and tenacity surface. An example of this is that of Cara Brookins, a mother of four who, despite having little money, chose to set out on …

The yearly class photo day is a highly wonderful occasion for kids since they get to pick their own outfits. But for some kids, it can be an unsettling experience since they are concerned about what others will think of their everyday attire, and some youngsters find it awkward to …

In the 1950s, Jayne Mansfield, a provocateur of her era, rose to fame in Hollywood. Mariska Hargitay, her three-year-old daughter, was also a passenger in the car at the time of the fatal car accident that claimed her life in 1967. Mariska was lucky to be alive and well. She …

After attending college there and deciding to stay rather than returning to New Jersey, a man from New Jersey bought his son a four-bedroom home in Pennsylvania. The home would be a good spot for them to visit occasionally so they could spend quality time with their kid in between …

As a state representative in North Dakota, politician Mary Johnson was more focused on keeping the city of Fargo running smoothly than she was of her appearance. Wanting her physical looks to reflect her achievements, the woman lifted herself from her seat with the state and landed in the chair …

Hachikō is a dog that probably needs no introduction. A symbol of loyalty and neverending love, Hachikō went on to become a cultural phenomenon, an icon not only in his native Japan but to the whole wide world as well. The golden-brown, pure-bred Akita was born back in the late …

In a surprising turn of events within the entertainment industry, actor Jim Caviezel has made headlines for refusing to collaborate with the acclaimed Robert De Niro, branding him as an “awful, ungodly man.” The announcement has sent shockwaves through Hollywood, sparking discussions about the intersection of personal convictions and professional …

Marta Stewart is, on the whole, a popular figure with fans and followers from all over the world. Yet she’s come under fire for a recent social media post during a trip to Greenland that many are branding “tone-deaf”. The 82-year-old was widely praised earlier this year after posing for the …

After years of being single due to my workaholic lifestyle, a friend played matchmaker and connected me with Alex. Initial conversations made him seem perfect – sweet, handsome, and intelligent, working as an architect with a great sense of humor. Our first dinner at his favorite childhood chain restaurant took …

Once there was a little boy who lived in the country. They had to use an outhouse, and the little boy hated it because it was hot in the summer, cold in the winter and stank all the time. The outhouse was sitting on the bank of a creek and …

During the 1990s, Anna Nicole Smith was one of the most talked-about and contentious celebrities. She became well-known by modeling for Playboy magazine, which led to her being named Playmate of the Year. She later worked as a model for clothing companies like Guess and H&M. She unfortunately lost her …

A mother shared an issue in Reddit’s r/AITA subreddit. The woman stated that she had two marriages, and between her children, there is an age gap, where her oldest daughter is 25, and her youngest are 7 and 9. The woman shared that her children are believing that Santa exists, …

In an exclusive interview with This Morning, Caitlyn Jenner opened up about her current relationships within the Kardashian-Jenner family. While she maintains a close bond with her daughters Kylie and Kendall, her relationship with ex-wife Kris Jenner has evolved over time. Gone are the days of direct communication between Caitlyn …

Actress Kathy Bates has been a staple on television and movies for decades. She is known to play fierce characters and in real life, she is just as intimidating. The actress was diagnosed with a chronic condition that forced her to make some very drastic changes… In 1970, Kathy Bates headed to …