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If you see bent trees in the forest, start looking around immediately

Nowadays it’s easy to navigate around because of the number of apps and gadgets that facilitate our everyday life.

In the past, people needed to find ways of marking trails, especially when they were forced to go through thick forests.

Now if you wonder how people were able to determine the right direction without maps or GPS, here’s the answer.

Native Americans did this by bending trees. So how did they do it? By inserting a piece of the tree into a hole and allowing the tree to grow around it.

There are of course trees that have irregular shape as a result of Mother Nature. So how did the indigenous people know which trees are man made and which are bent by nature?

The ones Native Americans bent have a distinguished looks; a noticeable nose, or notch that sticks out at the end of the bend as shown in the photo below.

Other details that can help you determine which trees were modified by men are the scars from where the straps were placed when the trees were young.

Most of these trees are over 150 and even 200 years old.

As stated in the national American Forests website:

“Across the U.S., you can find trees that are oddly shaped. Their trunks have odd kinks in them, or bend at strange angles. While some of them may indeed be simple quirks of nature, most of these trees are actually landmarks that helped guide indigenous people on their way. Native Americans would bend young trees to create permanent trail markers, designating safe paths through rough country and pointing travelers toward water, food or other important landmarks. Over the years, the trees have grown, keeping their original shape, but with their purpose all but forgotten as modern life sprang up around them. Today, we may not need these “trail trees” to navigate, but their place in history makes them invaluable. Imagine the stories these trees could tell.”

In order for these trees to be preserved, the Mountain Stewards website was created. The site mapped out more than 1,000 bent trees all over the country and documented exactly where they were!

For more on this interesting history fact and the bent trees across America go to the video below.

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Deaf hiker fell 700 feet, but when rescuers finally found her, she wasn’t alone

Amelia Milling is a 21-year-old hiker who loves being outdoors. She’s a pro, but recently she found herself in trouble after one of her trekking poles suddenly snapped and she lost her balance. As a result, she fell 300-feet down the side of the snowy mountain, hitting a large boulder on the way down. Shortly after, she fell 400 more feet down. Surprisingly, she only hurt her leg and didn’t sustain any major injuries.

While she was on the ground, Amelia, who is deaf, saw a creature that resembled a wolf and got very scared, but she soon realized it was in fact a white husky.

The dog had a collar around the neck and Amelia assumed he belonged to someone. The dog, whose name was Nanook, was in fact a specially trained dog to help lost hikers find their way back home.

Amelia felt she was safe and she and Nanook got back on the trail. However, as they came upon a river they needed to cross, Amelia was pulled down by the strong current. As she was dragged down, Nanook grabbed a hold of her backpack and managed to pull her out of the water and back to safety.

Amelia then used her SPOT beacon (a GPS device that alerts rescuers of her location).

Thanks to it, rescuers located Amelia and the hero dog shortly after.

She says that Nanook is her real life hero. He never missed her side and saved her from drowning so she treated him with some snacks and is forever grateful she got to meet him.

For more on this beautiful story go to the video below.

This is yet another proof that dog is indeed the best and most loyal friend a person can ever ask for, don’t you agree?

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Karoline Leavitt responds harshly to Obama’s remarks on Jimmy Kimmel

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt made an appearance on Fox News alongside host Kayleigh McEnany on Saturday where she made a cutting comment about former President Barack Obama’s remarks on ABC’s decision to suspend “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” indefinitely. 

Taking to X, Obama wrote, ”After years of complaining about cancel culture, the current administration has taken it to a new and dangerous level by routinely threatening regulatory action against media companies unless they muzzle or fire reporters and commentators it doesn’t like.”

In a follow-up post, he added: “This is precisely the kind of government coercion that the First Amendment was designed to prevent — and media companies need to start standing up rather than capitulating to it.”

Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show was taken off the air indefinitely after a wave of conservative outrage over remarks about how MAGA supporters reacted to right-wing activist Charlie Kirk’s shooting, made during Monday’s monologue.

The move came after FCC Chair Brendan Carr threatened licensing action.

This wasn’t Carr’s first move against ABC. NPR said he earlier pushed for a review of the network and stood behind Trump’s lawsuits against ABC and CBS, which cost their parent companies $16 million apiece.

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President Donald Trump praised the decision ABC made regarding Kimmel’s show.

Speaking of Obama’s remarks, Leavitt told host Kayleigh McEnany , “With all due respect to former President Obama, he has no idea what he’s talking about.” She added that “The decision to fire Jimmy Kimmel and to cancel his show came from executives at ABC.”

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Levitt further claimed that President Trump was not informed of the move until after it had been made and that it was her who broke the news to him during their visit to the UK.

According to Fox News, Levitt said that although he had nothing to do with the decision to cancel Kimmel’s show, the president was pleased with the decision, adding that ABC’s choice likely came down to business because Kimmel’s ratings were “in the gutter.”

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Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter Brett James dies in plane crash

Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Brett James best known for writing the Carrie Underwood song Jesus, Take the Wheel lost his life in a plane crash aged 57.

According to reports, James, along with his wife and daughter, was on a single-engine Cirrus SR22T when it went down “under unknown circumstances in a wooded area,” BBC reported.

The plane took off from an airport in Nashville and crashed near Macon County Airport.

Underwood, who Brett James worked with on some of her best-known songs, called his death “just unfathomable.”

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Their song Jesus, Take the Wheel, earned James a Grammy award. It was also nominated song of the year and marked both his and Underwood’s careers.

“Brett was the epitome of ‘cool’,” Underwood said. “My favorite songs to sing of ours are the ones that he or we wrote about Jesus because the thoughts and feelings behind them are so genuine and pure. I won’t ever sing one note of them again without thinking of him. Brett’s passing is leaving a hole in all of us that I fear won’t ever go away.”

Over the years, James worked with a number of renowned singers, including Taylor Swift, Kelly Clarkson, Bon Jovi, and Jason Aldean.

Speaking of James’ tragic passing, Aldean, who recorded The Truth, written by James, said he was “heartbroken.”

“I had nothing but love and respect for that guy and he helped change my life. Honored to have met him and worked with him. Thoughts and prayers going out to his family,” Aldean said.

Months before the tragic plane crash, James shared a photo of him and his family with the caption, “Such an amazing Father’s Day!!”

The family celebrated their daughter Meryl Maxwell Wilson’s 28th birthday just days before the crash that claimed their lives.

“Happy Birthday my Love!! How Blessed am I to be your Momma!” James’ wife Melody wrote on Instagram.

“You’re the MOST BEAUTIFUL AMAZING HUMAN inside and out! I’m humbled and grateful everyday for your shining presence in my life! God has already used you for His Kingdom in so many ways and so much more to come! No words can express what a gift you are to me and everyone that KNOWS YOU❤️😘🎂🎉”

Among those who paid tribute to the late singer-songwriter was Paul Williams, president of the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP), who dubbed James as “a songwriting force of nature.”

Speaking of his collaborations with James, Dierks Bentley wrote, “Our friendship and that song changed my life. I Hold On.”

Tim McGraw wrote, “So heartbroken to hear about the passing of Brett James. Brett was one of the most talented and most respected songwriters in Nashville and wrote some of my personal favorite songs I ever recorded, Telluride and Drugs or Jesus. Our family’s hearts go out to his family, friends and everyone who loved him.”

James is survived by his other children whom he shares with ex-wife Sandra Cornelius-Little.

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He called her ‘a burden’ and kicked her wheelchair — A year later he crawled back to her

When Lucia married Alejandro, she believed it was forever. Their vows to stand by each other in sickness and in health felt sacred to her, and she never imagined that she would be the only one keeping them.

That day, as she stood in her wheelchair, helpless, Alejandro said, “Lucia, I can’t do this. I can’t stay with someone who’s… disabled.”

His words hurt more than the pain she had suffered following the car crash that changed their lives forever.

One moment they were buying things for the nursery of the child she carried, and in the next, Lucia found herself covered in blood in the middle of the road, unable to move her feet.

She knew she was no longer the woman she used to be, but she had never imagined that her husband would ever leave her. Not after everything they had been through together.

“But we love each other,” Lucia said through tears.

“We loved each other,” Alejandro said. “I loved a woman who could climb mountains, build a life with me. This isn’t the life I want.”

Lucia begged him to stay, saying there was still hope her condition would change, but Alejandro wouldn’t listen.

“Hope? There’s no miracle coming. I won’t spend my life pushing a wheelchair. You’re a burden, and I won’t carry it.”

He left without looking back.

Lucia spent her days locked inside her room. She didn’t even talk to her own mother. Alejandro’s words made her feel sorry for herself. She started feeling unworthy of any form of love. But then, a photo of Alejandro with another woman in the papers changed everything.

Before the crash, Lucia worked as a computer analyst and she was excellent at what she did. Without hesitating, she decided she won’t feel sorry for herself any longer. Instead, she purchased a new computer, and dedicated her time and energy in creating a powerful algorithm capable of predicting financial market movements with astonishing accuracy.

She was aware of the importance of her programme, but she didn’t want anyone to know that she was behind it, so she decided to use a pseudonym, Lady Europa, a stock market genius whose real identity remained hidden.

After a couple of months, Lucia’s program gained the attention of every powerful company. She stared making a name for herself while Alejandro’s business collapsed.

Desperate, he decided to turn to Lady Europa for help, and she agreed to meet him in her office where she only met with special and selected clients.

When Lucia’s wheelchair rolled into the light, his face went pale.

“Lucia…”

“Yes. The woman you once called a burden.”

Alejandro dropped to his knees, begging for forgiveness. But there was no place for forgiveness. She no longer loved him, and she still couldn’t overcome the pain his words had caused.

“If you want Lady Europa, I’ll negotiate. But Lucía, the woman you left crying in that hospital bed is gone. You don’t get her back.”

As he wept at her feet, she turned to the glowing screens. At that moment she understood that what Alejandro did to her only made her stronger and unstoppable.

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I gave part of my liver to my husband—Then learned it wasn’t for him

Daniel was everything I have ever dreamt of finding in a man. He was charming, fun, and loving, so it didn’t come as a surprise I wanted to spend my eternity with him.

Our life seemed picture perfect, but then, his battle with a fatty liver led to a devastating diagnosis — cirrhosis.

He wasn’t an alcoholic, but still, his condition progressed quickly, and by the end of the spring, he needed a life-saving transplant surgery. Without it, doctors only gave him six months to live.

We started looking for a match donor, not knowing that I was the perfect one. When I got tested and learned I could be the one saving my husband’s life, I didn’t hesitate even a bit. On the contrary, I was excited beyond words to give my husband a part of my liver.

The surgery went well but the recovery was brutal. I was hooked to machines while my body screamed from within. But I knew it was all worth it when I saw Daniel entering my room in a wheelchair, pale but alive.

Two days later, my surgeon said he needed to talk to me. I was expecting him to tell me I was finally doing fine and was ready to leave the hospital, but his words turned my world upside down.

“The liver wasn’t for him.”

I stared at him, stunned. “What do you mean?” I whispered.

He told me that there had been a last-minute change in transplant allocation; my liver had gone to another patient in critical condition, a different man, a powerful one. Daniel hadn’t received my liver at all.

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I felt like I couldn’t breathe. How was he alive? Why had he thanked me? What had I really sacrificed?

Dr. Patel explained that, by an incredible coincidence, a deceased donor liver became available that same night, and the hospital made an administrative decision to give it to Daniel instead.

“Daniel still received a transplant,” he said, “but not from you. A deceased donor liver became available that night.”

My chest tightened. “So Daniel… lied to me?”

“I can’t speak to what he knew,” Dr. Patel replied, “but you deserve full transparency, Mrs. Thompson.”

Later that day, Daniel was at my room again, and I needed to confront him.

“Daniel, whose liver did you get?”

He looked at me as though he had no idea what I was talking about. With a smile on his face, he said, “Yours, of course. Why do you ask such a strange question?”

The days that followed were excruciating, both physically and mentally.

Dr. Patel could see me struggling, so he approached one day and said, “Ask your husband about the foundation.”

That night, went through Daniel’s laptop. I’d never snoop, but something just pushed me. And that’s when I saw the emails with the Harper Foundation. It turned out my husband had planned it all and my liver was never for him. It had gone to some rich stranger.

I felt sick. Everything I thought I’d done for him… it had all been a lie.

I confronted him again, and this time, he didn’t even bother to lie but acted like I was overreacting. I felt completely used. My sacrifice, my pain, everything, it was just part of some plan for money and connections. I started digging through emails, hospital papers, talking to nurses quietly and realized it wasn’t just me. Other families had been tricked too.

The last straw was when I overheard Daniel on the phone, talking about “containing me” if I found out too much. That night, I packed a bag and left. My stitches still hurt, but I knew what I was doing.

I lost a part of my body, but I hadn’t lost myself. I promised I wouldn’t let this go. Instead, I was going to make sure people knew how I had been betrayed. Looking at my scar in the mirror, I whispered to myself, “This isn’t the end. It’s just the beginning.”

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New audio emerges of suspected Charlie Kirk assassin in online gaming footage

Following the killing of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, the police arrested 22-year-old Tyler Robinson.

Robinson, who is being held without bail in a special housing unit at the Utah County Jail, is facing charges of aggravated murder, felony discharge of a firearm, obstruction of justice, two counts of witness tampering and committing violent crime in the presence of children.

When his friends from a chat group on Discord pointed out his resemblance to the killer depicted on the video footage released by authorities, Robinson joked that his “doppelganger” killed Kirk, adding that his look-alike was trying to “get me in trouble.”

In a now deleted and later retrieved YouTube video, Robinson could be heard laughing and joking with friends during a Minecraft livestream — a stark contrast to the confession prosecutors say he later gave about killing the Turning Point USA founder, Conservative Brief reported.

After a user misspells his online handle “Craftin,” Robinson could be heard asking, “Who put a G at the end of my name? What are you, a psychopath?” before achieving a milestone in the game.

According to court documents, Robinson left a message to his transgender roommate Lance Twiggs, whom he was also romantically involved with, that he did the killing in order to “protect him,” the publication writes.

Investigators uncovered a disturbing online footprint tied to Robinson, linking him to furry-themed pornography, the game Furry Shades of Gay, and the username “craftin247,” which he used across gaming and adult sites, including FurAffinity.

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Former classmates recalled him being called a “psychopath” in old gaming clips and noted his fixation with explicit, niche content. Authorities say his escalating online behavior, mixed with toxic gaming circles, may have shaped the mindset that led to Charlie Kirk’s murder that ignited nationwide outrage, fueling debates over youth radicalization, extremist behavior, and discussions around “transgender” issues.

Robinson’s online activity has heightened scrutiny of social media, gaming communities, and how content is moderated.

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Neuroscientist explains why Charlie Kirk raised his arms after being fatally shot

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Charlie Kirk was killed while hosting a debate at Utah Valley University.

The Turning Point USA co-founder and commentator was speaking before a large crowd when he was shot in the neck on Wednesday, September 10. 

Disturbing footage from the scene shows Kirk flinching in his seat as the crowd of around 3,000 people erupted in panic. Many who were there have since recounted the terrifying moment.

“We all dropped to the ground, and I want to say we sat like that for about 30 to 45 seconds, and then everyone around us got up and started running,” Emma Pitts, a reporter for Deseret News who attended the debate in Utah, told the BBC.

Authorities made an arrest regarding Kirk’s killing.

The alleged shooter, Tyler Robinson, a 22-year-old from Utah, shot Kirk from a rooftop about 200 yards from where he was speaking.

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People reports that “Robinson faces single counts of aggravated murder, felony discharge of a firearm, and violent offense in the presence of a child, along with two counts each of obstruction of justice and witness tampering.”

According to the publication, Utah County Attorney Jeff Gray announced at a press conference on Tuesday, Sept. 16 that prosecutors will seek the death penalty.

Right after the targeted attack, disturbing videos of the father of two’s killing appeared on social media, many of them uncensored, showing blood pouring from the gunshot wound.

They show Charlie Kirk spreading his arms before dropping the mic and collapsing, and neuropsychologist Derek Van Schaik explained why his body reacted that way.

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“Many have speculated his arms moving upward towards his chest is due to a phenomenon known in forensic science as decorticate posturing,” he explained on YouTube recently. “However, that’s unlikely.”

Van Schaik explained the posture happens when “higher brain areas like the cerebral hemispheres are badly damaged,” which “cuts off voluntary motor control.”

“An immediate loss of blood to the brain does not typically result in immediate decorticate posturing,” he went on to reveal, however. “Instead, loss of blood to the brain would have led to rapid unconsciousness and flaccid collapse.

“Therefore, his arms instantly moving up like that after being hit was apparently due to an instant involuntary defensive reflex.”

Comparing the movement to how someone might react instinctively when scared, Van Schaik added that Kirk probably didn’t realize he was about to die when he responded like that.

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“When someone suffers a catastrophic wound to the neck that destroys a carotid artery and jugular vein, the mind only has a fleeting window to possibly register what happened,” he began.

“However, in Charlie’s case, and after analyzing the footage with a digital timer, he was conscious for no more than four tenths of a second after impact. Far too fast for his brain to even register what had happened to him.”

According to Van Schaik, the right-wing activist experienced “no panic, no dread” in his final moments.

“Only an abrupt blackout,” Van Schaik continued. “It was neurologically impossible for him to psychologically realise anything was wrong at all.”

Since Kirk lost consciousness very quickly, his brain had no time to perceive the pain.

“He absolutely did not know he was shot,” the neuroscientist concluded.

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I dressed as a homeless man and visited my own supermarket to see who deserved my inheritance – and then…

Throughout my life of ninety years, I’ve seen it and experienced it all. What started as a small corner shop in my youth turned into an empire, with my wife and I owning supermarkets all over the country.

However, after my wife died, I felt like I needed to retire and spend the rest of my days enjoying the time I had left.

But there was one thing. Someone needed to inherit my business and my money, and since my wife and I didn’t have children, I was hesitant whether to leave my fortune to some of my cousins’ children, my lawyers maybe, or even the board of directors.

And then it hit me. My assets and everything I had built needed to end up in the hands of a right person, so I made it my mission to figure out who could that person be.

One day, I dressed as a homeless person and visited some of my supermarkets. In each of them, I was kicked out by the managers and treated with utmost disrespect.

And then, just as I lost hope, Lewis Carter, a junior administrator, quietly took me to the staff lounge, and offered me coffee and a sandwich. He genuinely cared, and I saw kindness in his eyes and his actions.

That was all it took—I changed my will that night.

When I returned to the store in a suit, everyone suddenly acted like I was royalty. Lewis just gave me a little nod when he recognized me.

Later I found out he had a criminal record from when he was young. When I asked about it, he told me everything and said prison taught him respect.

When my family learned I changed my will, they were fuming. My niece even threatened to sue Lewis, calling him a conman and a thief. But I had made my mind, it was him who was getting everything.

But, to my surprise, Lewis didn’t want my money. Instead, he suggested that we started a foundation that would help people with a past who needed a second chance in life.

In no time, we founded the Hutchins Foundation for Human Dignity, and within a year, we opened food banks, hired former prisoners, gave grants to vets, and offered scholarships.

When I handed Lewis the papers, he said, “Character is who you are when no one’s looking. You saw me for who I am. I won’t waste this.”

I was at ease knowing my hard work and all the money I earned throughout my life ended in the right hands.

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Stray dog refuses to let go of her favorite stuffed toy

Nikki, a German Shepherd, used to walk the streets of Detroit, Michigan, with her owner, but as days passed by, the neighbors spotted her all by herself, with just a stuffed toy she wouldn’t let go of.

Sadly, her owner died, and she was now left all by herself.

Nikki carried her stuffed toy around dutifully, and it was a heartbreaking sight.

“Typically, a dog who’s a stray wouldn’t hold on to a stuffie. They wouldn’t put anything in their mouths, they would just look for food,” Gail Montgomery, cofounder and director of Almost Home Animal Rescue League, told The Dodo. “But this was her security.”

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The lonely pup wandered the neighborhood for weeks, hoping to find a forever home. Neighbors gave her food and water as they searched for a rescue, finally reaching South Lyon Murphy Lost Animal Recovery.

Following several frustrating days of failed attempts, the rescue team succeeded, but even on the way to safety, Nikki clutched her treasured toy as if it were her lifeline.

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“She felt like that was her comfort and her security,” Montgomery said. “It’s like she thinks that’s her binky.”

Not long after her rescue, Nikki walked into Almost Home Animal Rescue League with her worn stuffie. Both she and her toy needed care, and the team was determined to help.

While vets tended to Nikki, staff mended her cherished toy.

“It was extremely dirty and a total mess with rips in it and stuff like that,” Montgomery said. “We washed it, sewed it up and we gave it back to her.”

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Once they shared Nikki’s story on the social media, people started sending a bunch of plush toys to the shelter.

“Everybody’s sending stuffies to her now,” Montgomery said. “We’ve got, like, a million of them!

“This dog is the sweetest dog you’ll ever meet in your life, and I’ve been doing this for 23 years,” Montgomery said. “There’s just something about her. I love her so much.”

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It didn’t take long before Nikki went into foster care. While she’s still undergoing medical treatments, her foster parents and caregivers are certain she will soon find a loving home.

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How Melania reacted to King Charles’ ‘cheeky’ joke

US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were invited by King Charles to visit Britain, which marked their second visit of the country.

Upon touching the British soil, the couple were greeted by The Prince and Princess of Wales before meeting the king and the queen.

The visit was marked by a number of noteworthy moments, among them Camilla’s side-eye at Kate joining her conversation with Melania, and the king cracking a joke with Melania that many found rather amusing.

Truth is, many are aware of the humorous side of King Charles, and him making a witty comment upon greeting Melania became a much-discussed topic in the last couple of days.

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According to forensic lipreader Nicola Hickling, who spoke to Metro, Donald Trump opened with a formal greeting—“How are you doing, it’s a pleasure, Your Majesty. Thank you for inviting me.” King Charles then turned to the first lady and said jokingly, “I do hope the wind doesn’t blow away your hat.”

Melania’s response was a genuine, hearty laugh.

The first lady’s fashion statements have always been bold, and they often incorporated hats — which she clearly loves.

She wore a similar black hat at her husband’s Inauguration Day in January, and just like at that point, this time, her hat sparked debate.

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Stylist and Vogue contributor Marian Kwei is certain it was no accident that she selected that particular wide-brimmed hat for her meeting with King Charles and the other senior members of the Royal Family.

“The wide-brimmed hat that hides her face points to an attitude where she wants all eyes to be on her husband and his agenda while they are here,” Marian Kwei told the BBC.

The visit unfolded with full ceremonial grandeur. The king hosted the president for a review of a Guard of Honour representing three regiments of the Household Division in Windsor’s Quadrangle, after which the presidential couple laid a wreath at Queen Elizabeth II’s grave before ending the day with a lavish banquet at Windsor Castle.

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CEO strikes pregnant wife at Dallas mall, unaware her billionaire father is watching

The moment the glass doors of an upscale Dallas mall slid open, the place was flooded with shoppers who were unaware of the scandal that would unfold right in front of them.

Jonathan Miller, a 39-year-old CEO of a booming tech firm tried to find his way through the crowd. He had his phone pressed to his ear, his confidence bordering on arrogance. His pregnant wife, Emily Miller, struggled to keep up with him.

“Yeah, babe. West parking lot. Don’t worry about her—she’s just dragging me around,” Jonathan told the person on the other side of the phone.

Hearing his words, Emily froze. She knew Jonathan was seeing someone else behind her back, but she never assumed that he would speak to his mistress right in front of her, feeling no shame.

“Jonathan,” she said quietly. “Not here. Please.”

He ended the call with a smirk. “Do what? You’re living off my success.”

Emily was devastated. “You’re embarrassing me. I deserve respect.”

At that moment, Jonathan snapped and slapped her across the face. The sound of that slap echoed and people gathered around them. Someone yelled, “Call security!”

One of the guards approached from the corner. His gaze was sharp and he was ready to stand for Emily, because to the crowd, he was just a security guy, but to Emily, he was her estranged father, William Harrington, a billionaire tycoon, who went undercover because he needed to make sure his daughter wasn’t mistreated as rumors had it.

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“Mind your own business!” Jonathan yelled at William, believing he was a guard, not his father-in-law.

“No, Mr. Miller,” William said. “This business is mine.”

Jonathan was confused and threatened to sue the guard, telling him that he was a phone call away from losing his job for intervening.

William guided Emily away, and although she hadn’t spoken to him in years, he was her only solid ground at that point.

William then turned to Jonathan and said, “You should worry less about lawsuits and more about the Harrington name.”

Jonathan started shouting, “Who are you and how can you know the Harringtons? They are the most powerful family in the country, why would they know a poor guard like you.”

“I’m William Harrington, and you just laid hands on my daughter.”

Jonathan pleaded with William as security led him toward a holding room.

The incident exploded online. Video clips went viral within hours. Hashtags like #JusticeForEmily trended nationwide. Jonathan’s company, Miller Capital, lost all of its investors. scrambled.

That evening, Emily sat at her father’s estate.

“I should have stopped you from marrying that guy,” William said.

Emily shook her head. “No, Dad. I thought he loved me. But today I realized I have to protect my child.”

William kissed her on the forehead. “You’re not alone. He’ll never touch you again.”

Jonathan’s empire collapsed, and Emily found her voice thanks to her father.

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Wives’ breast cancer risk linked to husbands’ unhealthy habits

A husband’s habits have more influence on his wife’s health than people may even imagine. Even minor decisions, like missing workouts or smoking, can silently impose long-term risks, including those relating to the breast.

Although a woman’s own diet, physical activity and daily habits play crucial roles for her health, research suggests that a husband’s lifestyle choices as well can make an impact.

A supportive husband doesn’t just provide emotional support, he can also help make sure his wife stays healthy.

Two everyday habits men have can influence women’s breast health in subtle ways, experts say. Couples who address these behaviors as a team can not only improve their health, but also enhance their bond.

  1. A Sedentary Lifestyle — How One Partner’s Inactivity Affects the Other

Although it may not always be obvious, a husband’s lack of activity can shape his wife’s daily routines over time. In long-term relationships, couples tend to mirror one another’s behaviors, so if one spends extended periods of time sitting, misses exercise, or has irregular eating habits, the other may fall into the same rhythm over time.

Scientific research links physical inactivity and body fat to raised risk of breast issues, particularly in women over 40. Being inactive may upset hormone balance, for example, estrogen, and raise the risk of abnormal cell growth in breast tissue. As the couple settles into an inactive routine, it is increasingly hard to be energetic or maintain healthy weight.

  1. Smoking — A Hidden Hazard to a Wife’s Health

Smoking is an underrated hazard in the home. Even if a man smokes outdoors or in another room, poisonous particles cling to his clothes, hair, skin, and furniture. This “third-hand smoke” has a long life — several hours after a cigarette has been stubbed out — still poisoning loved ones with cancer-inducing chemicals.

Women, especially those who are premenopausal, are at higher risk of breast problems when they are consistently exposed to second-hand or third-hand cigarette smoke. The World Health Organization estimates that women having smokers in the home are likely to have a 20–30% higher risk compared to their counterparts in smoke-free homes.

The dangers don’t end there with breast health.

Secondary smoke increases the chances of heart disease, lung disease, and reproductive issues. A husband does not even have to smoke in front of his wife. The leftover chemicals he brings into shared spaces can be harmful by themselves.

This is confirmed by evidence: a study in the British Journal of Cancer found that non-smoking women exposed to secondhand smoke had a 24% higher risk of breast cancer, and risk was higher with longer and more intense exposure. Similarly, a Japanese study showed a dose-response association between husbands’ smoking and risk of breast cancer in women.

Remember that small routine changes can help couples remain healthier and develop a healthier relationship.

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    My 2-year-old girl loved playing with the neighbor’s horse, but then we found out something shocking

    Growing up around animals myself, I found it adorable that my 2-year-old daughter has been drawn to animals too.

    When she first met our neighbor’s horse, a big but gentle animal, the two bonded immediately. At first, I was hesitant about letting her spend that much time with the animal, but I realized they truly enjoyed each other’s company, so I made sure I took her to the horse almost every day.

    My girl would press her cheek against the soft mane of the horse, wrap her tiny arms around its neck, and pat its warm back with delight.

    Sometimes they played together in the hayloft, other times she would simply curl up in the straw beside it, drifting off to sleep as though next to a trusted friend.

    Over time, their bond deepened, and then, out of the blue, there was a knock at our door that changed our lives forever.

    I went to open the door and noticed my neighbor, visibly worried.

    “We need to talk,” he said as he stepped inside.

    “What’s wrong?” I asked. “Did my daughter do anything to your horse? Did she hurt him?”

    “Oh, no, nothing like that,” the neighbor said. “But it does have to do with my horse and your daughter.”

    I was totally puzzled at that point.

    “You see, you need to take your daughter to the doctor’s as soon as possible.”

    His words didn’t make any sense, but then he explained that the horse was trained to sense changes in human health and it behaved strangely around our daughter during the last couple of days.

    Instead of its usual calm demeanor, the animal often sniffed at our girl with unease, as though trying to understand something. At times, it even positioned itself protectively between our daughter and others.

    The neighbour said he noticed that the carefree play they once shared had noticeably changed.

    I thanked my neighbor for his concerns, but I believed he was just imagining things. Maybe he didn’t want my daughter around his horse any longer. But a couple of days later, something inside me told me that he could be right, that something could be possibly wrong with my girl, so we took her to the doctor’s.

    Sadly, our fears turned out to be real. She was diagnosed with cancer, but since it was caught early, she was able to undergo treatments.

    It took months of battling the disease, but eventually, our little girl ended up a winner.

    Had it not been for the neighbor and his horse, things could have turned out differently for our daughter.

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    Queen Camilla’s side-eye at Princess Kate fuels fresh royal rift speculation

    US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump paid Britain a visit on Wednesday, and a moment from the meeting with the members of the Royal Family has gone viral, sparking fresh royal rift speculations.

    The clip in question shows Queen Camilla losing patience with her daughter-in-law, Kate Middleton, during an exchange with Melania Trump.

    Namely, Camilla and Melania were engaged in a conversation when Kate approached joined in the discussion, which Camilla apparently didn’t like.

    According to social media users, the queen was seen glancing away multiple times before seemingly motioning for Kate to step aside.

    The Princess of Wales seemed to hesitate, considering joining Prince William and the others, but ultimately walked away.

    The clip, which has since been seen over 3.1 million times, and appears to be shared from an X account supporting Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, was captioned, “Ok you can go now, the grown ups need to talk 😂 Cammy is no joke 😂😂😂.”

    Netizens were quick to share their thoughts on what many dubbed a rather awkward moment that spoke trouble among the royals, with one person writing, “Queen Camilla ejected the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, from her conversation with First Lady Melania Trump.”

    Another person added: “Camilla: Alright, Alright you can go now. You’re stealing my shine. I won’t be able to get a word in, with you standing here. She is so focused on you. Grab your husband and go.”

    “I’m here for Camilla’s side eye,” a third person wrote, clearly enjoying the royal drama. Someone else noted, “The ‘shoo’ heard round the world. Camilla looked her dead in the face and went: ‘Piss off, Melania and I are talking here.’ Cold as ice.”

    “Don’t think she likes Catherine,” a user posted.

    Some users even dubbed the moment as karma at its finest, recalling an incident from Queen Elizabeth’s funeral, when Meghan was treated in the same manned by Kate.

    “You know how I like a slowed down video, after Cammy sent her away she found herself in a very lonely place amongst people.. .. 3yrs ago at the REAL Queen’s funeral she was part of the ‘mean girls group’ who treated Meghan the same way now she finds out how cold outside can be,” one X user posted.

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    Doctors reveal: Eating avocados can lead to surprising health effects

    Avocados are dubbed “nature’s butter” for a reason. This exceptional fruit has earned global popularity thanks to its creamy texture, mild flavor, and versatility in everything, from salads and sandwiches to smoothies and desserts.

    Avocadoes are native to Mexico and Central America but are now grown in many parts of the world. They (Persea americana) belong to the Lauraceae family, which also includes cinnamon and laurel. Though often mistaken for vegetables, they are technically fruits, more precisely, berries.

    The most recognized and most available variety of avocados is the Hass variety, although avocados come in many shapes, sizes, and textures.

    Beyond their taste, they are packed with nutrients such as healthy fats, fiber, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory compounds, all of which support overall wellness.

    Below is a closer look of the benefits of including avocados in your daily diet.

    1. Heart Protection You Can Taste

    Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the US for people of all genders and backgrounds, so protecting your heart through diet is essential.

    Avocados are rich in nutrients like monounsaturated fats, fiber, potassium, magnesium, and folate, all of which support heart health. Studies show that including avocados in your meals, especially in place of butter, cheese, or processed meats, can improve cholesterol levels, raise “good” HDL, lower harmful LDL, and help maintain healthy blood pressure.

    Regularly eating this nutrient-packed fruit may reduce the risk of heart disease and support overall cardiovascular well-being.

    2. Stabilized Blood Sugar Levels

    Despite being fruits, avocados can help regulate blood sugar because they are low in carbohydrates and have a very low glycemic index. Their fiber and healthy fats slow digestion, preventing sharp spikes in blood glucose. This makes them a safe and stabilizing choice for people with type 2 diabetes or insulin resistance.

    Because they keep blood sugar steady, avocados can reduce the insulin demand by the body, support consistent energy levels, and even help maintain mood throughout the day.

    3. Sharper Brain Function

    Including avocados in your diet improves brain health thanks to nutrients like folate, vitamin E, and antioxidants that help protect neurons.

    Vitamin E, in particular, may slow cognitive decline and memory loss, while the carotenoid lutein, found in high amounts in avocados, can cross the blood-brain barrier and support cognitive function.

    Studies suggest that regular avocado consumption is linked to better memory and overall cognitive performance, especially in older adults, and may even help reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.

    4. A Happier Digestive System

    One avocado contains around 10–14 grams of fiber, and we all know that fiber supports digestion, regular bowel movements, and a healthy gut microbiome.

    The fiber in avocados acts as food for beneficial gut bacteria, helping reduce bloating, constipation, and long-term colon issues. At the same time, it promotes the production of short-chain fatty acids like butyrate that fuel colon cells and protect against inflammation and disease.

    5. Weight Control Without Starving

    Although avocados are higher in calories than many other fruits and vegetables, they can actually support healthy weight management. Their combination of fiber and healthy fats helps you feel full for longer, reducing cravings, preventing overeating, and encouraging healthier food choices throughout the day.

    Studies show that people who regularly include avocados in their meals often have lower body mass indexes and healthier waistlines, making this nutrient-rich fruit a smart addition to a balanced diet.

    Further, avocados help keep your skin hydrated and elastic thanks to vitamins C, E, and healthy fats. Also, these fruits are rich in phytochemicals and carotenoids that help calm inflammation.

    The best thing about avocados is that you can have them in smoothies, salads, on toast, or simply with a pinch of salt.

    Don’t forget that an avocado a day can boost your health in surprising ways.

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    3 types of shirts you should never wear to a funeral

    Funerals are times of deep reflection. They are a chance to say goodbye, share memories, and stand beside grieving families, providing love and support.

    While the focus is, of course, on honoring the person who has passed, even the clothes we wear become part of how we show care and respect. It may seem like a small detail, but what we choose to wear can quietly send a message of thoughtfulness, or, if chosen poorly, the opposite.

    Although traditions vary from culture to culture, there are some widely accepted ideas of what’s considered appropriate.

    Wearing the wrong colors, patterns, or styles can unintentionally come across as careless or even disrespectful. Something as ordinary as a shirt, which we hardly think twice about in daily life, suddenly carries weight in such a setting.

    At a funeral, we need to be mindful, not just in our words and actions, but also in how we present ourselves. With that in mind, here are three types of shirts you should avoid at a funeral, and the reasons why.

    1. Brightly Colored or Flashy Shirts

    A funeral should never be the place to make a fashion statement. Shirts in bright colors like red, neon green, or yellow can shift attention away from the purpose of the gathering. The same goes for anything too shiny or eye-catching, such as sequins or loud prints, which can feel out of step with the mood of the occasion.

    People usually opt for darker, understated shades such as black, navy, charcoal, or other muted colors.

    What is most important is that your presence at a funeral should feel supportive, not distracting.

    2. Casual T-Shirts or Tank Tops

    While casual clothes are the norm in everyday life, when it comes to funerals, they can feel too relaxed.

    Shirts with logos, graphics, or slogans can be distracting, and the same goes for tank tops and sleeveless shirts, which don’t really fit the respectful tone of the occasion.

    A simple collared shirt, blouse, or button-down is a much better choice. Even when a family suggests a more “casual” dress code, it’s still best to keep your outfit neat, understated, and respectful.

    3. Shirts With Bold Prints or Graphic Designs

    Another type of shirts to avoid at a funeral are those with bold prints, flashy patterns, or graphics. While Hawaiian shirts, animal prints, or slogan tees may be fine for casual outings, they are definitely a no-no choice for an occasion that is all about mourning.

    Always make sure to choose simple, understated clothing in solid or muted tones. When unsure, opt for simplicity; the day is about honoring the person who has passed, not drawing attention to yourself.

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    Expert reveals whether Sandra Bullock has undergone plastic surgery

    Actress Sandra Bullock has been a fan favorite for years. What’s more, she’s said to be one of those celebs who are down-to-earth, which makes her even more lovable.

    Throughout her career, she has starred in numerous major productions and won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in The Blind Side.

    In 2023, Bullock lost her partner of many years, Bryan Randall, who passed away after battling ALS for three years.

    Bullock and Randall met when he was hired as a photographer for her son’s birthday in January 2015. They started dating a few months later and shortly after, when they were both already convinced they were meant for one another, they had their first Red Carpet debut together.

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    Their first public appearance together was at the wedding of Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux.

    The couple weren’t officially married, but they did exchange vows in a private ceremony in the Bahamas.

    Recently, photos of Bullock sparked rumors about the actress undergoing plastic surgery, with many saying she’s barely recognizable.

    “Plastic surgery around her eyes and cheeks. Made her barely unrecognizable, yikes!” one person wrote. “I said the same thing this past weekend. There was something about her eyes that I couldn’t put my finger on. After the movie I was Googling ‘What happened to Sandra Bullock’s face?’ Couldn’t find anything except people leaving comments to leave her alone, she’s beautiful. Jeez,” another added.

    “It’s really good and wow Sandra Bullock is unrecognizable. Anyways I’m pretty good thx for asking. How about you? Anything new and exciting?” a third wrote.

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    In the past, the actress denied going under the knife, but she did open up about undergoing the “Hollywood EGF Facial” treatment, also known as the “Penis Facial.” 

    The esthetician who performed the procedure on Bullock, Georgia Louise, told People, “For the Hollywood EGF Facial treatment, Georgia Louise uses her TCA peels, micro-needling machine and an electrifying mask to calm the skin, followed by her ‘secret box’ of EGF serum (Epidermal Growth Factor). EGF is derived from the progenitor cells of the human fibroblast taken from Korean newborn baby foreskin – which helps to generate collagen and elastin.”

    Louise added that the FDA-approved serum is made using skin obtained from circumcision.

    “I always explain that EGF is derived from newborn baby foreskin, BUT cells were taken [from the foreskin] and from that, new cells are cloned from a laboratory.”

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    In an appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Bullock confirmed that she had undergone the treatment.

    She added: “It’s not like I’m lying there with little pieces all over my face. I call it the penis facial. And I think when you see how good it is to your face, you too will run to your local facialist and say, ‘give me the penis.’”

    Back in 2018, Bullock spoke of the rumors about her having facial fillers after attending the Oscars and what sparked the rumors in the first place.

    “This past Oscars I was sick and had allergies, but I was like, ‘I’m just going to go.’ It’s part of my job, and I’m happy to be there. Then the next day they were saying, ‘Oh, she has cheek fillers and implants,’” Bullock recalled.

    “When I saw the photos and how swollen I was, I got it. But I was like, ‘Well, if I got injections, I only got them on the top,’ which was not very good.”

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     British cosmetic treatment company Longetivta wrote that there are no obvious signs Bullock had any Botox or any plastic surgeries.

    “While dermal fillers can certainly help with volume loss due to ageing, again, facial swelling from allergies is common. But her cheeks aren’t all where she’s been accused of getting fillers. Some believe that Sandra also had lip fillers. That definitely does seem like it because the actress has a naturally thin upper lip, but it has looked a bit thicker in recent year,” Longevita wrote.

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    Robert Redford was a father of 4: His words on the loss of his two sons were heart-wrenching

    Robert Redford, the Oscar-winning actor, director, and founder of the Sundance Film Festival, died peacefully on September 16, 2025, at 89.

    Born in 1936 in Santa Monica, he became a Hollywood icon and champion of independent cinema. With his first wife, Lola Van Wagenen, he had four children, though they tragically lost their firstborn, Scott, as an infant. Redford leaves behind a legacy of acclaimed films, philanthropy, and cultural impact.

    Sadly, Redford had also experienced the death of his other son, activist and filmmaker James ‘Jamie’ Redford, who passed away in 2020 aged 58.

    Jamie and his father were the founders of The Redford Center, which “uses impact-driven film and media to accelerate environmental and climate justice, solutions and repair,” according to the website.

    Over the course of his career, Jamie directed and produced a number of films, including The Big Picture: Rethinking Dyslexia, and the award winning documentaries Watershed, Toxic Hot Seat and Mann v. Ford.

    Jamie died of bile-duct cancer in his liver. After having undergone two transplants in the past, he founded the James Redford Institute for Transplant Awareness, a non profit organization that helped raise awareness of the importance of organ and tissue donation.

    His wife of 32 years, Kyle, paid tribute to her loving husband by posting on Tweeter.

    She wrote, “Jamie died today. He lived a beautiful, impactful life & was loved by many. He will be deeply missed. As his wife of 32 yrs, I’m most grateful for the two spectacular children we raised together. I don’t know what we would’ve done w/o them over the past 2yrs.”

    Cindi Berger, Robert Redford publicist issued a statement at the time which said the actor “is mourning with his family during this difficult time and asks for privacy.”

    It continued, “The grief is immeasurable with the loss of a child. Jamie was a loving son, husband and father. His legacy lives on through his children, art, filmmaking and devoted passion to conservation and the environment.”

    Jamie was having health issues since childhood. According to his IMDb page, he was diagnosed with Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis, a rare autoimmune disease affecting the liver.

    Celebrities paid tribute to the incredible filmmaker. Mark Ruffalo wrote, “Damn. This year has cut deep. Another great, sweet, kindly person leaves us.” Kiefer Sutherland described Jamie as “a wonderful writer and a wonderful man”.

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    The magic of lemon juice and activated charcoal: Natural DIY solutions for skin and teeth

    When it comes to your routine of keeping your skin and teeth healthy, nature often provides the most powerful solutions.

    The truth is that plenty of natural ingredients often hold the key to simple, effective self-care.

    Whether you’re looking to brighten your smile, rejuvenate your skin, or give your nails a boost, lemon juice and activated charcoal are the way to go.

    Below are six creative ways to include these simple but powerful ingredients in your routine:

    1. Sparkling Smile

    If you want your teeth to be white and free of cavity, mix a small amount of activated charcoal with a few drops of lemon juice. Use the paste to gently brush your teeth for a minute or two before rinsing.

    Charcoal helps get rid of the surface stains on your teeth, while lemon juice’s gentle acidity brightens them.

    Use this paste once a week and enjoy your sparkling smile.

    2. Skin Reset Mask

    For purified and refreshed skin, mix a teaspoon of activated charcoal with a teaspoon of lemon juice. Spread a thin layer of the mask over your face, leave it for about 10 minutes, then rinse with warm water. For extra moisture, add a teaspoon of honey or aloe vera to the mixture.

    Charcoal will help with the impurities, and the lemon will help tighten and tone your pores.

    3. DIY Glow Scrub

    Combine activated charcoal, lemon juice, and a natural exfoliant like sugar or oats to buff away dead skin cells. Massage gently in circular motions, rinse, and follow with a moisturizer. The result? Smooth and refreshed skin.

    4. Foot Detox Soak

    Treat your feet to a mini spa session. Dissolve a tablespoon of charcoal and a tablespoon of lemon juice in warm water, then soak your feet for 15-20 minutes. Add a few drops of peppermint or tea tree oil for a cooling, purifying effect.

    While the mixture of lemon juice and activated charcoal provides many benefits, make sure you avoid irritation or damage by overusing it.

    If you use it more than once a week for your teeth, you can easily affect the teeth enamel. Also, if you have a delicate skin, have in mind that the lemon juice may irritate it, so make sure you do a patch test before applying it in full.

    Never use the mixture on open wounds or cuts since it can cause irritation and damage to your skin.

    Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional medical or dental advice. Always do a patch test before applying any new mixture to your skin, and consult a dermatologist, dentist, or healthcare professional if you have any concerns or experience irritation. Use these remedies at your own risk.

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    6-year-old boy has stroke after waking up – doctor warns parents to watch for 4 key signs

    When we think of strokes, we usually think of old people, but the sad reality is that they can strike children too.

    What seemed like a normal morning for a family with a six-year-old turned critical in seconds after the child collapsed right after waking up. Before falling on the floor, his parents said he lost strength on one side of his body.

    Luckily, he was taken to the hospital just in time to be provided with much-needed medical help.

    This case shows that although it’s rather rare for children to suffer from stroke, it is not something unheard of. In fact, thousands of children across the globe experience strokes each year, but too often they go undetected because the symptoms don’t always match what people expect.

    Sadly, many of those children are misdiagnosed or treated too late. Doctors now emphasize that knowing the warning signs can make the difference between life and death, outlining four key signs every parent should be aware of.

    1. Sudden Weakness or Numbness on One Side

    If a child suddenly loses strength or sensation in their arm, leg, or face, it could signal a stroke. Watch for difficulty moving a limb or an uneven smile. Even if it seems minor or like they slept awkwardly, treat it as an emergency and call for help immediately.

    2. Difficulty Speaking or Understanding Speech

    If your child suddenly slurs words, struggles to form sentences, or difficulties processing what you are saying to them, it may signal a stroke affecting the brain’s language centers. While speech changes can be easy to miss in young children whose language skills are still developing, any sudden difficulty communicating should be treated as serious.

    3. Loss of Balance or Sudden Dizziness

    Another indicator of stroke is when the child has trouble walking, moves unsteadily, or experiences sudden dizziness. So, if your child stumbles, can’t stand steadily, or complains that the room feels like it’s spinning, seek medical attention immediately.

    Such symptoms often point to disruption in the brain regions responsible for movement and balance.

    4. Seizures or Unusual Behavior

    Seizures can sometimes be an early sign of stroke in children. If a child who has never had a seizure before suddenly experiences one, especially after waking, call a doctor.

    Other signs may be abrupt behavioral changes such as confusion, extreme fatigue, or hallucinations.

    As doctors try to raise awareness of the symptoms that may indicate your child is experiencing a stoke, they also remind you that seeking immediate medical help is crucial because in moments like that every second counts.

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    Oprah Winfrey opens up on biggest regret amid ‘Ozempic weight loss’

    Oprah Winfrey made history when she shattered barriers in television. A media mogul, author, and cultural force, she continues to inspire as one of the most influential women of all time.

    Throughout the 25-year run of The Oprah Winfrey Show, thousands of guests shared their stories on a wide range of subjects.

    But for Oprah Winfrey, one moment lingers as her greatest regret, involving weight and weight loss, a deeply personal struggle she has continued to face in recent years.

    Following her farewell from television, Oprah has launched The Oprah Podcast and kept herself busy running her book club.

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    Some two years ago, she revealed that she began using GLP-1, a type 2 diabetes medication that can also trigger weight loss which helped her lose 50 pounds.

    “One of the things that I realized the very first time I took a GLP-1 was that all these years I thought that thin people, those people just had more willpower,” Oprah said in her podcast.

    “They ate better foods, they were able to stick to it longer, they never had a potato chip.”

    She continued: “And then I realized the very first time I took the GLP-1 that, ‘Oh, they’re not even thinking about it. They’re only eating when they’re hungry and they’re stopping when they’re full,” before sharing the reason behind her decision to reveal that she was taking a weight loss drug.

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    “When I announced last January I was like an anomaly, an anomaly in that I was willing to say it,” Oprah concluded.

    While she openly spoke of her struggles with weight loss, she also admitted that the topic of her weight has at one point become “a national sport,” telling People Magazine many were making fun of her appearance.

    “I want to acknowledge that I have been a steadfast participant in this diet culture through my platforms, through the magazine, through the talk show for 25 years.”

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    Further, she recalled a magazine cover dubbing her “Dumpy, Frumpy and Downright Lumpy.”

    “I didn’t feel angry,” she told People. “I felt sad, I felt hurt, I swallowed the shame, I accepted that it was my fault.”

    Now, she says she’s “done with shaming.”

    “I’ve been a steadfast participant in this diet culture,” Oprah said. “Through my platforms, through the magazine, through the talk show for 25 years, through online — I’ve been a major contributor to it. I cannot tell you how many weight loss shows and makeovers I have done and they have been a staple since I’ve been working in television.”

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    Back in 1988, Oprah shocked viewers when she wheeled a wagon of fat onto the stage of her show, representing the weight she had shed through a liquid diet and intense exercise. She confessed she had gone months practically starving herself and went on to explain her struggle, saying, it “sent a message that starving yourself with a liquid diet and set a standard for people watching that I, nor anybody else, could uphold. The very next day, I began to gain the weight back.”

    Oprah added: “I own what I’ve done, and now I want to do better.”

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    They skipped his birthday—but tried to empty his account that same night

    All Martin Rodriguez wanted for his birthday was to spend it together with his family. Nothing extravagant, no gifts, just the presence of the people that meant the world to him.

    He texted his family a few days before, telling them the dinner starts at 6:00.

    He spent days preparing the dishes his family loved most, his mom’s lemon chicken, his sister’s favorite rosemary potatoes, and his grandmother’s garlic bread. His 34th birthday celebration was meant to be a warm evening of laughter and togetherness.

    But when the clock struck six, no one came. By seven, the candles had nearly burned out and his phone lit up with excuses. Apparently, the way to his house was too far for his sister. Too far to drive,” she wrote casually, as though her brother wasn’t worth the effort of a 40 minute drive.

    “Maybe next weekend, we are exhausted” his mother texted him.

    All the food just stayed there, untouched, and Martin was left with the painful truth, he meant less to them than he had believed.

    For years, Martin had quietly supported his family through a savings account he called “The Martin Family Relief Foundation.”

    He started it as an act of love, but that night, he realized that over time, it became a source of exploitation.

    After thinking about it for some time while he sat there in the quiet room with no one he ever loved around, Martin decided to shut the account down.

    “As of today, I am pausing all support. At midnight, the ATM is offline,” he sent a message to his family that he financed for years.

    Not surprisingly, the fallout was immediate. His sister called him 12 times in a row, and he received messages of missed transfers made by his own mother.

    They were angry at him, saying he wasn’t fair, with his mother even trying to guilt-trip him, writing that his father’s health was at stake with the stress he caused them by shutting the account down. “If something happens to him, it will be on you,” she wrote.

    But Martin had it enough, he finally realized that all he ever was to his family was just their personal ATM, nothing more.

    After not replying to any of their calls and text that night, Martin sent his family a message first thing in the morning. “You’ve taken more than money. You’ve taken my time, my energy, and my peace. I gave without asking. You took without limits. As of today, I withdraw, too. The foundation is closed. I am no longer your financial plan. Happy belated birthday to me.”

    That birthday marked a shift in Martin’s life. He stopped being the provider at his own expense and started reclaiming his peace. Now, months later, he speaks openly about the experience, reminding others that love without respect isn’t love at all.

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    Before his death, Robert Redford shared what he really thought of Donald Trump

    Robert Redford was a legendary force in Hollywood whose career spanned generations. He was best known for classics such as Butch Cassidy and the Sundance KidThe StingAll the President’s Men, and Out of Africa.

    The Oscar-winning actor passed away aged 89, leaving fans mourning.

    The news of his sudden death was shared by the chief executive of the publicity firm Rogers & Cowan PMK, Cindi Berger.

    “Robert Redford passed away on September 16, 2025, at his home at Sundance in the mountains of Utah–the place he loved, surrounded by those he loved. He will be missed greatly,” Berger said in a statement. “The family requests privacy.”

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    Among those who have sent their condolences was president Donald Trump.

    “Robert Redford was great; he had a series of years where there was nobody better,” Trump said Tuesday while leaving the White House for his visit to the UK.

    When a reporter informed the president that Redford had passed away in his sleep on Tuesday, Trump replied, “That’s a good way to go, I guess.”

    Trump, however, didn’t address the late actor’s previous criticism of him.

    In 2015, three years before Trump won the Presidential Election against Hillary Clinton, Redford appeared on Larry King Now, where he said of Trump, “Look he’s got such a big foot in his mouth, I’m not sure you’re going to get it out. But on the other hand, I’m glad he’s in there.”

    Robert Redford continued: “I’m glad he’s in there because him being the way he is, and saying what he says the way he says it, I think shakes things up and I think that’s very needed. Because on the other side, it’s so bland, it’s so boring, it’s so empty.”

    Trump took his time to respond to Redford’s comments.

    “Wow! Such nice words from Robert Redford on my running for President. Thank you, Robert,” Trump said.

    Later on, Redford made it clear that his comments didn’t mean he endorsed Trump. On the contrary, in a column for CNN, the Sundance Institute founder wrote that he was all-in for Biden in the November elections.

    “Another four years of this would degrade our country beyond repair,” Redford warned.

    Redford went on to say that under Trump, the United States had “lost its place as a world leader,” and that at home the president had “found every fault line in America and wrenched them wide open.” He argued that Biden would restore unity, empathy, experience, and intelligence to the White House, adding that the former vice president was “made for this moment,” Huff Post reported at the time.

    “Biden leads with his heart. I don’t mean that in a soft and sentimental way,” Redford added. “I’m talking about a fierce compassion ― the kind that fuels him, that drives him to fight against racial and economic injustice, that won’t let him rest while people are struggling.”

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    However, before Trump was impeached a second time, Redford wrote in The Washington Post that it should be up to voters—not impeachment—to remove him from the White House and the Oval Office.

    “It is painfully clear we have a president who degrades everything he touches, a person who does not understand (or care?) that his duty is to defend our democracy,” Redford wrote.

    In an NBC op-ed that year, Robert Redford called Donald Trump a threat to US democracy, saying, “We’re up against a crisis I never thought I’d see in my lifetime: a dictator-like attack by President Donald Trump on everything this country stands for.”

    While he admitted it was fair to give Trump “a chance” at first, Redford argued that the president had undermined core democratic values like the rule of law and a free press, adding, “Instead of the United States of America, we are now defined as the Divided States of America.”

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