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In October 2017, 11-year-old Alex Batty set off for what was supposed to be a routine family holiday in Spain. But what started as a simple trip turned into a six-year ordeal when Alex was abducted. He vanished without a trace, leaving his grandmother and legal guardian, Susan Caruana, in anguish. As years passed, the hope of finding Alex began to wane. Who took Alex and why?
Following news of the death of celebrity chef and travel journalist Anthony Bourdain on June 8, 2018, it's important to take a moment to celebrate a life centered around more than food. Anthony Bourdain's life celebrated people and learning.Warning: This article addresses substance abuse, self-harm and suicide.Food Was More Than Nourishment for BourdainAnthony Bourdain on Parts Unknown (Photo: CNN)From the earliest days of his TV career, Anthony Bourdain approached food in a way that was almost singular for his time.It wasn’t just about taste or presentation. And it certainly wasn’t all about fine ingredients. For Bourdain, food was a gateway into other cultures, histories and experiences. Food was a conversation-starter, a means to connect with other people, and a classroom. Food was always a story about a people’s past, present and future. It was political, social and economical. Bourdain always looked at the personal and collected history reflected in a dish or a culture’s cuisine.RELATED: 15 Inspiring Anthony Bourdain Quotes on Life and AdventureWhether it told a story of repression, a prolonged state of poverty or a deep cultural appreciation of a community before individual needs, food told story. And for Bourdain, getting to the heart of that story was the ultimate goal.Anthony Bourdain Was Never Afraid to Look at the Darker SidePhoto Credit: stock_photo_world / Shutterstock.comBourdain was never afraid to look into the mirror, recognize the error of his ways and strive to do better. He acknowledged his years-long struggle with addiction, and his complicity in the macho culture of the food and restaurant scene that allowed predators to go unpunished for years. RELATED: Solo Travel: The Psychological Benefits of a Journey of ExplorationHe also often spoke of his own privilege, and that of most westerners, compared to many of the places his travels took him. Witnessing hunger, poverty and war, Bourdain spoke of the necessity to treat local cultures with respect and humbleness, to partake when invited, but never assume, intrude or glorify. He wasn't afraid to question his own impact on places he visited, and on the people he met. expand=1 site_id=26461365]Anthony Bourdain Was an Ally in the #MeToo MovementAnthony Bourdain and Asia Argento on Parts Unknown (Photo: CNN)As the #MeToo movement spread, and gut-wrenching stories of abuse and assault emerged, Bourdain became one of the strongest and loudest male voices in support of the women who previously suffered in silence.RELATED: How to Travel the World Stress-FreeAs accusations surfaced against fellow celebrity chef Mario Batali, Bourdain immediately cut ties, and minced no words in calling out abusers.Actress and girlfriend Asia Argento was one of Harvey Weinstein’s many victims. When she came forward with her story, Bourdain stood steadfast by her, encouraging her and many other victims, showing unrelenting support.After Argento’s Cannes speech, in which she told a stunned room that Weinstein had sexually assaulted her at the festival’s 1997 edition, Bourdain told IndieWire, “I was so proud of her. It was absolutely fearless to walk right into the lion’s den and say what she said, the way she said it. I am honored to know someone who has the strength and fearlessness to do something like that.”He Encouraged Audiences Not to be Afraid of 'Others'President Obama and Anthony Bourdain, in Hanoi (Photo: CNN)Bourdain relished the opportunity to immerse himself in other cultures, or at least peek behind the door of otherness. He always urged readers and viewers to go out, unafraid, into the world, to meet and learn about different cultures. That's because, at the end of the day, we are all the same.RELATED: Intuitive Eating: A Complete Guide to Eating IntuitivelyWhether it was about enjoying a fusion dish at a five-star hotel, comfort food munched down during an Indian cricket match, or a bowl of noodles in Hanoi with President Barack Obama, the lesson at the end of a day was always remarkably simple: All of us just want to be safe, loved and happy.We all want to enjoy a good meal, drink and good conversation. There's no need to be afraid of each other. We can choose not to be afraid.Do we really want to travel in hermetically sealed popemobiles through the rural provinces of France, Mexico and the Fareast, eating only in Hard rock Cafes and McDonalds?Or do we want to eat without fear, tearing into the local stew, the humble taqueria’s mystery meat, the sincerely offered gift of a lightly grilled fish head? I know what I want. I want it all. I want to try everything once.ANTHONY BOURDAIN, KITCHEN CONFIDENTIALEditor’s Note: Struggling and feeling hopeless? You are not alone. Please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).KEEPING READING: The Top 10 Travel Spots Where Inspiration Meets Destination
The morning after Amanda Leigh Ennis dropped her 3-year-old son, Noah Clare, off at his dad’s house for the weekend she received a concerning call from a family member and feared she’d never see her boy again.The relative told Amanda that her ex, Jacob Clare, had disappeared with Noah and his niece, 16-year-old Amber. Amber had left behind a note stating they were “going on an adventure,” but the family had no idea where they were headed. Every parent’s worst nightmareThe police didn't respond immediately because it was Jake’s time with Noah. It wasn’t until Sunday at 6 p.m., when Jake was supposed to bring back Noah and he didn’t, that the police got involved. Noah was officially a missing person, and an Amber Alert was issued.For 13 days the families were worried sick as authorities searched far and wide with no trace of Jake and the children. Then a total stranger hundreds of miles away spotted them near a state park.Eagle-eyed mom is a heroJulia Bonin saw a man and two children walking near Doheny State Park in Orange County, California as she was dropping her son off at school. The eagle-eyed mom thought the boy looked like the missing child she had seen all over social media, so she turned around, went back to where she spotted them, and called 911.My heart was pounding. I had a strong feeling that it was, but I was questioning my instincts. I was starting to shake.Julia Bonin to Inside EditionSure enough her mom instinct was spot on.Jake was taken into custody and is charged with kidnapping and several charges surrounding the sexual abuse of a minor. As soon as Amanda heard they were found, she jumped on a plane and flew to California where she reunited with her son and tearfully thanked Julia for being a hero and bringing her baby back.It’s been a complete and total nightmare. There were moments where I thought I was never going to get him back.Amanda Ennis to Inside EditionAmanda turned to Facebook to thank everyone involved in bringing back her son. “That Angel. She is our hero,” Amanda wrote in a post. “God led her to Noah and she is the most beautiful, sweet, and loving person who will forever be a part of our lives. She was able to find Noah because of all of YOU! Social media is amazing.” Listen to that little voiceThis story reminds us how important it is to trust our instinct and to speak up if something seems suspicious. Julia wasn’t positive that the boy she saw was Noah, but she listened to that little voice that told her it was, and her actions safely brought him back to his mother.More uplifting stories:Homeless Man Reunited With Long-Lost Family After Shocking Makeover Goes ViralParents Finally Reunited With Their Kidnapped Son After 32 YearsClever Teen’s Quick Plan Saves 11-Year-Old Girl From Being Kidnapped By Her ‘Dad’s Mate’Relentless Dad Finally Reunites With Kidnapped Son After 24 Years Of SearchingTrust your instincts "There’s a moment where you have to choose whether to be silent or to stand up." – Malala Yousafzai
Cody Pine, a student who defended a visually impaired boy against a bully, faced potential backlash from his school for stepping in, which prompted an outpouring of support worldwide.Shocking sight It was lunchtime at Huntington Beach High School when footage captured a visually impaired child being bullied and assaulted by another student. Fellow classmate Grant Morels gave KCAL9 saw it all unfold. "I saw like a half-circle around a group of kids and I wanted to see what was up. I see this kid like getting wailed on by another kid."- Grant Morels, Huntington Beach High School studentA jarring saveSuddenly, Grant's step-brother Cody swooped in and knocked the bully down with a single punch. He then hovered above him asking why he was 'jumping a blind kid.'Shortly afterwards, police arrived and arrested the bully for misdemeanour battery and released him to his parents. Meanwhile, the student who intervened was free to go, but wasn't off the hook. Despite the footage and witnesses, the school said it would still investigate Cody's actions, citing their 'zero-tolerance' policy on violence. “The school is now responding to this isolated incident by interviewing students and witnesses to determine exactly what happened," the district said in its statement.A hero's welcomeThe incident sparked an online petition that has gathered nearly 80,000 responses. The petition stated that 'while violence is never the best option what Cody did to defend his friend and classmate was justified."Commenters flooded the site with words of support.Said one: 'The hero did the right thing. Don't punish a kid for doing the right thing!!!!'"Great job! Our future is in good hands because of young men such as yourself."- Jeff Smith, pettioner'The day you punish people who protect the helpless is the day you've lost humanity. Don't be STUPID!' protested another. Celebrate heroesHuntington Beach student Maya Jensen applauded Cody's courage. "A lot of people are calling him a hero and I would as well for stepping in when no one else did and decide to just film it instead."- Maya Jensen, Huntington Beach High School studentIt's often hard to do the right thing, especially when everyone else is standing by. Courage comes with risks of harm or even job loss. However, Cody decided that the biggest risk was standing by as a helpless friend was being abused. And while violence should never be celebrated, his acting to do what's right should. For more uplifting news:4 Years Ago, He Was Homeless–Today, He Bought His First HousePoor Man Who Missed Job Interview To Save A Life Had Employers Lining Up To Hire HimDomestic Abuse Survivor Marries The First Responder Who Saved Her LifeBrooklyn Landlord Cancels Rent For Hundreds Of Tenants, Setting An Unprecedented Example For Others
As a young girl in Melbourne, Australia, Diane Frick tells the Daily Mail that she was cruelly picked on."I was always a chubby kid and was bullied my entire childhood. The bullies in school made my life hell and I'd get called fat and ugly every day."Bullies frequently called her 'piggy' and said she had pimply skin, frizzy hair and bad clothes.The torment didn't stop there. "They made songs about me and would sing that I was ‘fat to the bone’ to the tune of ‘bad to the bone’,” she recalls. The emotional scars stayed far after she graduated, and although she wasn’t "massively overweight," she was eating poorly and didn’t exercise, leaving her sluggish and depressed. Flexing back Ironically, Frick's turning point occurred on the couch. "I remember I was sick on the couch in late 2018 with the flu and feeling sorry for myself, when I started Googling all the girls I wanted to look like," she recalls. Frick noticed a pattern: They were all bodybuilding competitors. With that, she found a coach who prepped bikini models.She overhauled her diet, cutting out junk food and alcohol, and took up weight training. The changes paid off, as she dropped three dress sizes and trimmed from 34.7% body fat to 12%.As her body transformed and confidence soared, Frick took on a bold new challenge: Entering an Australian INBA (International Natural Bodybuilding Association) event. Frick said that just entering the competition was a win in itself. So for that bullied girl to transform, not only physically but mentally, and be able to stand on stage in a bikini and ask professionals to judge her body is massive.Diane Frick However, when the smoke cleared, Frick was a winner in title too, crowned INBA bikini champion.For someone who spent most of her life hating the person she saw in the mirror, it was surreal. “I never imagined I could be proud of my body. I would always wear clothes that covered everything and was so hateful and ashamed of myself."Use adversity as fuelSince winning her crown, Frick uses her platform to shed light on the effects of bullying, and also to inspire others to use it as fuel.It's true that sometimes you need to be destroyed to rebuild stronger. I'll never forget the way I was treated but it has definitely made me a resilient person.Diane Frick There's no question that bullying is cruel, and it's hard to fathom the suffering that Diane Frick went through.However, there's also a powerful message to her story. Hate and ignorance will be around as long as we're alive. Frick reminds us that we can use those moments to sharpen our focus and determination towards becoming an unstoppable force. More uplifting news:Woman Abruptly Dumped By Fiancé For Being Overweight Gets Ultimate RevengeWoman Brutally Dumped For Being Overweight Gets The Last LaughDomestic Abuse Survivor Marries The First Responder Who Saved Her LifeAbandoned In Dumpster As Baby, He Vows To Make Adoptive Dad Proud – Now He’s A Millionaire
A woman has reunited with her guardian angels almost four decades after their first meeting in a story guaranteed to get you in your feels.ShipwreckedNine-year-old Desireé Rodriguez was on her dad's boat with her parents, aunt, uncle and sister in Catalina Island, Southern California.That afternoon, the weather started to change as fog rolled in. Rodriguez went to sleep in the lower cabin and awoke to her father screaming that their boat was sinking.She and her sister managed to escape through a window and into the ice-cold Pacific Ocean water.In the hours that followed, the young girl watched as her family members disappeared into the ocean one by one.RescuedNearby, best buds Captain Mark Pisano and Captain Paul Strasser were with their friends fishing for yellowtail. Strasser noticed something in the water and realized it was the bow of a boat. They approached and noticed Rodriguez floating in the water. Pisano dove into the water and brought her aboard to safety as the men radioed for the Coast Guard. Sadly she was the sole survivor.The story of Rodriguez's tragic accident along with the captains' brave rescue made national headlines. However, life went on and both the girl and her rescuers sailed their separate ways.Strasser told the Los Angeles Times that while they always thought of Rodriguez, finding her felt like mission impossible."Desiree was a ghost. We saved her, she's out in the world. And that's all we know. We had no clues on anybody that knew how to get a hold of her"- Paul Strasser One fateful podcast That all changed on an episode of "Friedman's Adventures," a podcast on fishing and the outdoors. There, host Phil Friedman had as guests none other than Strasser and Pisano. When the two men recounted their wild aquatic rescue tale, Friedman tells People Magazine that it inspired him to action."My brain was like, 'I'm going to try to locate her.' We've got to finish this story!"- Phil Friedman He needed help. Enter "Friedman's Adventures" listener Pablo Peña.The fishermen's story reminded him of a former co-worker who mentioned being the lone survivor of a boating accident.However, when Pisano said her name, there was no doubt."I was like, holy moly. Wow, this is just surreal," he told People. ReunitedWith Peña helping Friedman find Rodriguez, Friedman planned an unforgettable surprise for the two fishermen. To pull it off, Friedman invited Strasser and Pisano back to the show. However, this time they'd be joined by "Raquel," who was there to translate the episode into Spanish.She sat quietly as the men retold their story at sea. Then, in a moment 35 years in the making, Friedman revealed Raquel's true identity (10 minutes into the episode)."This is not a translator. I'll let her introduce herself to you"- Phil Friedman"I'm Desirée," responded 44-year-old Desirée Rodriguez.Good deeds change lives There wasn't a dry eye on set as everyone shared hugs. They then exchanged memories of that tragic day along with gratitude for finding each other.As an added surprise, Rodriguez's husband and kids also came by the set to thank the men who saved Desirée.Strasser says that they'll forever share a familial bond."I feel like she's sort of our daughter, in a way, because we brought her back to life, even though we never knew each other"- Paul Strasser Whether it's saving someone at sea or giving up your plane seat, kindness makes a lasting impact. More uplifting news:4 Years Ago, He Was Homeless–Today, He Bought His First HouseWoman Loses 140 lbs After Being Denied Entry To Every Rollercoaster RideDomestic Abuse Survivor Marries The First Responder Who Saved Her Life12-Year-Old Accepted Into College Hopes To Work For NASA One Day
Dick Hoyt is a name many of us may not recognize – but most of will recall the image of a man running in marathons pushing his wheelchair-bound son the whole way.The man behind the wheelchairThat man, Dick Hoyt, did this in more than one thousand marathons nationwide, most notably the famous Boston Marathon, and he has been a beloved symbol of fatherly love. He died this week at home in Holland, Massachusetts, of congestive heart failure. He was 80.Hoyt’s son Rick was born in 1962, a quadriplegic with cerebral palsy, and could not control his limbs or speak. “We had long since learned how to interpret our son’s smiles and nods,” Dick Hoyt wrote in his 2010 book, “Devoted: The Story of a Father’s Love for His Son.” “But as good as everyone in the family was about figuring out what Rick needed, we were still only making educated guesses.”-excerpt from "Devoted: The Story of a Father's Love for His Son" Hoyt first pushed his son Rick in a 1977 race and, they did their first Boston Marathon in 1980 with the help of a racing wheelchair. Hoyt was always able to find a way of including his son in the races.Paying it forwardDick Hoyt tried to do for others what he did for his son, and in 1989 established the Team Hoyt Foundation, which currently has chapters across the United States and Canada. The organization “aspires to build the individual character, self-confidence and self-esteem of America’s disabled young people through inclusion in all facets of daily life," according to its website. What an inspiring legacy of family and love that we can all learn from. Rick may have not had the legs to run, but with his father being the legs for him, he really was able to run the distance.More uplifting stories:She Couldn’t Speak English And Only Had $300 – Today, She Took NASA To MarsWoman Miraculously Escapes Kidnapper By Using Emotional IntelligenceGordon Ramsay’s Daughter Is Just Like Him – And He’s A Surprisingly Good Sport About It12-Year-Old Accepted Into College Hopes To Work For NASA One Day
Nowadays, the marriage proposal is almost as exciting as the wedding itself. Boyfriends and girlfriends come up with elaborate plans to surprise their significant other with a memorable moment. But sometimes, we have to marvel at just how elaborate the plan is. This was the case for Nick Boucher, 28, who surprised his girlfriend Emily Weindorf with one hell of a proposal--on a plane, when she least expected it.This is the heartwarming story behind Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton’s true love. Their fairytale started in the most unexpected way!Short Inspirational Biographies of Histories Greatest, The Legends, The Famous, The Unsung Heroes. Life changing and Inspiring Life Stories that will give you a new perspective on some of the world's most legendary peopleMusic Credits: Fearless MotivationWant More Inspiring Life Stories?"">He surprised her on a layoverEmily was coming back home from a 5-week international physician's assistant rotational program in Peru. Sitting on her seat in the plane, she was shocked to see no other than her boyfriend, Nick, walking down the aisle. He then got down on one knee and proposed to her. The two started dating back in June 2019 but Nick knew pretty much right away that he would end up marrying her. I had known pretty early on that this was the girl I was going to marry.Nick Boucher to GMANick planned an elaborate surprise called 'The Gift'Before Emily even left for Peru, Nick already had set his plan in motion. He contacted Southwest Airlines in January 2020 and arranged to surprise her when she would least expect it, inside her flight while on a layover.Because he had anticipated the problem of distance during Emily's stay in Peru, Nick had sent her a bunch of presents along with custom crossword puzzle he came up with himself.Every morning, as part of the bigger puzzle, he sent Emily a clue by email so she could solve one of the questions--each answer was a word or phrase that related to some part of their relationship. The whole plan led up to his incredible proposal."I had no idea it would lead to a proposal," she told Good Morning America. "The notes, crossword puzzle, and videos were all leading up to the word and phrase 'regalo' which means gift in Spanish."I thought I had opened the end of the gift in Peru, but unbeknownst to me, the gift was culminating in the proposal.Emily WeindorfWhen Nick walked up to her on the place, he presented her with a small box that had the word 'Regalo' written on it. When she opened the ring box, that was his cue to drop down on his knee and ask the ultimate question.Of course, she said yes! The couple plans to marry some time in July. But one thing is certain, she'll never forget the proposal.Don't hold back your feelingsSometimes, it's easy to let life turn us hard. Past rejections can make us reluctant to be vulnerable. If Nick has proven anything, is that taking the plunge and showing your love for someone is not always the wrong thing to do. More touching stories:In Preschool, He Told His Classmates He Would Marry Her–20 Years Later, His Promise Came TrueCouple Who Dated As Teenagers Find Each Other Again After 20 Years ApartHigh School Sweethearts Get a Second Chance at Love When She Sees Him Front Row at Her ConcertWorld’s Oldest Couple Reveals the Secrets to Their 80-Year MarriageIt Took These Best Friends 50 Years to Realize They’re in Love
Martin Folsom had a rough start in life. Living on and off the streets for much of his youth, he experienced years of homelessness. Yet, that didn't stop him from accomplishing what most people would never have been able to, were they ever in his situation. Martin was named valedictorian at his high school.This summer, Folsom will graduate from A. Philip Randolph Career Academy in Jacksonville, Florida with a 4.06 grade point average, putting him at the top of his class!He experienced homelessness multiple times--but never gave up"It's been a rocky road," Folsom says in a video with Good Morning America. "Been a lot of hardships but seeing myself here right now, about to graduate and go to college, it feels good knowing all the stuff I've done was worth it."Martin and his mother, Melva, were homeless twice during his high school years. His mother was running away from an abusive relationship. As a result, they had to move a lot. Over the span of two years, they resided in a number of homeless shelters across in 5 different states. Melva did her best to provide a stable home for her son.But throughout these tumultuous years, Martin never lost sight of his goals. He never missed school and is the highest-ranking student in the class of 2020. In fact, he "held on to his title of Valedictorian all throughout high school even when he and his mother found themselves homeless," as reported by WJXT.I never thought to myself like 'I can't do this anymore' or 'I'm done with this.' It's always been well, 'It's happened again and I just gotta keep myself up and keep moving forward.'Michael Fodsom to WJXTMelva also never lost sight of or faith in her son's abilities. "I just kept pushing him to do better, and not necessarily be number 1 but to do better," Melva said.Michael's message to other young peopleNow, Folsom is looking toward the future. He’s experiencing a lot of life in and out of the classroom on the way there. He is president of the Florida Public Safety Association and president of SkillsUSA (a career and technical student organization. He’s also a member of the Beyond School Walls program with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, and has served as class president for the last four years."He's such a special guy, and he's a great student," principal Cathy Barnes told GMA. "He has a big heart for his fellow students, their future and making sure they're an amazing generation."In the Fall, he will attend Valdosta State University in Georgia, and recently landed a mentorship with an actual FBI agent. "He's going to make this happen," Barnes added.Martin's advice to rising students is to "take advantage of every opportunity. You never know where it's going to lead you to, or what you can end up getting out of it," he said."Dream big and think about something that you really want. And think about how good you're gonna feel once you accomplish that."More uplifting news:Single Mom Surprises Son With Backyard Graduation CeremonyTwo Friends Save an Old Man From A Deadly Fire By Climbing the BuildingHikers Finally Found After Surviving 18 Days In WildernessHeroic Uncle Rushes Into Burning Building to Save His NieceNurse Adopts Hospitalized Baby Girl Who Went Months Without Any Visitors
We often come across stories of everyday heroes--a state trooper giving his protective mask to a doctor, a woman getting a third job at a nursing home to stay close to her mother etc. And while these stories are absolutely heartwarming--don't get us wrong!--there are some tales of everyday heroism that are nothing short of mindblowing.This is the story of two friends who would give any Marvel superhero a run for their money--and this without any superpower.The old man was caught with no way outBack in April 2020, a fire of a voluntary nature started in a seven-story building located in Montereau-Fault-Yonne, France. The incident unfortunately caused the death of a mother and her three-year old daughter. The survivors were put through quite an ordeal.One of the victims, an old man, was trapped in his balcony, surrounded by the smoke, with no way out. Fortunately for him, two brace superheroes were there to the rescue.Dombaev Dzhambulat and Ouloubaev Aslan are two Chechen friends who have been living in France for seven and nine years respectively. When Dombaev saw the smoke from a distance, he walked closer."I was doing gymnastics in Square Beaumarchais when I saw smoke coming from a neighboring building," Dombaev told Tellerreport with the help of his wife, who translates for him.When he arrived there, he saw the carnage and heard the screams of the residents. He immediately wondered how he could help.He found an ingenuous solutionHe saw the poor old man who was trapped on his balcony, having difficulty breathing with all the smoke. "I'm scared, I'm scared, I can't walk," the old man told Dombaev.With his friend Ouloubaev's help, Dombaev figured out how to save him. "I then piled up trash cans and went up to him," continues Dombaev Dzhambulat. Since the poor old man was too afraid to walk, Dombaev climbed into his balcony, braving the smoke and fire.He then proceeded to extract him from the smoky balcony, taking him in his arms so he could be safe in the other adjacent balcony, as they wait for the firemen to arrive.It's not the first time he had rescued someone"I saw an old person in the wrong and I did not hesitate to climb. I was not afraid because it is not the first time that I have rescued people, " Ouloubaev Aslan said through his son.And it was the same thing for Dombaev.Everyone asked me the question, but I did not have time to be afraid, I had to go.Dombaev Dzhambulat to TellerreportWhile Dombaev doesn't consider his incredible actions to be heroic--for him, it was the normal thing to do--the residents warmly applauded the two men for their bravery.The one thing Dombaev hopes for is to obtain his residency in France, where he has been working as a mechanic for years. “I've been dreaming about this for 7 years, all I want is to live as a simple person. "We're not all like Dombaev, but we can still make a differenceYes, not all of us are capable of climbing a building on fire and carrying a victim in our arms across a balcony. But there are other ways in which we can save each other, when we see someone who needs help. Small or large, incredible or mundane, any act of kindness or help counts.More inspiring heroes:Hikers Finally Found After Surviving 18 Days In WildernessHeroic Uncle Rushes Into Burning Building to Save His NieceNurse Adopts Hospitalized Baby Girl Who Went Months Without Any VisitorsBrave Chaplain Runs Into Burning Notre-Dame to Save Priceless Relics
