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Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
‘Everything lost,' Texas dispatcher loses home to fire
MARSHALL, TX. (KTAL/KMSS) — East Texas dispatcher and mother of two says she lost everything after her home tragically burned down. 'Office said Kierra Wilbert has been a dedicated servant to our community, ensuring our safety and well-being as a dispatcher. Now, it's our turn to rally around her in this time of need,' according to the Harrison County, Marshall, Texas Sheriff (HCMTSO). According to Wilbert's GoFundMe, on May 27, the fire department assessed the damage and deemed her home and everything in it a 'total loss.' 'This is very tragic as she is a very hardworking single mother who had just started her own business. Thankfully, she wasn't in the house, and her sons were at her mom's house. She is never one to ask for anything, but I am asking for help for her,' says the best friend and fundraiser organizer. The Wilbert family needs monetary donations to help rebuild and provide clothes for her two sons. The fundraiser goal is $50,000. Wilbert's workplace, HCMTSO, says they are working on ways to help Wilbert rebuild. Monetary donations can be made at Texas Bank & Trust(Marshall) in a donation account in Kierra Wilbert's name. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Newsweek
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Dachshund Desperately Waiting 'In Line' To Greet Owner After Work Delights
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A dachshund has delighted viewers on Instagram by taking the saying, good things come to those who wait, to heart, after waiting patiently in line behind their canine sibling to greet their owner. The viral moment had been captured by the dachshund duo's owners, Nick and Jina, and shared to the platform under @ on March 9. The short video showed one half of the New Jersey couple, Nick, arriving home and immediately scooping up Amber, their 9-month-old miniature dachshund, who enthusiastically showered him with kisses. As she wriggled with joy in his arms, a second miniature dachshund, Wilbert—just 5-months-old—was filmed waiting patiently in the background, held in Jina's arms. The post has since drawn over 334,000 likes, sparking laughter on Instagram where viewers were charmed by the clip's pure-hearted hilarity. "It means so much to us that this little moment resonated with so many people online," Jina, who would prefer to keep her full identity private, told Newsweek. "We are touched by the love, laughs, and heartwarming comments the video has received." Viewers watched as Nick lovingly set Amber down to reach for Wilbert, who practically melted into his embrace, emitting what Jina described as his signature squeaky "happy noises." From left: Nick hugs his dachshund Wilbert in a viral Instagram video; and Wilbert with his canine sibling, Amber, sitting outdoors. From left: Nick hugs his dachshund Wilbert in a viral Instagram video; and Wilbert with his canine sibling, Amber, sitting outdoors. @ An overlaid text on the video added more context: "When you have to wait in line to greet your dad coming home from work." For the recently-engaged Gen Z couple, the clip captures one of their most treasured daily rituals. "It is one of our favorite parts of the day—coming home to our pups," Jina, who lives in New Jersey, said. "No matter how long or tiring the day has been, they make the moment we walk through the door feel like a celebration." Despite how adorable as their queuing system appears, it is also part of a well-practiced strategy. In their small, narrow entryway, the overwhelming excitement of two dachshunds leaping up and down together can easily result in what the couple affectionately refer to as "happy pee." In an effort to curb the chaos, Jina and Nick started having Amber and Wilbert greet them one at a time—and it has since worked. Jina said that the pair "did great," when they were first introduced to waiting in line and have since got used to the rule. She added that the dachshund duo have bought "endless affection and energy" into their lives with their loyal and quirky personalities. "Wilbert's vocal joy is completely heart-melting and always brings a smile to our faces," she said. While the viral video only shows a fleeting moment, the couple said their doggy greetings often go on for 10 minutes or more—an extended, joyous reunion at the end of every day. Plenty of viewers online shared that they could relate to the enthusiastic welcome Nick received. "The best dogs and the best sounds," one viewer said, while another added: "This is the stuff that keeps me going." "I have to wait in line when my husband comes home," another commented. "Molly will push her way through to make sure she's first!" The post's popularity has only added to the joy the canine duo bring their owners. For Jina and Nick, who started documenting their dogs' antics simply to share a little happiness online, the positive response has been unexpected and moving. "It is amazing how something so simple can brighten someone else's day—and we are grateful to be part of that," Jina said. Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Al Bawaba
22-04-2025
- Politics
- Al Bawaba
From Doha to Havana: Georgetown Student Wilbert Fils Pierre-Louis Advances Cultural Diplomacy on the Global Stage
When Wilbert Fils Pierre-Louis stepped onto the stage in Havana at the 'International Seminar on Cultural Diplomacy,' he wasn't just presenting a paper; he was carrying Haiti's legacy and Georgetown University in Qatar's commitment to global citizenship.A third-year student of International Affairs at GU-Q, Wilbert traveled to Cuba to participate in the diplomacy seminar hosted by the Instituto Superior de Relaciones Internacionales (ISRI), Cuba's premier diplomatic academy. His paper, "Beyond Borders: Haiti's Cultural Diplomacy and Its Global Impact," was among a select few accepted for presentation.'I felt like I was representing more than myself,' Wilbert said. 'I was speaking on behalf of a country often misrepresented, and a university that pushes students to think beyond boundaries.'In his presentation, Wilbert argued that Haiti's revolutionary history, rich artistic heritage, and vibrant diaspora are untapped resources in reshaping the country's global image, proposing a model for Haiti to leverage cultural assets as a tool for strategic InterviewWilbert's insights and passion for cultural diplomacy also caught the attention of national media. During the seminar, he was interviewed by Cubavisión Internacional, one of Cuba's leading international television channels. His comments, broadcast across the region, touched on the growing role of emerging technologies like AI in shaping global narratives and strengthening soft power.'It was surreal,' Wilbert reflected. 'To be asked to speak on Cuban national TV showed me that ideas matter, even across languages and systems.'(Photo: Still from Wilbert's interview on Cubavisión Internacional)Preparation for SuccessWilbert's insight into Haiti's cultural diplomacy emerged from research for his Culture and Politics major and his hands-on experience as an intern at the Embassy of Haiti in Qatar. He credits the course Cultural Diplomacy: Policy and Practice as foundational to his thinking.'Dr. Nadine Ghamloush, professor of Diplomacy and the Art of Negotiation, always emphasized connecting the classroom to the real world,' he said. 'That mindset shaped this research.'(Photo: Wilbert presenting at the ISRI seminar)Wilbert's academic focus blends international relations, history, and cultural analysis, a combination he says prepared him to write and defend the ideas in his paper.'I want my work to connect lived experience with academic inquiry,' Wilbert said. 'Diplomacy isn't just what happens between governments, it's also what happens between people.'Diplomacy in PracticeWhile in Cuba, Wilbert also had the meaningful opportunity to reconnect with his former mentor from the Embassy of Haiti in Qatar, Vichy De La Fayette Thibeaud, who now serves as Interim Chargée d'Affaires. During his internship in Qatar, Wilbert gained essential knowledge and insight for his research by shadowing Ambassador Thibeaud's work supporting Haitian expatriates and representing Haiti at cultural exhibitions.'Seeing my mentor in Cuba was a full circle moment,' said Wilbert. 'We talked about her current work organizing dialogue and facilitating academic exchange, and she reminded me that diplomacy isn't just about statecraft, it's about showing up, being present, and creating meaningful partnerships over time.'Wilbert also had a chance to tour the city's museums and historic neighborhoods, thanks to his embassy hosts. 'Havana itself felt like a museum,' he said. 'Every corner had sculptures, murals, or some visual story being told. One Cuban student told me, 'Our streets teach history more than our books.' That stuck with me.'(Photo: Public sculpture in central Havana, taken during Wilbert's tour)Looking AheadWilbert is now back in Doha, applying what he learned in Havana to ongoing research and continuing to explore diplomacy, cultural policy, and international cooperation.'This experience made me realize that youth can lead in redefining diplomacy,' he said. 'We're not just preparing for the future, we're already shaping it.'(Photo: Wilbert with fellow seminar participants and Cuban students) Now celebrating its 20th Anniversary in Qatar, GU-Q is committed to preparing the next generation of research-informed leaders and decision-makers.
