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Newsweek
3 days ago
- General
- Newsweek
Tears As Doorbell Cam Captures Mailman Bringing Dog Home for 'Last Time'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. A Wisconsin woman has shared footage of the moment her mailman made his most-heartbreaking delivery: her recently deceased dog. Krysten Klapatauskas, from Wausau, was inconsolable following the sudden death of her beloved German shepherd. "I got Stoli when she was 8 weeks old from a backyard breeding situation and had her for 10-and-a-half wonderful years," Klapatauskas said. Under her guidance, Stoli bloomed, becoming the best dog she could possibly hope to be. "She learned how to track scents and found more than a dozen lost dogs, a few cats and a horse," Klapatauskas said. It is not often that you would describe a pet as a "people person," but Stoli was, in every sense of the word. "She was very protective of her home and her momma. However, she loved everyone she met, especially children," Klapatauskas said. "Stoli's self-appointed job in the house was to herd the three cats. She always made sure where each one was." That is why Klapatauskas has been left feeling so bereft since Stoli's passing: there just isn't another canine out there quite like her. There had been signs something was wrong. On March 12, while out on a walk, Stoli stumbled. "I thought she had a stroke and took her to the ER vet immediately," Klapatauskas said. "Her blood work looked good, and she was diagnosed with a sprained neck." Malachi the mailman brings Stoli the dog home one final time. Malachi the mailman brings Stoli the dog home one final time. TikTok/krysk710 Despite this diagnosis, Klapatauskas said she still felt something wasn't quite right with Stoli, so she sought a second opinion from her regular vet. Again, the blood work came back fine, with her veterinarian putting the issue down to "joint pain." However, everything changed on July 4. "I woke up to find her having trouble breathing. I took her to the ER vet again," Klapatauskas said. "An ultrasound revealed a large tumor on her spleen and her abdomen filled with blood as one of the tumors had ruptured." Klapatauskas was left facing an unimaginable choice: have Stoli put to sleep that day, or have her undergo surgery, which would, at best, give her six more months. "I was not going to put her through that," Klapatauskas said. "She was way too good of a best friend for me to allow that to happen. I knew that I had to be the one to bear the pain of losing her." It is a pain Klapatauskas has found difficult to bear. "She was my heart dog," she said. "She was my constant source of unconditional love and acceptance. She saw me through breakups, a career change, a move and a major medical diagnosis." When a beloved pet like Stoli passes, you aren't just mourning the loss of a four-legged friend, you are mourning a death in the family. That is a sentiment backed up by science. In 2019, a study published in the journal Death Studies concluded there to be "no significant differences between the levels of grief severity" among people experiencing a pet or human death. That is what made the actions of Malachi, Klapatauskas's mailman, so special. Malachi loved Stoli. "If we were on the porch, Malachi would always give her pets," Klapatauskas said. "Sometimes, we would run into him on our walks, and he always came over to say hi." In that sense, it felt right that Malachi would be the one to deliver Stoli's remains to Klapatauskas's house. It was a task he undertook with the utmost love and respect for his old friend. Krysten Klapatauskas sits with her beloved dog Stoli. Krysten Klapatauskas sits with her beloved dog Stoli. TikTok/krysk710 "Malachi had Stoli up front with him when he left the mail center, so she was safe and secure for her last ride," Klapatauskas said. "He brought her to me and said he was so sorry for my loss and knew how much she meant to me." That heartbreaking delivery and the emotional exchange that followed was captured on Klapatauskas's doorbell camera, with the footage later posted to her TikTok @krysk710. At the time of writing, it has been watched almost 3 million times, with Malachi's simple act of kindness touching so many. "We just sat and cried and talked about how much it sucked that she was gone," said Klapatauskas. "He knew it was going to be a very rough time for me, and he chose to sit with me and be a source of comfort. My mom had been on her way to my house and pulled up to Malachi and I sitting on the porch together. I'm thankful he stayed until she got there." There was something so gut-wrenching about seeing Stoli, her big bundle of love, reduced to a small box. "She hasn't fit in my lap since she was a puppy," Klapatauskas said. "That thought broke me." But she wasn't alone at that moment, thanks to Malachi. "His kindness and compassion know no bounds, and he is an amazing human being," Klapatauskas said. "Stoli was a one-of-a-kind dog. I can only hope that my heart allows me to have that type of connection again. For now, I just need to heal."
Time Out
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
This Dumbo rooftop is shaking up $10 frozen cocktails when the weather hits 90 degrees
The weather isn't our favorite pastime to talk about, but we can't help but notice that it is seriously scorching outside. Last Friday marked the first day of the summer season, and boy, she certainly came out of the gate screaming hot, greeting us with 100-degree temps that even broke a 140-year-old record heat. But once again, I don't need to tell you that it is hot—the bead running down your back already has. However, I can tell you that this summertime deal in Dumbo is here to cool you off when high temps rear their ugly head. All summer long, Time Out Market is offering a deal to chill you out. When the weather hits 90 degrees or above, the market hall offers discounted deals on its frozen drink menu, priced from $10-12. Available on both floors including the fifth-floor rooftop, this boozy good deal is guaranteed to keep you cool all summer long. Ice cream lovers will love the Boozy Orange Creamsicle Ice Cream Float ($12). Made with Stoli vanilla vodka, a few scoops of vanilla ice cream, Fanta soda and a swirl of whipped cream, this grown-up twist on a childhood favorite blends creamy indulgence with a splash of spirits. If your idea of summer revolves around having a glass of rose in hand, then Peach Frosé ($10) is for you. Made with Juliette Heirloom Peach liqueur, rosé and a blend of fresh strawberry purée, this frozen keeps things light and fruity. If a marg is more your speed, the zesty Frozen Passion Fruit Margarita ($10) is a fun spin on the original, shaken with Chinola liqueur, Cazadores tequila and floral notes thanks to a splash of Italicus Rosolio di Bergamotto. But if you can down an espresso martini regardless of season, you should most definitely order the Frozen Espresso Martini ($10). Made with Meili vodka and ChocoLat Deluxe Chocolate liqueur, this frozen is supremely caffeinated with a mix of cold brew and coffee liqueur.
Pink Villa
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Did Brad Pitt Demand Angelina Jolie's Private Messages Amid Ongoing Legal Battle Over Winery? Reports Reveal the Truth
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, the former 'it' couple of the industry, have now locked horns in a legal battle. The exes are fighting each other over the Chateau Miraval winery, which they bought together while being married. Previously it was reported that the case will be headed for a 2-week trial. While the dates for the trial are yet to be determined, the movie claimed that the case could get complicated due to the involvement of foreign parties. In the new progress, the F1 actor has not demanded all of his ex-wife's private conversation records regarding the sale of her stake in the french winery. Will Angelina Jolie turn in her chat records in the court? According to the new filings by the lawyers of Brad Pitt, they have asked the actress to turn in her private messages with Stoli Group's Alexey Oliynik. The head of the alcohol company, as per Pitt, has the firsthand information about the sale of Jolie's stake. The filing reads, 'These requests go directly to key allegations about Pitt's objections to the sale.' The Fight Club actor 's attorneys further mentioned that it will 'easily meet the standard for discoverability given Pitt's allegations that Jolie acted with malice in selling to Stoli, a counterparty she knew Pitt opposed.' However, Oliynik refused to make an appearance in the court, stating that he is a native of Switzerland, and he cannot be forced to do so. Meanwhile, the actor's request to the judge came a year after he filed to dismiss Jolie's motion asking him to release his third-party communications over the alleged plane incident of 2016. At the time, the actor's legal team stated that the Maria star 's request was an 'intrusive' and 'sensationalist fishing expedition.' Pitt's lawyers added that the actor 'voluntarily offered to produce documents sufficient to show everything that occurred on the flight that precipitated the ex-couple's divorce—the event that Jolie alleges made Pitt's NDA request so offensive here.' Brad Pitt first filed the lawsuit against his ex-wife in 2022.
Indian Express
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘Desperate' Brad Pitt sees glimmer of hope as one kid keeps his last name; begs for ‘one final shot' amid Angelina Jolie feud
After the F1 high and laying low for a bit post his packed schedule, Brad Pitt is now trying to reconnect with his twins, who, as insiders put it, 'won't call him back.' A Daily Mail report says Pitt, still gutted after his and Angelina Jolie's kids dropped his last name during the legal blow-up, is hoping his lookalike twins, Knox and Vivienne, might spend time with him. People close to him admit he knows it's a long shot, but he's still hoping, even for a one-off meet. This comes just days after Pitt filed fresh paperwork asking for access to Angelina's private messages with Stoli exec Alexey Oliynik. Also read: Brad Pitt's 'F1: The Movie' is a technical masterpiece depicting the high-octane world of Formula One, but lacks emotional weight According to an insider who spoke to the Mail, the actor is 'desperate' to make amends and has reached out, hoping to reconnect ahead of the twins' birthday on Saturday, July 12. But things have been rough between him and the kids for years now. His relationship with most of them went cold after the high-profile divorce from the Maleficent actor in 2016, and only got worse after Jolie's physical abuse allegations. In 2024, Vivienne dropped 'Pitt' from her last name in a Playbill for The Outsiders, and Shiloh followed suit. That move left Pitt devastated, he 'got the message loud and clear,' insiders said. Still, there's one sliver of hope: Knox has kept the surname 'Jolie-Pitt.' That, sources say, gives Brad something to hold on to. Despite all the legal blows, the silence, and even the time Maddox was in a bike accident and Pitt tried reaching out but heard nothing back, he still considers all six of his kids, Maddox (23), Pax (21), Zahara (20), Shiloh (19), and the twins (16), a huge part of his life. A source said he 'wants them all back in the fold' and hasn't given up. Also read: Top 10 highest paid actors in the world feature only one woman; check out the list A second source claimed, 'He will always believe and always hope there is a chance to be back with all of them, and he doesn't want to think otherwise. He doesn't want to give up, he's not that kind of guy, he's not that kind of father. He is a proud father, and he would be happy to have them see that eventually.' Over the years, Brad Pitt has reportedly tried plenty of times to reconnect, but now feels the next move has to come from the kids. As for Angelina Jolie, he seems to have accepted that they'll always be at odds. Earlier, a few insiders claimed Jolie has influence over the kids, one of the big reasons they've stayed away from their dad. The Mr and Mrs Smit co-stars have been embroiled in an ugly War of the Roses-style split, still battling it out in court over Château Miraval, the French winery they bought while married. When it comes to the kids, Pitt keeps things private. But close friends say the whole thing weighs on him. 'So far, there's been no word back from the twins or their reps,' the insider said. 'Now that he and Angie are at odds, and have been for years, he's accepted that that's just how it's going to be with her. But when it comes to the kids, he'll always want to be an anchor in their lives.' 'The divorce may be over,' a source close to him said, 'but Brad still believes there's no real winner here. His biggest regret is not being able to fix things with his children.'
Yahoo
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Brad Pitt Requests Private Messages Amid Angelina Jolie Legal Battle
Originally appeared on E! Online Brad Pitt is taking further steps in his ongoing legal battle with ex Angelina Jolie. Although the former couple—who share kids Maddox, 22, Pax, 21, Zahara, 20, Shiloh, 19, and 16-year-old twins Knox and Vivienne—officially finalized their divorce in December following eight years of proceedings, they are still settling a dispute over Château Miraval, the French winery they previously owned together. Indeed, Pitt filed court documents June 30 seeking to depose Alexey Oliynik, who works for the alcohol brand Stoli Group. Pitt stated in his filing, obtained by E! News, that Oliynik has firsthand knowledge of Jolie's 2021 sale of the former couple's winery to Tenute del Mondo, which is the wine division of Stoli. The F-1 star alleges in his filing that Oliynik has refused to turn over relevant documents pertaining to the sale of the winery. 'These requests go directly to key allegations about Pitt's objections to the sale,' the motion reads, arguing that the request to depose Oliynik meets 'the standard for discoverability given Pitt's allegations that Jolie acted with malice in selling to Stoli, a counterparty she knew Pitt opposed.' More from E! Online Kanye "Ye" West's Wife Bianca Censori Looks So Different With Bold New Hairstyle Wimbledon 2025: Hugh Grant Falls Asleep in Queen Camilla's Royal Box E! News Is Nominated for a Daytime Emmy: See the Complete List E! News has reached out to Pitt and Jolie for comment but has not yet heard back. Pitt's latest filing comes three years after he initially sued Jolie for selling the winery in 2022, claiming in the original documents, obtained by People, that his ex's sale of their former estate was part of a 'vindictive war' against him. Jolie, for her part, countersued the Fight Club actor. In her own filing, she alleged that she had only sold the property because Pitt had tried to get her to sign an NDA as part of his own deal, one that would have barred her from discussing a 2016 incident during which Pitt was allegedly physically and emotionally abusive with his family. Following the couple's filing for divorce, Pitt acknowledged he had abused alcohol during their marriage and became sober. In response to Jolie's allegations, his lawyer said in a statement to NBC News in 2022, "Brad has owned everything he's responsible for from day one—unlike the other side—but he's not going to own anything he didn't do.' The latest request in the proceedings follows Pitt successfully pursuing an order that required Jolie to hand over eight years of nondisclosure agreements last April. At the time, Jolie's legal team said they were 'more than happy' to comply with the order, saying it would only prove that Pitt's NDA that Jolie refused to sign was egregious. 'Common NDAs are simply not comparable to Mr. Pitt's last-second demand to try and cover up his personal misconduct," Jolie's lawyer Paul Murphy said in a statement to E! News at the time, noting that their team was "gratified that the Court acknowledged that the only potential relevance is to the unconscionability of Mr. Pitt's conduct, a now confirmed key issue in this case.' For a deeper look into Pitt and Jolie's family, keep reading... (E! News and NBC News are both part of the NBCUniversal family.) MaddoxPaxZaharaShilohKnoxVivienne For the latest breaking news updates, click here to download the E! News App
