Bidders will fight with their dollars next week at an Ohio auction house for the sword of the Civil War Union general who led a scorched-earth campaign across Georgia and coined the phrase “War is hell.” General William Tecumseh Sherman’s wartime sword, likely used between 1861 and 1863, are among the items that will be open to bidders Tuesday at …
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For Mother's Day, a Virginia mom's stunning discovery reminds her of God's loving presence
Just ahead of Mother’s Day this year, the husband-and-wife team of SQuire Rushnell and Louise DuArt, co-founders of the Godwinks brands and based in Massachusetts, shared an endearing personal story of family and faith with Fox News Digital. It’s among the stories they’re writing for a forthcoming book. “We all need more light. We need more positivity. We need family …
Read More »Gorilla, just 4 months old, delights zoo visitors with funny faces: 'Very happy'
A baby gorilla’s adorable face can light up the world. At the Prague Zoo recently in the Czech Republic, a baby gorilla was seen having some fun while visitors noticed she was making funny faces at them. Through the glass at the gorilla exhibit, visitor Lucie Stephnickova said she saw a baby animal making faces, as SWNS reported. TEXAS ZOO …
Read More »Virginia middle school students, nearly 1,400 strong, attend day of 'friends, faith and food'
A group of nearly 1,400 Catholic middle school students from Northern Virginia spent a recent Saturday strengthening their faith, making new friends and enjoying fellowship — with the event’s organizers believing the students are building a critical foundation for lifelong involvement in the church. The 20th-annual “BASH” is the Diocese of Arlington’s largest gathering for middle school-aged children. It was …
Read More »New York woman goes TikTok viral after printing 500 business cards to help friend find a date
For many people, finding a suitable romantic match can be quite a challenge. Merely from looking at social media and dating apps alone, many often feel overwhelmed by the variety of places to find “the perfect match.” Natalie Abatemarco, a 25-year-old content creator from New York, decided to change things up for a single friend of hers. TORONTO WOMAN TAKES …
Read More »Vietnam veteran reunites with lost dog tag after 56 years: 'I didn't believe it'
A Vietnam War veteran recently reunited with a precious souvenir from his military career, nearly six decades after his service ended. Florence, South Carolina, resident Larry Morganti was given his dog tag, a piece of identification for military personnel, last month. He lost the metal tag during a rocket attack. According to WPDE, the veteran served in the 311th Squadron …
Read More »Color idioms we can't resist: Why do we say ‘green thumb,' 'out of the blue' and more?
“Cat got your tongue” and other popular sayings are common in the English language. These and many other popular expressions are part of everyday life — yet most of us haven’t stopped to consider or explore their interesting origin stories. Where did these expressions come from and what do they mean? WHY DO WE SAY ‘UNDER THE WEATHER’ AND OTHER …
Read More »Backstreet Boys respond to Denver Water viral parody promoting conservation efforts
A city water service provider channeled the Backstreet Boys in a recent effort to get people to follow local watering rules, with a viral video that caught the attention of the popular 90s boy band. The “Splashstreet Boys” and their parody song, “I Water That Way,” is a takeoff on the 1999 smash hit, “I Want it That Way.” “Tell …
Read More »WWII veteran, 100, finally receives his college diploma nearly 60 years after graduation
A 100-year-old veteran of World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War thought he was going to a celebration for his 100th birthday and to honor his contributions to the University of Maryland Global Campus, his alma mater. Instead, Jack Milton this week received the surprise of a lifetime: his long-overdue graduation ceremony. “I’ve had many ceremonies throughout …
Read More »Sheriff's office celebrates major 'baby boom' as law enforcement poses for sweet photo with their 15 kids
Law enforcement officers in Kentucky are celebrating some adorable additions to their department as several deputies and sergeants all welcomed little ones within the span of a year. The Boone County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) in Burlington grew by more than 15 as officers became parents to baby boys and girls. A photo of the children posing with their parents was …
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