Bringing hope and joy: superheroes for children with cancer in Kosovo
As the year draws to a close, a remarkable initiative involving “superheroes” clad in unique costumes brings unexpected joy — not only to the sick children but also, perhaps even more deeply, to their parents
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Joy and Celebrations in Seoul for Protesters as Yoon Is Impeached
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ESPN analyst Moss announces battle with cancer
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This Year Embrace Facilitation Over the Myth of Superheroes
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Assad’s fall brings joy and the call of home
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Randy Moss announces he is battling cancer
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Bringing hope and joy: superheroes for children with cancer in Kosovo
As the year draws to a close, a remarkable initiative involving “superheroes” clad in unique costumes brings unexpected joy — not only to the sick children but also, perhaps even more deeply, to ...ABC News - 3d -
Greece's only miniature therapy horses bring joy to many, but their charity is struggling
Specially trained miniature horses visit hospital wards and residential care homes in the Greek capital, providing pet therapy to sick and disabled children and adultsABC News - 3d -
Greece's only miniature therapy horses bring joy to many, but their charity is struggling
Specially trained miniature horses visit hospital wards and residential care homes in the Greek capital, providing pet therapy to sick and disabled children and adultsABC News - 3d -
'Hanukkah on the Rocks' offers Hallmark's usual holiday joy but with a menorah
Hallmark's rare Jewish-themed film is a pleasant, frictionless story from screenwriter Julie Sherman Wolfe, who also wrote 'Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story.'Los Angeles Times - 3d -
Childish Literature — reflections on the joys and fears of parenting
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Aaron Paul Stars In Superhero Workplace Comedy Game Dispatch
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In her post-tour era: Taylor Swift spotted spreading joy at Kansas City children's hospital
Days after she wrapped her Eras Tour in Vancouver, Taylor Swift spent time at a Kansas City children's hospital, visiting with young patients and hospital staff.NBC News - 3d -
Bowel-cancer rates rising among younger people
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‘Golden Bachelor’ Star Announces Cancer Diagnosis
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Hall of Famer Sandberg says cancer has returned
Cubs Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg announced that his cancer has returned and he will undergo aggressive treatment.ESPN - 6d -
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Fall of Assad regime brings hopes of justice for atrocities in Syria
As rebel leader promises torturers will be held accountable, legal experts consider whether war crimes trials can be conducted. Middle East crisis – live updates The rebel leader now running ...The Guardian - 6d -
Woman abducted as baby in 1994 dies of cancer
Abbie Humphries, who was only three hours old when she was taken, dies at the age of 30.BBC News - 6d -
EPA bans two cleaner solvents linked to cancer
The Environmental Protection Agency banned two solvents known to cause a range of cancers: trichloroethylene (TCE) and perchloroethylene (PCE).CBS News - Dec. 9 -
Tears of joy and sadness as ‘disappeared’ Syrians emerge from Assad’s prisons
Men, women and children, many jailed for speaking out against regime, reunite with their families. Syria live – latest updates As Syrian rebels led by the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham ...The Guardian - Dec. 8 -
Syrians in Lebanon Start to Head Home, With Both Joy and Worry
Thousands who fled during the country’s civil war celebrated the toppling of the Assad government — and their long-awaited return home — at the Syria-Lebanon border crossing.The New York Times - Dec. 8 -
Joy in Germany at end of al-Assad dynasty rule in Syria
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'Reindeer' volunteers bring holiday magic to Ukrainian children living on the frontlines
A volunteer group is trying to fulfill the holiday dreams of thousands of children living near the frontlines in UkraineABC News - Dec. 8 -
A Framework for Keeping Technology for Children Safe
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‘We can’t give up on 1 million children’: the charity bringing psychological first aid to Gazans
In Gaza, Dr Yasser Abu Jamei offers hope and healing to families shattered by Israel’s war on the strip. A guide to the Guardian and Observer’s 2024 charity appeal partners Donate to our ...The Guardian - Dec. 7 -
Kate joined by children as she hosts carol service
The Princess of Wales will host a Christmas carol service, in her biggest event of a difficult year.BBC News - Dec. 6 -
What you can do to prevent cervical cancer
After years of decline, cervical cancer rates are rising in some demographics in the United States — primarily low-income women and those in their 30s and 40s. If the disease spreads in the ...The Hill - Dec. 6 -
Pride, joy and some questions: reactions to Moana 2 from across the Pacific
Some praised the representation of Pacific cultures while one activist labelled the depiction of demigod Maui character as ‘ridiculous’ . Audiences across the Pacific have welcomed Moana 2 and ...The Guardian - Dec. 6 -
Kosovo's parliament speaker ejects ethnic Serb lawmakers because of their truancy
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13+ impractical gifts to spark joy
We rounded up the best impractical yet gratifying gifts, including fun desk accessories and eclectic home decor.NBC News - Dec. 5 -
Two children injured in shooting at northern California school
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Special Kosovo court orders arrest of 3 war veterans
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2 children wounded in California school shooting
Two children were wounded in a shooting Wednesday at a small religious school in Northern California, according to the local sheriff’s office. Law enforcement officials arrived on the scene to find ...The Hill - Dec. 5 -
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