When the raging Hurricane Ian flooded their home, an elderly couple began fearing for their lives. They tried steering clear of the rising waters, but all their efforts were in vain. Thinking it might be their final moments, the woman wrote a farewell message to her daughter.
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News broadcaster Richard Engel, and his wife, Marry Forrest, lost their son Henry to a rare disease. Despite Henry's death, his parents are still proud, knowing that his death would not be in vain.
As muddy water started to creep up the stairs in a 78-year-old woman's home, she quickly took a photo and sent it to her daughter in another city. Hours later, the elderly woman went missing while her worried daughter kept calling her.
As the correspondent announced recently, comedian and host Trevor Noah will depart from The Daily Show soon. The actor also parted from his former lover, actress, and culinary expert Minka Kelly, earlier this year.
Rock and Roll icon Chubby Checker has been married to his wife, a former Miss World, for 58 years. The couple faced racial discrimination at the beginning of their relationship but they remain strong.
The Queen's death caused a shift in the operations of the monarchy, with Prince William now becoming the first in line to the throne and his son Prince George second.
Gracie Elliot Teefey is the younger sister of the famous singer and actress Selena Gomez. The little girl is Gomez's mother, Mandy Teefey's first child from her second marriage.
Sarah Jessica Parker spent the last minutes with her beloved stepfather, who died, leaving his wife of 54 years widowed. A grieving Sarah Jessica Parker and her siblings promised their late stepfather that they'd take care of their mother.
John Molner has been Katie Couric's husband since 2014. Their relationship progressed after they met in 2012, and the legendary news anchor once revealed that she fell in love with her husband at first sight.
Barack and Michelle have spent 30 beautiful years together, but their union almost didn't happen because Michelle thought it was "tacky." They faced more challenges later on when they tried to start a family.
Aiden couldn't believe someone had chosen to abandon innocent twins in the middle of a hurricane. Little did he know that the babies would become a bigger part of his life. Or that their biological mother would show up three years later, revealing the shocking truth.
Ricardo Joel Gomez is mainly known as the father of the famous American singer, songwriter, and actress Selena Gomez. Selena Gomez's father is one of the star's biggest fans and loves showing her off on social media.
Marjorie Taylor Greene's husband, Perry Greene, recently filed for a divorce from his politician wife. The divorce filing sparked a lot of controversy in the public because it occurred following his wife's alleged cheating scandal in 2021.
Leo Robinton was Emma Watson's boyfriend in 2019, to whom she was allegedly engaged. However, it is unsure if the actress and the businessman are still romantically involved.
A hardworking woman turns into an aggressive and impatient boss after her most recent promotion at the store. She gets away with it until insulting and firing an old janitor...
Circumstances lead a rich, spoiled boy who rides to school daily in an SUV to walk. He grumbles over the long route & throws a fit until a boy in a wheelchair shows him the true meaning of 'overcoming obstacles.'
Queen Elizabeth gave a sentimental and sweet nickname to an accessory she inherited from her grandmother. The late Queen's brooch diamonds are older than the world and have a fascinating history.
A poor child who complains to his mother about his leaking boots learns the meaning of true happiness after meeting a new classmate who lost his legs.
An Indiana teen was in the passenger seat while his friend drove the car when a bump suddenly made the driver lose control. Moments later, the teen struggled to push himself out of the totaled car that had flipped over five times.
Chuck Norris may be over 80, but he still recognizes and appreciates those who have sacrificed for him. During his mom's 101st birthday, he honored her for being his number one supporter and leading a prayerful life despite being abandoned by their dad.
Circumstances lead two high school sweethearts never to meet again. One day, 50 years later, the man bursts into tears after identifying his beloved he had lost scavenging for food in a dumpster...
Christina Ricci's husband, Mark Hampton, is a makeup artist and celebrity stylist with whom she shares a daughter. Their personal life remains private with some known details to the public.
Tom Cruise is probably the most famous member of Scientology. the actor was introduced to the church by his first wife, Mimi Rogers. But the actress revealed that their marriage ended because Cruise wanted to become a monk.
A young boy was asleep in the room he shared with his little sister when he smelled something. Then, he woke up to find flames and smoke all around. But instead of running away or surrendering to his fear, he quickly sprang into action, saving the day like a true hero.
When an angry father thought his daughter was about to marry someone undeserving, he didn't hold back in insulting the young man. Over the next several months, he learned secret after secret about his daughter's fiancé, putting his earlier assumptions to shame.
Elizabeth Lyn Vargas was married to her multimillionaire retired businessman ex-husband Bernt Bodal for 17 years, but they were officially together for 20 years before they finalized their divorce in 2020.
Queen Elizabeth did not limit her kindness to the core royals; she was like a grandma to her grandson's wife, Meghan. The Queen was the peacemaker in the family. She was very involved in organizing Harry and Meghan's wedding, but there was a family dispute.
Choosing to open her heart and home to kids in need was always something one San Diego, California, woman hoped to do. Along with her husband, the young woman welcomed a three-year-old into her life temporarily, unaware that it would lead to another blessing and many years of joy.
A janitor meets a lonely little girl on the playground and helps her after she tells him she doesn't have a home, not realizing it will soon turn his life around.
Wanda Bowles is the American actress and producer Dwayne Johnson's sister, who's the eldest among her siblings. Despite her famous sibling, she prefers to live her life away from the spotlight.
The Princess of Wales began her journey into the royal family eleven years ago. During her long-term relationship with William, she was the shy "Waity Kaitie," but now, she is the monarchy's future.
A little girl who defends a helpless beggar from his bullies is startled when one of the gang members creeps outside her house the next evening. He knocks on her window & she knows little of what is in store for her...
The Prince and Princess of Wales once lived a quiet and not-so-dutiful life in their first home in Wales. The home holds special memories, from their time as an engaged couple to first-time parents. The couple has shared their thoughts on their shared experiences in their beloved former home.
Daisy Josephine Sudeikis is the daughter of two famed actors, Olivia Wilde, and Jason Sudeikis. Named after several of her family members from both sides, the young Sudeikis already has some acting credits under her belt.
Tim's father had gone forever, but his words stayed with the boy. Years later, in his moment of hard-earned victory, he didn't expect to hear the name that meant most to him echoing among the crowd.
A small dog's young owner passes away, and he refuses to be parted from his best friend. The cemetery guard takes him home and tells a heartbreaking story
As a child, Lady Louise Windsor once mentioned to her mother, Countess Sophie of Wessex, that people kept telling her that her grandmother was the Queen. She had no idea because her family lived normal lives, and they didn't use their HRH titles.
A boy lies on the couch and plays video games all day instead of helping his mom around the house. Life teaches him a painful lesson and makes him mend his ways after his mother is rushed to the hospital.
Mathew Daddario's wife, Esther Kim, and the actor were able to keep their relationship under wraps for the most part and surprised fans when it was revealed they had secretly wed; the happy couple later welcomed a child together.
It is different being born into the royal family and joining one in adulthood. Camilla, the Queen Consort, Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, and Meghan Markle the Duchess of Sussex understand that all too well.
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A young man down and out on his luck helps a young woman who is being harassed on a dark night. His good deed comes back to haunt him when the police show up at his door
Audrey Elizabeth Schelske is the daughter of famous country music singer and songwriter Sara Evans. The 17-year-old's mother is also an actress, producer, and author, and Audrey has two siblings.
When a young woman attended the funeral of her friend's grandma one day, she was utterly oblivious to what the next couple of hours would bring. A day later, she met with a devastatingly unexpected accident. While lying pale and fragile in the hospital bed, she heard a strange voice.
Jimmy Carter, who served as the 39th president of the United States from 1977 to 1981, is celebrating a milestone today. The former politician turned 98 years.
James Brolin's son Josh just welcomed two daughters in recent years and he is embracing fatherhood on instagram in amusing ways, His father joked about baby sitting his granddaughter at an hourly rate.
Hulk Hogan's girlfriend Sky Daily has piqued fans' interest after the wrestling icon publicized their relationship public. Some may have found the news of the WWE star's divorce from his second wife, Jennifer McDaniel, to be bittersweet in light of his announcement.
A man promised his mother he would care for her house in the forest when she died, and he kept his promise. But years later, he asked his younger brother for help to spruce it up, but he never imagined what his brother planned or what he would reveal.
Before King Charles III married Princess Diana, three women were the most important in his life. He proposed twice to one of the women, Anna Wallace, but the People's Princess wasn't a threat to Queen Consort Camilla, unlike the former, who was a dangerous version of Diana.
Miranda Otto is chiefly known for her role as Éowyn in the famed film franchise "Lord of the Rings" and will be reprising it in a new anime sequel announced earlier this year.
Michael Strahan has been through a lot, including two failed marriages and a very messy divorce. But many years later, the former football player is in a happy relationship and, most importantly, spends quality time with his kids. Here are the details of his ordeal.
