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Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
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Video: Dog & Cat Are So in Sync They Might Trick You Into Thinking They're Twins
A heartwarming video of a dog and a cat sibling showed them so in sync that it may trick some people into thinking they are twins. Diesel, a Doberman, and his feline sibling, Wasabi, have been dubbed 'all-time iconic duo' because of their identical behaviour. The duo's latest video compilation put their sibling dynamics on display and detailed their similar reactions in different situations. Doberman and cat have the same poses in adorable Instagram video Diesel, a dashing dog, and his sweet cat sibling, Wasabi, showcased peak twin behavior in their recent video. The compilation gave a glimpse of the duo's precious bond, showing how in tune they are with each other. Diesel and Wasabi's owner wrote over the Instagram Reel, 'My dog and cat aren't twins,' and added, 'But they sure move like they are.' The video compilation began with a clip of Diesel and Wasabi sitting by the window. At one point, the siblings moved their heads in unison to watch something. While they looked in different directions, it was how they turned at the same time and in a similar manner. In fact, Diesel and Wasabi looked straight ahead in unison again. The owner, too, highlighted in the caption, 'It's the way they turn their heads for me.' The following clip, too, showed the furry siblings watching out the window on a sunny day. The highlight was that Diesel and Wasabi were standing by the sill in exactly the same way, watching in the same direction, and turning right at the same time. The clips continued to capture the dog and cat duo in similar moments. Whether it was Diesel and Wasabi standing around the house or taking a walk outside, they'd stand still and observe their surroundings in an identical manner. Meanwhile, netizens can't stop gushing over the siblings' twin behavior in the comments section. One wrote, 'These two are an all-time iconic duo.' Another sweetly added, 'Brother from another mother.' The post Video: Dog & Cat Are So in Sync They Might Trick You Into Thinking They're Twins appeared first on DogTime. Solve the daily Crossword
France 24
2 days ago
- General
- France 24
Adopted in US, Greek Cold War kids find long-lost families
Always knowing she came from Greece, she rediscovered her long-lost sister Sophia, who lives in the Athens area, and regained her Greek nationality two years ago. Connecticut-based Robyn goes by the name of Joanna when in Greece. There's just one snag. Her sister Sophia only speaks Greek, so the siblings communicate through an online translator tool. "What hurts me the most is not being able to have a conversation with Sophia," the 68-year-old told AFP. At the close of the Second World War and a brutal occupation by Nazi Germany, Greece was consumed by civil strife between royalists and communists that saw fighting continue until 1949. With thousands of Greek families plunged into disaster and poverty, an adoption movement gained momentum in the 1950s and 1960s, which saw babies and children sent abroad for adoption, mainly in the United States. Gonda Van Steen, director of the Centre for Hellenic Studies at King's College London, told AFP that Greece "was the main country of origin of children adopted in the US in the early 1950s". "American childless couples were willing to pay any price for a healthy white newborn," said Van Steen, who has conducted extensive research and authored a book on the subject. Greek-American Mary Cardaras campaigned for years so that children born in Greece, who are now in their sixties or seventies, could retrieve their birth nationality. "What followed (the first adoptions in Greece) was a tsunami of international adoptions," she said, citing in particular China, Vietnam, Russia and especially South Korea, where at least 140,000 children were adopted by foreign parents between 1955 and 1999. 'A better life' In Greece, the biological mothers of adopted children were often impoverished widows, some of whom had been raped, or faced social stigmatisation for having a child out of wedlock. "They saw no other solution than to give the child away for him or her to have 'a better life'," Van Steen said. Greece simplified in May the process of obtaining birth documents to specifically enable individuals adopted until 1976 to regain Greek nationality. On the terrace of an Athens café, Bedell Zalewa proudly pulls her Greek passport and identity card from her handbag. Even though she had her adoption certificate -- not all children did -- she began the process well before new regulations were implemented and had to wait a long time before regaining Greek citizenship. "I always knew I had been adopted in Greece," said the pensioner who was born in Messini, in the Peloponnese region, before being adopted in Texas. "What I've wanted my entire life is to find my family," said Bedell Zalewa, her eyes welling up. Her story is one of a tenacious search for one's roots. Bedell Zalewa found her brothers and sister and even met her biological mother before she passed away. As the youngest of five, she was apparently given up for adoption because her widowed mother was too poor to raise her. The ties she has forged in Greece encourage her to stay there whenever she can. Cardaras, the retired journalist who was adopted in the Chicago area and lived for a long time in California, also always knew that she was of Greek origin. She kept her Greek birth passport, which was originally revoked when she left the country as a baby. Faces on the street When she returned to her native country for the first time on a summer vacation in 1972, she remembers looking "at every woman's face" on the street. "I wondered... if she was my mother," she said. Everything felt familiar to her: "The smells, the atmosphere, I was completely at home." "But it was only when my (adoptive) parents died that I really began to question the first months and years of my life," Cardaras said. Now settled in Athens, she is taking Greek classes and is making progress in understanding her native language. Better access to Greek nationality constitutes a deeply emotional breakthrough for adoptees with fragmented backgrounds. One of them recently shared their experience on social media. "At 12:47 PM Greek time, I received a message announcing that I am now reinstated as a Greek citizen! I am overwhelmed with emotion, thrilled, and on cloud nine!" Stephanie Pazoles wrote on Facebook.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Teen's Grandma Gifts Her a Brand New Car. Her Parents Want Her to Sell It to 'Make Things Fair' for Siblings
When her grandmother gave her a brand-new RAV4, one teen was thrilled, until her parents demanded she sell it to make things fair for her siblings A teen seeks advice from the Reddit community following a family dispute over a brand-new car her grandmother gifted her. In a post titled 'AITA for not returning the car my grandma got me,' the 18-year-old explains the complicated situation between her, her siblings and her parents. 'When my brother got his permit, my grandparents bought an almost new Prius and said it would be for both of us to share,' she writes. However, things didn't go as planned once she got her own license. She recalls that she was 'barely able to drive the car,' and when she finally got her license, her parents gave her 'a 12 year old civic because it would be too difficult for us to share a car.' She says it was all her parents could afford at the time, but her grandparents were not happy about how things turned out. 'My grandma said she picked that car out specifically for me,' the teen writes, adding that she has always been her grandmother's favorite because she's 'the only one that spends time with her or helps her out.' Her grandparents were disappointed that the original plan for the shared Prius didn't work and promised they would 'fix it' when she turned 18. Now 18, the teen says her grandma recently asked her what car she wanted. 'I told her I wanted a RAV4,' she writes, and just a week later, her uncle delivered a brand new RAV4 Hybrid to her driveway. The teen says the car means a lot to her emotionally as well. 'When I'm having a rough day I literally just go out and sit in the car. It's like my safe space,' she shares. However, her new vehicle sparked jealousy and tension within the family. Her parents believe the situation is unfair, saying there's 'a huge disparity between our cars.' Her grandmother, however, isn't backing down. She told the teen's parents that 'it wouldn't have happened if they would've either had us share the car or sold it and gotten us equal ones.' The teen says her brother is now pushing their parents to trade in his car for something similar to hers. But their parents, unable to afford such a car, are turning to her and asking her to sell the RAV4 and 'get something 'more appropriate' to make things fair.' Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. 'I'm refusing because it was a gift from my grandma and I love it,' she writes. But her parents are not happy with her stance, and they're calling her 'self centered' and accusing her of not thinking of her siblings. The teen also notes that her 15-year-old sister isn't getting a car at all, which adds another layer of pressure. Still, her grandmother remains firm in her support, telling her, 'you deserve the car and they all suck.' Despite her grandmother's reassurance, the teen admits she's starting to feel conflicted. 'I'm starting to feel bad,' she says, before asking the community, 'AITA for not selling the car?' In the comments, one Redditor points out the root of the issue: 'Sounds like your brother made no effort to share the Prius and your parents didn't sell it and split the money.' They added that since the family 'went back on the deal, your grandparents made it right.' Read the original article on People Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Back-to-School Season is Tough for Younger Siblings at Home—How to Ease The Transition
Reviewed by Nicole Amoyal Pensak, PhD It's inevitable at our house that when older siblings head back to school, the younger ones will cry inconsolably. For hours, days and weeks even, they moan about missing their best buddies, and struggle to adjust to the new routine. The vibe is grief over the loss of languid, relaxed mornings spent eating cereal and giggling with their now-school-bound big sisters and brothers. Then, comes the question that all parents dread: 'What can I do?' On repeat, I'll hear this frustrating phrase, which suggests that they need to be entertained by the second-best choice in the house—mom or dad—intermixed with demands to know when the other kids are returning home. Back-to-school season is just as dramatic for younger siblings, who aren't off to the classroom as it is for the older kids who are, and draining on us parents, who often become the default playmates once the school bus pulls away. Helping Kids With Challenging Feelings The best way to deal with big emotions younger sibs experience come autumn is to acknowledge and validate the feelings according to Elie Hessel, PhD, Pediatric Psychologist with Nemours Children's Hospital in Florida. Indeed, when kids experience difficult emotions, it's important for parents to let them know that those feelings are normal, and that the trusted adults in their lives are here to help. 'Let them know it's OK to feel sad or even jealous, and that you are there to support them,' Dr. Hessel says. 'This encourages them to come to us when they are struggling with hard emotions and helps them feel safer or less overwhelmed by emotions, which ultimately facilitates better coping.' Using simple language to name the feelings, like 'sad' or 'lonely' can also help, according to Alyssa Mairanz (LMHC-D, DCBT), Founder of Empower Your Mind Therapy. Carve Out a New Routine It's normal to focus on helping older kids adjust to their routines for a new school year, leaving little ones somewhat left out. But creating a routine for them as well gives younger siblings something to look forward to, can help their transition, and fill them with a sense of purpose while their brother or sister is at school. 'Remind them of the fun things they will get to do themselves, and the ways they will be occupied, ideally creating something new or different for them on those days,' Dr. Hessel suggests. Meanwhile, when your kids have a sense of structure, and know what to expect from their day, they will be less inclined to whine when they are bored, or continually ask when their sibling is returning home. Activities to Stimulate and Engage Younger Siblings One method for helping your little one feel less left out is to arrange standing playdates. Mairanz suggests connecting your child to other younger siblings who understand how they feel. Another idea is to play school with your child. This activity can help a younger sibling feel like they are a big kid, too. Mairanz points parents to free print outs, coloring books, and other resources available online. For parents who work, and can't play school for hours on end, or tote tots to daily playdates, experts agree a small amount of undivided attention for your child each day can go a long way. 'Even five to ten minutes [together] can help them feel seen, heard, and safe,' says Mairanz. Take time out to bond, even while doing household tasks like walking the dog or eating lunch. There's one caveat. 'Kids need independent play and shouldn't be hovered over at every minute!' Mairanz says, Likewise, she says some screentime is alright, with the American Academy of Pediatrics saying that kids between 2 and 5 can engage in up to one hour per day. Tips for Creating a New Routine for Little Kids Here are some ways to make the new routine settle in more easily for the entire family: Set aside time for yourself. Make sure you also take opportunities to enjoy your day, be it during naptime or after the kids go to bed, so you'll be less likely to feel on edge if you're the default playmate for six hours a day. 'Parents should also take breaks on the weekends and evenings that are actually breaks,' advises Dr. Hessel. That may mean getting out of the house for even an hour so you get some alone time to quiet your buzzing mind—but no matter what, being intentional about downtime sans kids means that when you get home, you're in a better mindset to actually engage with and care for them. Connect with a missed sibling. When a child is really lonely without big bro or sis, Dr. Hessel recommends involving them in an activity that helps them feel connected. 'They can do an art project to give to the sibling when they arrive home. Or prepare an afternoon snack to bring to the sibling at pick up time,' she suggests. Other ideas include arranging stuffies in a cute way on the sibling's bed as a surprise and making a picture or note for the sibling's lunch. Talk about the older sibling's schedule. Perhaps the unknown is what feels unsettling for the child left behind. Having their big bro or sis explain what they do while they're not home may help ease some anxiety. Let littles help. 'Kids love to be helpful and want to be a part of what you're doing,' says Mairanz. That letting them use your printer to make copies of a favorite page from a picnic book, or helping prep their siblings lunches for the next day. Talk up moments of reunion. When big kids come home from school at last, Mairanz says, 'encourage shared playtime so they can appreciate each other and the time they have to play together.' Read the original article on Parents Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kate Hudson Says She and Son Ryder ‘Leaned on' Brother Oliver ‘Without Me Even Having to Ask' amid Chris Robinson Divorce
Kate Hudson can always count on her brother Oliver Hudson. The two answered fan-submitted questions on the Monday, July 21, edition of the Sibling Revelry with Kate Hudson and Oliver Hudson podcast, when one listener asked them to describe a moment in their life during which they really "leaned on each other." While Kate, 46, said she feels it happens "often," the "biggest time was in divorce." The PEOPLE Puzzler crossword is here! How quickly can you solve it? Play now! "For me, with you in my divorce with having Ryder and being a working mom, I felt like you really stepped up without me asking," Kate told Oliver. She and her ex-husband, Chris Robinson, were married from 2000 to 2007 and share a son, Ryder Russell Robinson, 21. "It's just that you just stepped up as Uncle Ollie and was really there for us and Ryder. I think that period of time, you really stepped up for me without me even having to ask for it," Kate continued. "In reflection, you were so stable for Ryder and myself." The Running Point star noted that two "created fun times with the kids." In addition to Ryder, Kate is also a mom to Bingham "Bing" Hawn, 14, with ex-fiancé Matt Bellamy. She shares Rani Rose Hudson Fujikawa, 6, with her now-fiancé Danny Fujikawa. For Oliver, 48, there are "micro leanings" that happen between him and his sister all the time. 'There's little things that happen. It's not these big catastrophic events where it's like, 'Here, put your head on my shoulder.' It's the little things," he said. In a June 2024 conversation with PEOPLE, Kate opened up about her blended family, expressing that they are "very connected" and are "very close." 'Love can change form. It's interesting when you have that modern family; there's so much love for all the kids," she said. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. 'I think the thing that's so unique about my life is that in this very patchwork family, we all have figured it out … The kids feel like they have this huge family,' continued Hudson, adding that her exes' daughters and Rani 'are like sisters … There is something that has been able to be nurtured in our family that is personally what I think is, it's very rare." Read the original article on People
