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A simple message can mean more than you realize. When you care about someone, letting them know they’re on your mind is one of the easiest ways to strengthen your relationship. Whether you’re separated by distance, caught up in busy schedules, or simply want to brighten their day, thoughtful words can make your loved one feel appreciated, supported, and deeply connected. You don’t need a special occasion to remind someone how much they mean to you. A heartfelt text, sweet note, or loving message can bring comfort, spark a smile, and help keep your bond strong, no matter how far…

Welcome to the Good News Roundup for August 3, 2026 10-year-old gymnast who lost her leg in a missile attack completes ‘Dance of Freedom tour’ A 10-year-old Ukrainian gymnast has delivered a powerful message of resilience as part of a global ‘Dance of Freedom tour’, four years after losing her leg in a Russian missile strike. Oleksandra Paskal – known as Sasha to her family and friends – had been training in rhythmic gymnastics since she was a young child, and despite her leg having to be amputated, she returned to the sport after her recovery. She’s since competed in…

Roughly 75 million Americans are waiting to learn the size of their 2027 Social Security raise, and the estimate keeps shifting for one reason. Energy prices. The on-off war between the US and Iran is quietly rewriting the forecast.One Number, Set by the Price of OilThe annual cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, tracks inflation through a measure called the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers, known as the CPI-W. The Social Security Administration averages that index across July, August, and September, then compares it with the same months a year earlier. Energy is one of the biggest…

Kristine Richards and her dog Flag – SWNS A dog owner says her pooch saved her life, by repeatedly pawing at her armpit, which eventually alerted her to breast cancer. The 61-year-old says her chihuahua Flag started the odd behavior years ago, constantly hitting the underside of her arm with his paw. She originally dismissed the behavior, until she spotted a small lump under her breast and started to suspect her pup was trying to tell her something. Kristine Richards, the retiree from Wellington, Somerset, went to an oncologist and was diagnosed with an aggressive form of hormone sensitive lobular…

In the small U.S. city of Keene, New Hampshire, plans are underway to build small underpasses to help amphibians safely cross a road, including hybrid Jefferson/blue-spotted salamanders, an imperiled species complex.In the neighboring state of Vermont, salamander crossings constructed in 2015 have reduced the number of amphibian deaths at that site by 80%.Habitat connectivity is crucial: Animals need to move to find water and food, to mate or to escape extreme, climate-change-driven weather events.With growing human populations, wild lands are increasingly fragmented and relinking habitat with wildlife crossings has become an important conservation tool.NEW HAMPSHIRE, U.S. — It’s a mild…

Credit: Michele Kaunitz via Autumn Kings Facebook Page A touring heavy metal band almost met disaster in the middle of nowhere, until a 60-year-old stranger reminded them that there’s still a magical thing called ‘Midwest Nice’. The Autumn Kings trio had just finished performing at the annual Rock Fest Wisconsin in Chippewa Valley when their van broke down on a rural highway. They called every mechanic in the area but it required two days to fix the engine—yet they only had ten hours to make it to their next gig, the Upheaval Festival in Grand Rapids, Michigan, 500 miles away.…

Lifeguard rescue in Santa Cruz surf – Courtesy of Scott Vander Dussen / @santacruznow on Instagram The rookie lifeguard didn’t flinch. A giant wave slammed into the California shore and a 10-year-old boy was instantly swept up. Luckily, a 16-year-old lifeguard ran to help, rushing toward a rescue that would go viral on social media, earning Ryder Williams praise across the internet. It’s Ryder’s first summer working as a lifeguard, scanning the shores at Seabright Beach in Santa Cruz, California, where the surf often pounds. Last week, a sudden sneaker wave surged up the shore, knocking over the little boy…

Most people think of a stroke as something that happens without warning. One moment you’re fine, and the next, your life can change forever. While a stroke often seems sudden, the damage that leads to one usually develops over many years. Everyday habits can gradually affect your blood vessels, heart, and overall circulation without causing noticeable symptoms at first. Many of these habits become part of daily life because they don’t seem harmful in the moment. But over time, they may contribute to high blood pressure and other health problems that increase your risk of stroke. The encouraging news is…

Concern over potential Social Security benefit cuts LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Zach Cohen, Bloomberg Government’s senior budget reporter, as the clock continues to tick for American workers and seniors who are worried about cuts to their Social Security. According to Fox Business, the Social Security Administration’s 2026 Trustees Report confirms that the federal retirement safety net is less than seven years away from fiscal depletion. Experts are saying that the Old-Age and Survivors Insurance (OASI) trust fund will completely exhaust its accumulated reserves in the fourth quarter of 2032.  Social Security recipients are projected to get a bigger…

On July 29, a TikTok creator with the handle @whereswunna posted a video that soon gained over 16 million views. In the video, a couple vacationing in Bridgetown, Barbados, comes across a baby sea turtle on the beach. It can be seen struggling in the sand, cresting tiny hills and pushing through seaweed as it makes its first journey to the ocean. Throughout the clip, the woman expresses concern and asks why they can’t just pick it up and bring it closer to the surf. “You can’t,” the man stresses, “you’re interrupting with nature.”“This is so sad to watch,” she protests. “No, it ain’t…