The story of Laken Ashlee Snelling is messy, tragic, and really hard to wrap your head around. She was a 21-year-old University of Kentucky cheerleader, smiling, waving at crowds, chasing her degree, and posting fun videos online. Now she is sitting at the center of a criminal case. Police say she hid her newborn baby...
In vitro fertilization is a medical process where eggs and sperm meet in a lab, then an embryo is placed in the uterus. Many individuals go through IVF pregnancies for various reasons, including blocked tubes, low sperm counts, ovulation issues, or unexplained infertility. The treatment can be life changing, but it is not simple. There...
In a recent episode of It’s Giving podcast on August 20, well-known rapper Snoop Dogg made a guest appearance. During the episode, Snoop recalls taking his grandson to the theaters to see the new Disney-Pixar movie Lightyear. During a scene in the movie, his grandson reacts to seeing a same-sex couple in the film, questioning Snoop...
Anthony Barron, known as one of Britains worst paedophiles, has recently died in prison at the age of 72. Barron was sentenced to life in prison in 2007, after pleading guilty to 87 accounts of sexual assualt on children ages three to twelve. The charges included attempted rape, sexual assault and photographs of underage children....
Last month, someone reported allegations of child abuse at two Iowa church camps to state authorities. On June 12 and 13, authorities issued warrants and conducted safety checks at the Kingdom Ministry of Rehabilitation and Recreation and Shekinah Glory Camp. This resulted in Child Protective Services removing 88 children from the camps. Authorities have not...
Eighteen-year-old Amedy Dewey was all too familiar with the rage and fear that her stepfather instilled in her and her mother. For 5 years, she was subjected to living in an environment with constant uncertainty of what might happen next, until the day finally came when she was shot in the face by her stepfather....
In Sweden, a 10-month-old baby girl developed male-like genital features after repeated skin-to-skin contact with her father, who was using testosterone gel for hormone replacement therapy. Because the gel had not fully dried, direct contact allowed the hormone to transfer to the child. Her clitoris enlarged, and her labia began to fuse. These physical changes...
In a quiet courtroom, a federal immigration judge calls the next case. A child, sometimes only five years old, walks to the front, often without a parent, lawyer, or interpreter. This scene plays out daily in the U.S. immigration court system, where thousands of unaccompanied minors face legal proceedings alone. Many of these children crossed...
A joyful holiday trip quickly turned into a heartbreaking disaster when Texas floods swept away two young sisters visiting Junction over the July 4th weekend. Rescuers later found the 13 and 11-year-old girls in the South Llano River, their hands still locked together. That haunting image spread across the country within hours. Their grandparents, who...
Feeding a baby often comes with advice from friends, family, and social media. However, not all guidance is safe. One overlooked danger is honey. Many parents don’t realize the honey risks for babies, especially those under 12 months. A single spoonful can expose infants to harmful bacteria that may lead to paralysis. Neurologists and pediatricians...
In a heartbreaking case that has gripped Florida and sparked national outrage, a toddler dies in hot car after his father allegedly spent hours at a barbershop and a local bar. Eighteen-month-old Sebastian Gardner died after his father, Scott Allen Gardner, 33, left him in a parked vehicle as temperatures soared to 92°F (33°C). Authorities...
Don’t toss those tiny soap scraps. The bits we often let slide down the drain can still be useful. With a little creativity, you can stretch your soap’s life and reduce household waste. From travel kits to laundry soap, the possibilities are easy and budget-friendly. Whether you’re trying to live greener or just want to...
