The Mahajan family’s first trip to New York turned tragic on its third day. Deepak Mahajan recounted the sudden loss of his son Romanch, who died after falling from a horse-drawn carriage in Central Park. This trip was a celebration of Romanch’s recent graduation and acceptance to a university in India. On that Wednesday, Romanch, […]
Kansas City, Missouri — Dylan Mwaniki’s impressive skills on the soccer field can’t overshadow the miraculous feat he accomplished: overcoming a near-fatal diagnosis. At just 14 years old, Dylan faced Stage 4 kidney cancer. Doctors told him he had only eight months left. But Dylan’s story didn’t end there. His battle against cancer took an […]
James Bradley, a renowned author, harnessed his intrigue surrounding his father’s military service during the Battle of Iwo Jima into the acclaimed book “Flags of Our Fathers.” The narrative explored both the famous photograph of U.S. servicemen raising the flag on Mount Suribachi and the story behind it, although it was mistakenly believed his father […]
Evelyn Tolpa Lisek, a beloved figure in the Gary community, reached a milestone on March 11, celebrating her 100th birthday surrounded by family and friends. At a recent event, the WANISS May Wine Charity Luncheon in Munster, she was still full of joy and enthusiasm. Evelyn was the longest-serving and still active member of WANISS, […]
Washington Post’s initiative, Democracy Dies in Darkness, recently highlighted memorable advice from readers’ fathers. In response to a call from Post Opinions, people shared influential words from their dads. An engaging image captured a father and his child winning a prize for the healthiest baby contest at the Shelby County Fair and Horse Show in […]
In 1979, at the age of 11, I experienced a life-altering moment when my father instructed our family to pack a small bag. That night, our family of nine left our home in Saigon for a coastal village in Song Be, Vietnam. Under the cover of darkness, we boarded a cramped fishing boat with about […]
As World Cup fever engulfs Mexico City, a surprising hero emerges. Osito, an 8-year-old rescue poodle mix, captures hearts. Arriving at Mexico’s opening match on a cargo bicycle, Osito wore a Mexico jersey, sunglasses, and cap. Fans swarmed toward the stadium and stopped to photograph and pet Osito. His presence quickly spread through international broadcasts […]
Parenting a two-year-old presents unique challenges. Recently, my son showered me with affection, only to later reject his favorite blueberry muffins. Breakfast completed, we still faced the daily struggle of shoe-time. Parenting a toddler often feels like experiencing emotional ups and downs, which can be difficult for parents and children alike. Roger Harrison, a pediatric […]
Illustrations by Kristen Uroda for NPR During my middle school years, I often spent time with my cousin in a dimly lit closet, chatting for hours. We laughed, shared stories, and created secret code names for our crushes. She was my source of laughter and joy. Fast forward to last year, my cousin once again […]
After her owner passed away, Dorotha, a dog approximately 3 years old, found herself wandering alone in the neighborhood she once knew. Rescued by the SPCA of Wake County on June 3, Dorotha struggled on her own after being released following her owner’s passing. Mady Thielemann, the shelter’s marketing and communications specialist, shared with Newsweek […]