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Adoptees Attach Nametags at Omma Poom Park
Dozens of Korean adoptees fastened ceramic nametags at Omma Poom Park in South Korea. Each tag includes their name, birth year, and birthplace to aid reunions with birth mothers.
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Sidibé Teaches Free Surfing Lessons in Côte d’Ivoire
Souleymane Sidibé offers free surfing classes to children at Badro Beach through his nonprofit. Students must first learn to swim, addressing safety concerns and cultural fears tied to Mami Wata.
Dog Rescued After Swimming to Snapper Island
A dog swam 800 meters to Snapper Island after being swept off rocks at Batemans Bay. Volunteers rescued it near Smugglers Cove and took it to a veterinarian for cut paws.
Restored Bull Mosaic Prompts Criticism For Missing Testicles
The restored Rampant Bull mosaic in Milan reopened without clearly visible testicles, drawing public criticism. Restorer Gianluca Galli said the popular heel-spinning ritual caused significant damage to the 19th-century artwork.
Roundhouse Study Finds Youth Lack Creative Spaces
A Roundhouse-commissioned study finds 87% of young adults feel they have fewer in-person opportunities for creativity and connection than prior generations. Most cite a shortage of safe community spaces as a key barrier to building confidence and relationships.
Chen Jiao Styles Visitors as Ancient Empresses
Chen Jiao transforms visitors into imperial-era figures near Beijing’s Forbidden City. She is among hundreds of artists fueling a historical costume trend inspired by Ming and Qing dynasties.
South Korea Sees Matchmaking Boom During Fertility Rise
South Korean local governments expanded matchmaking programs and marriage incentives in 2025 as births and fertility rose slightly. These efforts address economic and social barriers to marriage, which remains closely tied to childbirth in the country.
Havana Barbers Offer Free Weekly Grooming
Barbers in Havana provide free haircuts and shaves each Thursday in a city square. The service aids residents amid rising costs and trains apprentice barbers like Miguel Alexis Pedroso Valladare.
Donald Trump Jr. Marries Bettina Trump in Bahamas
Donald Trump Jr. married Bettina Trump in a private ceremony in the Bahamas. The couple shared a wedding video showing intimate moments and family attendance.
Vivid Sydney Cancels All Drone Shows After Failures
Vivid Sydney canceled all remaining drone shows after 83 drones crashed into Darling Harbour. The operator cited an unexpected radio frequency change affecting navigation, with no public risk.
Albino Buffalo Nicknamed Trump Spared from Sacrifice
An albino buffalo nicknamed Donald Trump was spared from ritual slaughter in Bangladesh. Authorities cited security concerns and public interest in the animal's unique appearance.
Adler Reunites With Biological Mother in Chile
Kyle Adler reunited with his biological mother, Ana Maria Navarrete, in Chile after learning he was stolen as a baby. Navarrete seeks justice for his illegal adoption and hopes those responsible face jail time.
Cambodians Perform He Neak Ta Ritual for Good Fortune
Hundreds of villagers in Phum Boeung perform the He Neak Ta ritual to pray for rain and prosperity. Participants wear traditional costumes and offer food at the guardian spirit’s shrine during the ceremony.
Michelin Guide Ends Green Star for Eco Restaurants
Michelin Guide will retire its green star award for eco-friendly restaurants at year-end. Restaurants losing the accolade expressed disappointment about the change and lack of prior notice.
Wang Pours Juice on Man's Cigarette in Shenzhen Arrest
Hilda Wang poured juice on a man's cigarette at a Shenzhen bus stop and recorded it. Both were detained after the man threw the cup, and the smoker was fined for violating no-smoking rules.
Zeiter Expands Bakery to Serve Thousands Daily in Beirut Camp
Soubhiye Zeiter has grown her bakery to produce up to 3,500 mana'eesh daily for displaced families in Beirut. She operates the stand with community donations and volunteers while living in a displacement settlement.
Salameh Leads Everest Expedition With Gaza Kite
Mostafa Salameh leads an Everest expedition to raise funds for Gaza children. Salameh stayed at base camp due to frostbite while the team reached the summit with kites carrying messages.
Eberle Wins Best in Show at 2026 Chelsea Flower Show
Sarah Eberle wins Best in Show for a garden representing rural England at the 2026 RHS Chelsea Flower Show. She is one of three solo women designers to achieve this award in the show's history.
Matsumoto Publishes Book on Zen Cleaning Practice
Shoukei Matsumoto releases a book on Zen-inspired household cleaning called Habitat Care. A psychologist notes the practice's connection to mental health through routine and structure.
Mourners Perform Luo Mourning Rituals at Kenyan Funeral
Professional mourners completed traditional Luo rituals at Tom Ochieng Mima's funeral near Kisumu, Kenya. Francis Oyoo, a mourner, said empathy is required and he earns about $80 per job.
Nearly 2 Million Muslims Prepare for 2026 Hajj Pilgrimage
Muslims worldwide prepare for the Hajj pilgrimage starting May 25, 2026. The event includes religious rites such as circling the Kaaba and stoning pillars in Mina.
Paris Hosts Modest Fashion Week at Hotel La Marois
Paris Modest Fashion Week featured satin tailoring and full-coverage eveningwear at Hotel La Marois. Think Fashion CEO Ozlem Sahin said the event marks modest fashion's role in the global industry.
Princess Catherine Tours Italy to Study Early Childhood Education
Princess Catherine travels to Reggio Emilia, Italy, for a two-day tour on early childhood education approaches. She recently announced her cancer is in remission and continues to focus on recovery and her foundation work.
Pope Leo XIV Visits Pompeii Sanctuary by Helicopter
Pope Leo XIV travels to Pompeii to mark Our Lady of Pompeii feast and his papal anniversary. He prays at the sanctuary and meets with sick people cared for by a local charity.