We are republishing this story, which originally made headlines in September 2017. A Dairy Queen restaurant located in Kewaskum, Wisconsin, became widely discussed after a sign displayed in its window described the establishment as “politically incorrect.” The sign explained that the staff at this Dairy Queen greet customers by saying “Merry Christmas,” offer the phrase…
Melania Trump’s journey to U.S. citizenship has sparked discussion as her husband, former President Donald Trump, has campaigned on strict immigration policies. During a recent House Judiciary Committee hearing, Representative Jasmine Crockett of Texas questioned the former First Lady’s approval for an EB-1 “extraordinary ability” visa—sometimes called the “Einstein visa,” which is typically awarded to…
We are republishing this story, which originally made headlines in July 2015. In August 2013, two rare Sumatran tiger cubs, named Spot and Stripe, were born at Australia Zoo. This was a remarkable event because many Sumatran tiger cubs do not survive when born in captivity. Their progress from fragile newborns to strong young tigers…
Jack never took a sick day, so when he stayed home pale and coughing, I knew something was wrong. As I wrangled our three kids, I opened the front door—and froze. On the porch stood a life-sized white statue of Jack, down to every detail. Jack, in his robe, saw it too. His face turned ghostly….
We are republishing this story, which originally made headlines in September 2017. In 2017, Vista Del Lago High School in Folsom, California, became the focus of public debate after it advised students to be cautious when chanting “USA” during school events such as sports games and rallies. While the chant was traditionally used to express school spirit and national pride,…
I had just been in the shower when I heard the baby cry. Keane, my autistic brother who rarely speaks, was in the living room as usual. Rushing out, I found the baby asleep, curled on Keane’s chest, with Keane gently rocking him and our cat purring on his lap. For the first time in…
One evening, a wife came home to find the babysitter fresh out of the shower — and her husband unexpectedly at home, defending the babysitter’s actions. The sitter claimed she had to shower because milk was spilled on her while the kids were napping. The wife felt uneasy, especially since her husband was supposed to…
Bruce Campbell has always seen the extraordinary in the ordinary. In his early twenties, he bought 10 acres of wooded land in Oregon for \$23,000, with dreams of building a unique home. Originally envisioning a house made from cargo containers, Campbell later shifted gears after learning about a woman who turned a Boeing 727 into…
He had only just begun living the dream he’d chased since childhood—racing under the lights, wearing gear he once admired. Every lap was a step closer to his goals. Tragically, that dream ended far too soon, leaving behind a silence no engine could drown out. The loss has shaken the entire motocross world. Sixteen-year-old Aidan…
When a younger, newly divorced woman named Amber moved in next door, I sensed trouble. She was overly friendly, especially with my husband, Andy. At first, I gave her the benefit of the doubt, but it quickly became clear she had no boundaries. From flirty morning greetings to fake emergencies, her attention toward Andy crossed…