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A DAD-OF-FIVE died after mistakenly pouring washing detergent on a bowl of cornflakes instead of milk, an inquest has heard. Tom McDonald was rushed to St Vincent’s University Hospital (SVUH) in Dublin on March 9, 2023, after his daughter realised he had accidentally poisoned himself. “It was so quick – he was perfectly well and […]

Dad-of-five with dementia died after accidentally pouring washing detergent on his cornflakes instead of milk

Editor's note: This article was originally published on January 24, 2020. It has since been updated. Everybody loves a story about an underdog who makes it in the end. While those stories are plenty in movies or books, they are so rare in real life. Sometimes, however, a story comes by that gives you hope again. This is one of those stories. When Jayvee Lazaro Badile II was just a baby, he was adopted by a rather poor couple in the Philippines. He didn't really have much to call his own when he was growing up, but he was thankful to have a loving family. They gave him a real chance at life. Now all grown up, he's become a successful businessman. So he decided to repay his parents with the life they'd always dreamed of.

A poor couple adopted him when he was a baby. Now, he's repaid them with their dream life

Los Angeles County, CA

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

A WOMAN has revealed how she went from living in a homeless shelter to having a successful business. Jess Normanton, now 29, found herself homeless at 16, with no money and no parents to support her. However, she turned her life around after she was fostered and decided to follow her dream of owning her […]

I cried myself to sleep every night when I lived in a homeless shelter at 16 – now I’m a successful business owner

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"They accidentally gave us 2 washers and a dryer when we only ordered 1 of each". Last month, Lowe’s experienced a glitch that lowered the price of its $2,300 Midea jumbo capacity refrigerator to just $169.

‘Lowe’s messed up’: Shopper says they got $2,300 fridge at Lowe’s for just $169

It's been eight years since former TV child star Sawyer Sweeten, best known from Everybody Loves Raymond, died tragically by suicide at only 19 years old. Sawyer Sweeten, his twin brother Sullivan Sweeten, and their older sister Madylin, played Ray Romano's TV children on Everybody Loves Raymond, the Emmy-winning sitcom that originally aired on CBS 1996 to 2005.

The Tragic Suicide of Former TV Child Star Sawyer Sweeten ('Everybody Loves Raymond'): 9 Years Later

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Liya’u Sa’adu cannot afford to rent a shack, let alone a room - like some 500,000 others in Nigeria’s main city.

'I've been sleeping under a bridge in Lagos for 30 years'

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Former child star Bobby Buntrock's life ended in tragedy. Best known as Harold “Sport” Baxter on the popular 1960s TV sitcom Hazel, Butrock died at only 21 years old in a car accident in 1974.

The Tragic Death of Child Star Bobby Buntrock, and How TV's 'Hazel' Shirley Booth Protected him

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Our canine companions can adopt many strange behaviors that get under our skin. Scratching the carpet is one of them. Scratching can cause serious destruction in your rugs and carpets, like fraying, fading, and holes. To preserve your sanity, let’s help you get to the bottom of your carpet-digging pup’s undesirable behavior. We discuss common […]

6 Reasons Your Dog is Scratching the Carpet

Denver, CO

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

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Florida’s buffet lovers are in for a shocker as the popular Royal Sushi Buffet & Hibachi in Port Richey has been temporarily shut down following a state inspection. This isn’t the first time the eatery has faced such trouble, but the recent closure has sparked quite a buzz among its loyal patrons and food enthusiasts alike.

Live roaches, flying objects in the kitchen and soiled shelves- Buffet closed again in Florida

COLLECTING coins can be a rewarding hobby as there is potential for financial gain as long as you're trained to notice some specific details. Getting started can be easy with a few tips from a coin expert. Rare coins can sell for thousands or even millions of dollars, but getting...

I found a penny worth $18k when I was 9 and then became an expert – anyone can get started with my five easy tips

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Manda (@catnipstb) was sleeping in on her day off, only to hear loud banging on top of her house. Waking up to investigate just what the heck was going on, she noticed that there were objects flying off of her roof.The objects turned out to be shingles and she soon discovered that construction workers were replacing the roof on her home. The problem is that she never ordered a new roof and the company got to work on the wrong address.She posted about her experience in a series of TikTok videos."Pov you did not order a roof and you see...

Woman Wakes up to Loud Noise on Top of House — Turns Out Roofers Got the Wrong Address

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I love macaroni salads, and this is truly a special one. It's got something for all of the tastebuds and textures. Soft, crunchy, chewy, sweet, savory, tart, creamy, and oh so fresh! Here's what you'll need to make 8-10 side servings:

Amish Macaroni Salad

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Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

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North Carolina is the 28th largest state by area but boasts the seventh-highest number of counties in the country. If you’re searching for an affordable place to call home in North Carolina, you’re in luck. This diverse and picturesque state offers a range of options that won’t break the bank.

North Carolina City Has Been Named the Cheapest Place to Live in The State

It's been two decades since beloved actor Brian Kelly died of pneumonia at 73 in 2005. Best known as Porter Ricks in the classic TV family show Flipper(NBC, 1964-1967), Kelly had once suffered a paralyzing motorcycle accident that ended his acting career. However, he rechanneld his creative talent and became a producer. This is his story.

The Paralyzing Accident & Tragic Death of TV's 'Flipper' Father Brian Kelly: Two Decades Later

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A mother has told how she saved her 1-year-old baby from drowning after a $39 million superyacht sank beneath the waves off the coast of Sicily.For a moment, Charlotte Golunski said she lost her grip on her daughter, Sophie, in the heavy seas after the yacht capsized in a freak waterspout.But then the desperate mother grabbed back hold of the terrified baby and held her above the water until help arrived.“I held her afloat with all my strength, my arms stretched upwards to keep her from drowning,” Golunski, 35, told Italian newspaper Republica. “It was all dark. In the water...

Hero Mother Held Baby Above the Waves After Superyacht Sank

It's been three years since beloved actress Betty Lynn passed away at 95 years old in 2021. As Thelma Lou on TV's 1960s classic sitcom, The Andy Griffith Show (CBS, 1960-68), actress Lynn was the ideal girl next door. As girlfriend to series star Don Knotts, who played Deputy Barney Fife to Griffith's lead Sheriff Andy Taylor, Lynn made Barney's heart flutter, and maybe a few home viewers too.

In Memory of 'Andy Griffith Show' Actress Betty Lynn ('Thelma Lou'): 3 Years After Her Demise

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After 16 Months of Testing, Here’s Our Editor’s Review on the Helix Midnight Elite Mattress

Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases. Waking up every day with a stiff neck and...

After 16 Months of Testing, Here’s Our Editor’s Review on the Helix Midnight Elite Mattress

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