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The New York Police Department is mourning the death of one of their own after Detective Alicia Stone passed away a week after undergoing controversial cosmetic surgery in Colombia. At the time of writing her cause of death is listed as “unspecified cardiac arrest”, though her grieving husband, Michael Stone, is requesting an investigation. Sources…

The Biker and the Little Girl: A Promise in Room 117 A chance encounter at Saint Mary’s Hospice changed two lives forever. Big John, a 300-pound biker with a leather vest and a rough exterior, had come to visit his dying brother. While wandering the quiet halls, he accidentally pushed open the door to Room…

The storm came faster than anyone in Millstone had expected. By the time I pulled into the parking lot of my little diner, snow was already falling in thick sheets, blanketing the roads in white. I had no plans to open that night—it was too dangerous for anyone to be out. But then I noticed…

Ever pulled a tomato from your garden or grocery bag only to find a hole in it? While it’s tempting to toss it immediately, understanding why holes appear can help you fix the problem and prevent it in the future.Holes in tomatoes are often caused by pests like hornworms, stink bugs, and beetles that chew…

Fans around the world are reeling after a heartbreaking announcement from the family of Randy Travis, the beloved country music icon whose unmistakable voice and inspirational comeback have touched millions. At 66 years old, Travis is once again at the center of urgent health concerns, according to a statement released just moments ago from Nashville.…

“Grandpa, what’s that orange thing with the gray skin? Is it a new kind of fruit?” they asked. I laughed and said, “No, my little ones, this is a winter squash! A gift from nature that we’ve had in our garden for generations.” “Why do they call it winter squash?” one of them asked. “Because…