Owls are often portrayed in films and books as wise creatures who are at the same time very affectionate and friendly. These nocturnal birds, who usually hunt by night, are among the best-camouflaged birds in nature.
I guess people got fascinated with them even more after J.K Rowling’s books and movies about Harry Potter who had an owl as a pet.
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Although some say that owls tend to avoid humans, the truth is that they are in fact sociable and only get aggressive if they feel threatened or if someone gets too close to their nest and their babies.
The video below, which is a compilation of cute owls, lets us see their gentle side. Some of them enjoy being kissed by humans, others have fun while taking a nice bath in the kitchen sink, and some even dance to the rhythm. All in all, owls are magnificent creatures, especially when they stare directly at you with their wide and shining eyes.
Who knew these birds could be so fun to be around? Check them out below, they will definitely make your day.
Not everyone can be part of the military, because it takes not only physical strength and devotion to be a soldier, but readiness to risk it all for the sake of your country and its people, too.
Tom Cornish is a 96-year-old veteran who is used to helping others. He served in the World War II, and even today, years after his service in the military is over, Tom still found a way to be of use to the people who put their life on the line on a daily basis.
Because of the coronavirus pandemic and the imposed lockdowns, Tom has plenty of free time. Although he has five children and many grandchildren, he is not able to see them often because of the risk of contracting the virus. He knows, however, that they are always there for him.
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What Tom does is weaving warm hats for the Salvation Army. “If someone needs something, give it to them,” he says. “Volunteering does something to a person. You’re working for others.”
This veteran, who lives in an apartment in Champlin Shores, weaves one hat a day, but there are days, however, when he finishes two or even three hats.
“There’s people here that want me to sell them, but I won’t,” Tom says. “I give them to the Salvation Army.”
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The communications director for the Salvation Army Northern Division, Dan Furry, says Tom is an inspiration and adds, “It goes to show people there’s something that everyone can do.”
So far, Tom weaved around 400 hats, and he even gives weaving lessons to other people at his senior living complex. One of his neighbors has already created 35 hats himself.
Speaking of his father, Tom’s son Jerry told Kare11 News, “This is how he got to be 96 years old, because he’s helping everybody else. Everybody’s more important than he is, in his mind.”
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Awesome job Mr. Tom, and thank you for your service.
Check out the video below to learn more about the work of this caring man.
A 10-year-old boy lost his life after he accidentally shot himself while playing with a gun. Teon Burwell found the weapon in the house and got curious, thus took it in his arms. Unfortunately, the gun fired and shot Teon in the arm. The bullet went through to his other arm and hit an artery, according to the boy’s grandma, Louise Shelton, who spoke to WTVR.com about the tragedy.
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Teon, whom his family and friends called Tootie, was pronounced dead at the hospital.
At the time of the accident, he was with his 12-year-old brother. Richmond Police released a statement saying they are yet to discover how the boy ended up with the gun and added they are not searching for suspects and are treating the case as an accident.
This is 10-year-old Teon Burwell. His family says he was playing at his home when he found a gun Tuesday evening. They…
His aunt, Maria Shelton, described Teon as a fun and great kid who always laughed. She also urged people to keep their weapons out of the reach of kids in hopes of tragedies like this one from happening in the future. “He should’ve never had a way to get access to a firearm at the age of 10, period,” Shelton said. “It was an accident, but he’s gone. If you have guns lock them up and keep them far away.”
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The justice for 4-year-old Samiah Christine Cornell Downing who was severely abused by her father Ronald Dean Greer and his girlfriend Bianca Annie Mae Stanch and died as a result of the cruel treatment has finally been served.
After almost 10 years, the monsters have been sentenced to 32 years in prison but many believe the punishment doesn’t fit the crime.
The couple was charged back in 2012 for first-degree murder but the trial was delayed over and over again until Oct. 6, 2020 when they were found guilty and then sentenced in March of this year.
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According to the San Bernardino County District Attorney Justin Crocker, Stanch hated her boyfriend’s daughter and did all in her power to make the little girl’s life a living hell. The father didn’t intervene and even took part in the abuse.
“Witnesses also testified that Stanch and Greer duct-taped Samiah’s wrists and ankles together on multiple occasions and left her overnight so that she could not get out to get water,” Crocker shared in a Facebook post.
In one occasion, little Samiah managed to get to the kitchen and drank the only liquid she could reach, which unfortunately was a cleaning solution. A day before she died, Samiah was beaten and forced to stay in the corner for eight hours. The abuse continued the following day when “Stanch poured a pot of boiling water on Samiah’s back and chest. Samiah was also denied water to drink during these final days of her life.”
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On the night of her death, Samiah was left in the apartment with Stanch’s cousin Rayshawn Stanch while Stanch and Greer went to a restaurant.
When they got back home, the girl was already dead. It was determined she died of dehydration. She was also starved.
The three took the girl’s body, put it in the car, and buried it in a shallow grave in the desert.
“Friends, family members, and teachers testified about the sweet and happy little girl they knew and loved.”
The father claimed he wasn’t aware of the abuse his daughter suffered from the hands of his girlfriend, but evidence said otherwise.
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“Unfortunately, because of the actions of her father and his girlfriend, Samiah wasn’t here to tell her own story to the jurors. Thankfully, the evidence at trial told the tragic story for her. Samiah was betrayed by the people closest to her and they have now been held accountable for that betrayal,” the deputy said.
“Torturing a child in San Bernardino County will be met with the most vigorous of prosecutions, and those responsible will be held accountable for their actions. When Samiah was murdered, our community was also greatly affected by the actions of her killers. From Samiah’s extended family, friends, and teachers, to the law enforcement officers investigating this crime, to everyone in the district attorney’s office that had a part in this case, we will always hold Samiah in our memory and our hearts,” the deputy added.
Marvin Herring from North Carolina was diagnosed with cancer three years ago, but he has never stopped believing that things may turn for the better. After the devastating diagnosis, he rarely went out and spent most of his time home, around his two grandchildren he loves to the moon and back.
On Tuesday, Marvin decided to go visit his mother’s grave, and on the way there, he stopped to buy some flowers. Unfortunately, as he was getting inside his van, one man approached and attacked him. Marvin’s stepdaughter Cortney Locklear shared what happened with WRAL News and explained: “[The guy] came up around the back of the van that he was driving, that was parked at the front door, and yanked him out of the van. When he was yanked out, he hit the concrete, hit his head pretty hard.”
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During the attack, the attacker took Marvin’s wallet and money, and left him fighting for his life. Police reported he then drove off in a silver Dodge Magnum with a black left front rim together with two other men. The injuries Marvin sustained were so severe that he ended up on a ventilator.
Courtney said how the family isn’t certain what decision to make regarding taking Marvin off life support.
“It’s just a really sad situation,” Courtney told WRAL News. “I get married this year. I really hoped that he would really continue to persevere through the cancer and be able to make it to September. But, unfortunately, we were robbed. We were robbed of many memories, and he was robbed of whatever time he had left here.”
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We hope Marvin would be able to recover so that he can continue fighting his battle against cancer. In case he doesn’t make it, the attack will become a homicide investigation.
Although dogs can’t speak, they always find a way to tell their owners how much they love them. After all, our canines are there to stay by our side through thick and thin, and that’s really how they show their emotions.
However, hearing the words “I love you” coming from the furry pals’ mouth must feel special, don’t you think so?
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In the adorable video below, we see a human mommy holding her cute French Bulldog puppy in her arms telling him how much she loves him. Of course, she probably expects from him to give her a lick as a thank you for her affection towards him, but he does something truly incredible and unexpected.
Believe it or not, the Frenchie says “I love you” back.
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The mom is over the moon and can’t believe her ears. She then tries making him say those cute words again, and the dog repeats them perfectly.
Although this video is one of the cutest we’ve ever seen, I still guess some dog owners would feel a bit jealous watching it.
A lot has been said of the love between Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russel, and one thing we can all agree on is that what these lovebirds have is what we all look for in life. Despite not getting married, their story has been going on for 38 years and according to them, the decision not to tie the knot is what made their relationship last that long.
On March 17, Russel turned 70 and Hawn surprised him with an iconic video of the two taken during an award ceremony when it looked like someone would pop the question. That definitely made fans laugh.
Along with the clip, Hawn also posted a touching message: “Happy birthday baby! What a wild ride. No, we never got married but one thing that continues to grow is our love.”
She then added, “You’re a wild one, brilliant, lovable, childlike, perfectly maddening, a father supreme and deeply funny! I can’t imagine my life without you at any age, Kurt Russell. You’re the catch. And you’re all mine.”
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Hawn’s children also wished their Pa a very happy birthday.
Both Kate and Oliver Hudson have opened up about their relationship with Russel on many occasions and spoke of him as of the father figure in their life.
“I often wonder how different our life would have been if he never entered the picture. How different I would be. Let me fill you in,” Kate wrote on Instagram. “He’s a pick up your boot straps kinda dad. Don’t cry, shake it off you’re ok, kinda dad. Don’t let ‘em push you around you got this, kinda dad. Don’t listen to the noise you’re doing great, kinda dad. Shake those hips like no ones watching, kinda dad. Always get back on the horse, kinda dad. Never miss a show or game, kinda dad. Kids before anything, kinda dad. Work hard play hard, kinda dad. My girl can rule the world, kinda dad.”
“He’s an original. One of kind. A powerful, intelligent, talented, loyal family man,” Kate added. “He has taught me that we can all exist with immense love through our differences. And his dedication to my mother and their fight for love forever is as admirable as it gets. I love this man so much!”
Kate and Oliver are not on good terms with their biological dad who asked from them not to use his name after Oliver wished him Happy Abandonment Dayon Father’s day and praised Russel, whom he considers his father.
We wish Kurt Russel a very happy birthday and many more to come. He is a very special person loved by everyone in his life.
The hit Jerusalema which caught the world by storm comes as a true comfort during these hard days for the humanity when the pandemic imposed a new “normal” which includes social distance, lockdowns, curfews, and economies and business on the brink of collapse.
Many accept the challenge to dance on the catchy music created by South African DJ and record producer Master KG and vocalist Nomcebo.
Among those who answered the challenge to film themselves dancing to the upbeat gospel-influenced house song are the nuns at of The Order of the Most Holy Redeemer or Redemptoristines. Their performance went viral for all the right reasons and gathered thousands of views as well as that many positive comments.
One Romanian videographer, who was helping the nuns make icons for their Lenten project, offered to film and edit their incredible dance video.
