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12-year-old girl hailed as hero for saving family from carbon monoxide poisoning
Jaziyah Parker was honored as a hero Tuesday.
May 25, 202387-year-old crossing guard retiring after 55 years gets sweet send-off
Sandra Bellew is retiring after nearly 55 years as a crossing guard.
May 25, 2023Taylor Swift's 'Midnights (Til Dawn Edition)' album has arrived
The expanded edition includes a "Karma" remix with Ice Spice.
May 26, 2023
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May 26
Number of Asian-American seniors growing but resources are lacking
ABC News' Em Nguyen reports on the scarcity in resources available to the rapidly growing senior Asian population in America.
May 26
May 26
Declutter your home with small but impactful tips
ABC News Live anchor Diane Macedo shares creative ways that have helped her get organized, save time and make life a little easier.
May 26
May 25
'It's both temporal and timeless': Author shows history through childhood images
ABC News' Linsey Davis spoke with author Todd Brewster about his new book "American Childhood: A Photographic History" which gives readers a glimpse at history through images of its youngest members.
May 25
May 25
Service dog receives diploma after attending classes with owner
A service dog named Justin was presented with a diploma as his owner, Grace Mariani, graduated from Seton Hall University this week.
May 25
May 23
Little bird chases off bald eagle perched too close to nest
A little bird managed to chase off a bald eagle perched a bit too close to its nesting area.
May 23
May 21
Bee appears to 'wave' at toddler
A 2-year-old in Ireland was initially nervous of a bee until the bee appeared to "wave" goodbye back to the child.
May 21
May 16
How brewery is transforming the sake industry one glass at a time
Shinobu Kato opened a brewery in Brooklyn, New York, but you won’t see any beer there – instead this place offers an array of sake to sample and learn about.
May 16
May 14
Shark rams kayak off Hawaii coast
Dramatic footage captures a shark ramming into an experienced fisherman’s kayak off the coast of Oahu.
May 14
May 10
Patel It Like It Is: How to combat the epidemic of loneliness
ABC News medical contributor Dr. Alok Patel breaks down the dangers of loneliness and how to avoid getting caught in a lonely slump.
May 10
May 09
How Chance Athletics uses creativity to celebrate diversity and inclusion
Joyce Koa, the co-founder of Chance Athletics, explains the initiative behind the company and how the idea for its colorful basketballs came to be.
May 09
May 08
Inner tubers have close encounter with alligator on Florida river
These inner tubers were enjoying a serene float down Florida’s Ichetucknee River when they encountered an alligator with similar plans.
May 08
April 30
Taxi passenger feeds driver's 'pet crow'
A taxi driver in Ireland brightened this passenger’s day by introducing her to his “pet crow.”
April 30
April 28
Traditional Arab dance finds new following on social media
ABC News’ Mona Kosar Abdi reports on the traditional Arab dance Dabke and the groups of women who are making it their own.
April 28
April 26
How Muslim women navigate the complexity of hijabs in fashion
ABC News’ Mona Kosar Abdi sat down with model Rawdah Mohamed, designer Renee Hill and journalist Noor Tagouri to discuss the evolution of hijab representation in fashion.
April 26
April 20
TikTalk: The Furrha family on Arab-American representation
ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke to Arab-American influencers the Furrha family about Ramadan and positive Arab and Muslim representation on social media.
April 20
April 13
TikTalk: Zach Willmore hopes to change HIV stigma
ABC News' Linsey Davis spoke with TikTok creator Zach Willmore about how he uses his platform to advocate for HIV awareness.
April 13
April 13
Oldest gorilla in the world celebrates her 66th birthday
Fatou, the oldest gorilla in the world, feasted on fresh fruit and herbs to celebrate her 66th birthday, surpassing the average gorilla lifespan of 40 years by more than two decades.
April 13
April 12
Goose crashes Kansas City half-marathon
This goose didn't register for the annual Rock the Parkway half-marathon in Kansas City, but that didn't it stop it from joining the race.
April 12
April 12
Leslie Odom Jr. and Nicolette Robinson's new book highlights representation
ABC News' Linsey Davis caught up with Broadway star duo Leslie Odom Jr. and Nicolette Robinson to discuss their new children's book "I Love You More Than You'll Ever Know."
April 12
April 12
New Zealand zoo welcomes pair of endangered snow leopards
The Wellington Zoo is welcoming new residents, the only two snow leopards in New Zealand.
April 12
April 09
Grandfather surprised to learn newborn named after him
A man began to tear up the moment he learned his newly-born granddaughter was named after him when he noticed a blanket and a sign with the baby's name, Adaline Terry.
April 09
April 08
Dog reunites with owner after more than 100 days apart
After a more than 100 days apart, a dog reunited with his owner and couldn’t contain his excitement.
April 08
April 07
Toy maker creates lifelike pet plushies for grieving owners
This toy maker has helped thousands of animal lovers cope with the grief of losing their pet by offering a service to create realistic replicas of them.
April 07
April 06
By the Numbers: Masters Tournament
A look at the numbers behind the 87th Masters Tournament as the field tees off at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia.
April 06
April 06
A week in the life of a fasting Muslim
ABC News reports on resident physician Hania Kahlon who uses her social media platform to showcase her religious practices and documents what a week in her life looks like during Ramadan.
April 06
April 06
TikTalk: Drew Afualo on calling out misogynistic online bullies
ABC News' Kayna Whitworth spoke with content creator Drew Afualo on fighting outdated patriarchal ideals, female empowerment, collaborating with Questlove, and self-acceptance.
April 06
April 05
KEM on his life journey: 'My faith is the cornerstone of everything in my life'
ABC News' Stephanie Ramos spoke with Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, and musician KEM to discuss his new autobiography, "Share My Life: A Journey of Love, Faith, and Redemption."
April 05
April 05
Sneaky Shih Tzu borrows pacifier from baby
A sneaky pooch named Millie entertained her owner by stealing a pacifier from her human sibling.
April 05
April 05
Tiny stowaway octopus returned to ocean
A tiny stowaway octopus that attached itself to a diver's gear was safely returned to the ocean after being discovered inside a car.
April 05
April 04
The nurse with a knack for naming babies
ABC News’ Will Ganss speaks with the nurse who has turned her knack for names into a full-blown consulting business!
April 04
March 28
Unlikely duo: Dog, goat become best friends at animal shelter
A North Carolina animal shelter is trying to find a forever home for a couple of unlikely best friends: a dog named Felix and a goat named Cinnamon.
March 28
March 28
Siblings on gaming's changing face: 'We're going to see diversity in all types'
ABC News' Justin Finch reports on siblings Ernest and Jaycee Holmes about their roles as Black creators and developers changing the face of video games and tech through their nonprofit CodeHouse.
March 28
March 26
Dolphins dive in and out of waves alongside surfers
A pod of dolphins is seen leaping in and out of waves alongside surfers near Wategos Beach in Byron Bay, Australia.
March 26
March 23
World renowned chef explores 'Restaurants at the End of the World'
A new National Geographic travel show takes viewers along for the ride as chef Kristin Kish travels across the globe to try foods from off the grid.
March 23
March 22
Rare giraffe born at Belgian zoo
A zoo in Belgium recently welcomed a new resident: a newborn Rothschild's giraffe.
March 22
March 20
Former museum guard's journey to find comfort in the beauty and solitude of art
ABC News' Kyra Phillips profiles Patrick Bringley, author of "All the Beauty in the World," a former guard who turned his life around inside of one of the world's most famous museums.
March 20
March 18
Man has emotional reunion with dog he gave up 10 years ago
After a move forced a man to give up his dog Smokey, he was brought to tears when the two reunited 10 years later.
March 18
March 17
By the Numbers: Paycheck to paycheck on $100,000
A look at the numbers behind the Americans who earn $100,000 a year but who say they are still living paycheck to paycheck.
March 17
March 17
Dog ready for adoption after surviving being shot
A dog named Bucky, who survived being shot in the face and left in the woods tangled to a tree, was paraded out to applause after recovering from his injuries, and is now ready to be adopted.
March 17
March 16
Tik Talk: 'Corporate baddie' DeAndre Brown gives workplace. advice to Gen Z
ABC News' Linsey Davis spoke with DeAndre Brown, the "corporate baddie" about his TikTok following and how Gen Z's new perspective on work will change the corporate world.
March 16
March 15
New book 'STFU' reveals how talking less benefits every aspect of life
ABC News' Diane Macedo spoke with journalist and author Dan Lyons about his new book "STFU: The Power of Keeping Your Mouth Shut" and how being a "talkaholic" cost him.
March 15
March 15
Meena Harris’ new book aims to reclaim words used to undermine girls and women
“A is for Ambitious” explores new ways of using words like bossy, emotional and intense to reshape how young leaders talk about themselves and each other.
March 15
March 15
Battle over Daylight Saving Time reignites in Congress
Michael Breus, founder of “The Sleep Doctor” and a clinical psychologist, joins to discuss the impact of Daylight Saving Time on sleep.
March 15
March 13
Tips to help your kids sleep better
Kicking off Sleep Awareness Week, board certified sleep physician Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown joins with tips to get your kids sleep schedule back on track following Day Light Saving Time.
March 13
March 12
Toddler reacts to seeing mom clearly for 1st time
A toddler who has trouble seeing clearly had an adorable reaction spotting his mother for the first time while putting on prescription glasses.
March 12
March 11
Dog rescued after 20-foot fall onto ice
A dog was saved by firefighters after falling about 20 feet down onto ice inside an old filtration pond in Michigan.
March 11
March 10
‘So often everything is on their shoulders’: Paula Faris on ditching mom guilt
ABC News' Trevor Ault spoke with Paula Faris, an Emmy-winning journalist and mother of three, about her new book, "You Don't Have to Carry It All: Ditch the Mom Guilt and Find a Better Way Forward."
March 10
March 09
TikTalk: Daughter's viral TikTok boosts dad's thriller book to bestseller
ABC News' Trevor Ault spoke to Lloyd Devereux Richards and his daughter Marguerite about how she turned to TikTok and made his 10-year-old novel "Stone Maidens" into a bestseller.
March 09
March 09
Barbie adds Black, female space scientist to Role Model series
British STEM trailblazer Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocock was honored with a one-of-a-kind Barbie in her likeness.
March 09
March 07
Farfalle fashion: ABC News' Will Ganss on the sauciest look for this spring
Plus, "Boy Meets World" star Ben Savage announces his run for Congress and there is life after love after all because Cher is heading back to the recording studio.
March 07