Tag Archives: family and friends

What to do during an earthquake and how to prepare

An earthquake is a sudden, fierce shaking of the Earth’s surface that’s caused by movements in the planet’s outermost layer, according to NASA. “It is estimated that there are500,000 detectable earthquakesin the world each year. 100,000 of those can be felt, and 100 of them cause damage,” the U.S. Geological Survey’s website says. The phenomenon could cause property damage as …

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Weekend read: An earthquake hits the northeast, tasty American food stories and more

Lifestyle stories from this week included tasty American food stories, earthquake safety tips, wild nature tales, a mom learning about her bizarre arrest warrant — and much more. Fun quizzes and crosswords are always available to dive into as well. (Fox News Digital publishes daily crossword puzzles 24/7!) CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Grab your coffee …

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Connecticut police officer forms strong bond with baby girl he saved five years ago: 'We're family'

The strong bond between a Connecticut police officer and a baby girl whose life he saved five years ago continues to shine a light on the power of human connection over all else — including people’s individual backgrounds and races, he said. “Everybody’s lives changed for the better that night — especially mine,” Det. Michael Harton of the North Haven, …

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First Communion gifts to buy on Amazon for children set to receive the sacrament

When it comes to religious milestones, the first Holy Communion is an important one in some Christian traditions. It usually happens when a child is around eight years old and in the springtime due to the Easter holiday, which celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It’s a significant event in faith, marking a child’s reception of the Eucharist for the …

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Hot weekend read: Man dials police over Sasquatch, plus a father-in-law's text goes viral

Lifestyle stories this week included a fisherman’s monstrous catch, a father-in-law’s text gone viral, delicious food stories, interesting Americana and a strange call to police involving Sasquatch — and more. Fun quizzes and crosswords are always available to dive into as well. (Fox News Digital publishes daily crossword puzzles seven days a week.) CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR …

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'Deeply depressed' Maryland shelter cat goes viral after adoption plea

Officials at an animal shelter in Maryland are confident that one of their residents will be adopted soon into a loving home after a Facebook post about his plight went viral overnight. Mr. O, a white-and-orange cat, age 2, was surrendered recently at St. Mary’s Animal Adoption & Resource Center in California, Maryland, after his original family moved and could …

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Reddit user who left her drunk husband behind at airport gets support from others: 'Has a problem'

A woman who left her husband behind at the airport after he was prevented from boarding a plane for a trip to see her parents was right to do so — and she may also want to reconsider her relationship, said other Reddit users in response to the unusual personal drama. Reddit user “CantaloupeLife7504” asked readers of Reddit’s “Am I …

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World travelers surprise security guard with helicopter ride over South Africa: ‘Big smile on his face'

Two friends made a man’s day after taking him on a helicopter ride as a “thank you” for his hard work. Paige Goldstein and Chantel Wright are in their 20s and currently traveling the world while working remotely. The pair, who are right now living in Cape Town, South Africa, were chatting with their apartment’s security guard, a man named …

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Spring 2024: A backyard game, plants and more gifts to grab on Amazon now

Springtime can bring an air of vibrancy and renewal as the waiting plants and flowers poke through the dirt and animals emerge from hibernation. It can also be a busy time for social events and spending time with loved ones. Whether you’re shopping for host gifts, Mother’s Day gifts or bridal shower gifts — or just engaging in a kind …

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Trending in Lifestyle: Solar eclipse prompts school closures, a shocking Goodwill find and more

This week, Fox News Digital drew readers to an array of trending Lifestyle topics that involved solar eclipse news, a Goodwill find gone viral, a senior furry friend and much more. Fun quizzes and crosswords are always available to dive into as well. (Fox News Digital publishes daily crossword puzzles seven days a week.) TRENDIEST VIRAL HEADLINES OF THE WEEK …

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