Author: sg4vo

Every shelter dog wants a loving home, but regrettably, some are passed over because of false impressions about their appearance. Consider the situation of Biggie, a dog whose “scary” appearance has made it difficult for him to find a permanent home. Pit bull Biggie, who is between three and five years old, is kept at the Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter in Branford, Connecticut. His life has been an unpleasant series of setbacks, including long spells of abandonment and being let down by several families. Even after more than 210 days of waiting, prospective adopters avoid Biggie because they found his… CONTINUE READING…

On the afternoon of Aug. 10, 1628, the Vasa, built by the Swedish to be one of the most powerful warships in the Baltic, set off from the palace docks in Stockholm. The Vasa did not even make it one mile. A strong gust of wind caused the 226-foot-long ship to keel over as water poured in through its open gun ports, which were on display for its maiden voyage. About 150 people were believed to be on board when it sank; about 30 died. Now, nearly 400 years later, advanced DNA testing is allowing researchers to learn more about… CONTINUE READING…

Donald Trump has his hands full at the moment, and that will be the case for many months to come. The former president aims to retake office in the 2024 presidential election, and he will again face Joe Biden, who is running for re-election.  While Donald Trump’s decision to run for president once again was already big news, it’s nothing compared to the many lawsuits the former The Apprentice star is in the middle of. As of now, Donald Trump faces 34 felony counts of falsifying business records. The charges stem from an alleged attempt to conceal a $130,000 hush money payment to… CONTINUE READING…

We all remember our lost loved ones in different ways. Families often have traditions to honor those who have passed on, and it’s only right that such traditions are respected by others. Sadly that’s not always the case, as the family of the late Mark Rosenthal know all too well. As per reports, Mark passed away 13 years ago, but his family still visit his gravesite to celebrate his life. For Mark’s family, though losing him was a tragedy that will never truly heal, they’ve found that by feeling that they’re closer to him, they can help to lessen the pain of his absence. Even so, they… CONTINUE READING…

OVERVIEW This is one of the most beautiful castles in the world, and has become a natural film set Rocca Calascio is the highest castle in the Apennines and one of the highest fortifications in Italy. At 1,500 metres, the fortress towers above a small village called Calascio. This is in Abruzzo, in the Gran Sasso-Laga National Parkto be precise. The structure, made of very white stone and with a square layout, has become known to most as a popular film set. Ladyhawke, The Name of the Rose and The American, among others, were filmed here.  The whole area has a special charm; the perimeter stretching from… CONTINUE READING…

The Mayan Ruins of Palenque are as important as Chichen Itza, Uxmal and Tikal in architectural magnificence and historical significance. Located 400 miles (650 kilometers) from the Riviera Maya, this is a great 3 day road trip from the beach. As an UNESCO Heritage site, Palenque is testimony to the mythology and resources of the Maya. When we made the trip to Palenque, our self-imposed vacation from the beach, the weather was on our side. We made the non-stop drive from Akumal to Palenque in about 12½ hours. Our agenda was to spend time at the Palenque Ruins and experience… CONTINUE READING…

A father’s decision to carry his dog instead of his son has sparked a viral curiosity. A woman recorded the unusual scene from her car and published the video on her TikTok account. While driving, Luz Elena captured a video of a man carrying his dog in one arm while holding his son’s hand in the other — sparking an online debate about family priorities. “When your priority is your dog, not the child.” She wrote. Despite being originally posted in May 2022, this touching video has recently gained popularity on social media with over 4 million views and 5,000 comments. The overwhelming majority of users came out in defense of the man’s decision, with one writing, “If his leg’s hurt, the child has… CONTINUE READING…

Pet euthanasia is a difficult and complicated subject, and people have differing views on whether it’s humane to put a dog with medical issues to sleep or give them a chance at life. Recently, a puppy with birth defects was brought to a vet to be euthanized — but the vet made a decision to him. Oliver Reeve, a veterinarian from New Zealand, wrote that someone brought a 7-month-old puppy to his hospital. The puppy has unspecified birth defects, and their owner wanted the pup to be euthanized. However, Reeve opted to not euthanize the puppy — and decided to… CONTINUE READING…