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Loving siblings mistaken for couple explain their bond - Upworthy
Social media creator David Shane makes videos asking couples he encounters to share three things they love about one another. One "couple" he approached at a mall turned out to be brother and sister, but the things they shared about their love for one another revealed a beautiful bond between siblings.
11-yr-old spelling bee contestant giggles at 'sardoodledom' - Upworthy
In the 2007 Scripps National Spelling Bee, 11-year-old contestant Kennyi Aouad was given the word "sardoodledom" to spell and when he repeated it he burst out laughing. As he tried to continue, he kept giggling, and his mirth made everyone else laugh, too.
17 harsh aging truths that people were never 'prepared' for - Upworthy
Many of us feel invincible when we're young, believing we can control aging. However, there comes a moment when we realize it's inevitable. Redditors came together to share harsh truths about aging and here are 17 of the most profound lessons.
When every conversation triggers a song in your head - Upworthy
A viral video from Chrissy Allen nails what life is like for people who have songs pop into their heads during every conversation. A common word or phrase will trigger a song lyric like someone pushing a button on a jukebox. The video has more than 18,000 comments with people sharing that they experience this phenomenon on a regular basis.
Four guys asked their new neighbor if they can walk her dog, and the dog wrote back - Upworthy
When Jack McCrossan, originally from Scotland, moved to Bristol, England with his three friends, they were bummed out to learn that their landlord didn't allow dogs.So when they saw a beautiful black Sheprador (a German Sheppard Lab mix) in their neighbor's window, they knew that had to become buddies with her.
Janitor and cook cared for abandoned nursing home residents - Upworthy
When the Valley Springs Manor assisted-living facility was shut down by the California Department of Social Service in October of 2013, prompting a "chaotic mass evacuation" of staff and residents. Maurice Rowland and Miguel Alvarez refused to abandon the residents who got left behind. They cared for them without pay until help arrived days later.
Singer in hospice gives heartbreaking 'Landslide' performance - Upworthy
Singer Marirose Powell’s final performance in hospice care, singing Fleetwood Mac's “Landslide,” has touched countless hearts on TikTok. Known for performing as Stevie Nicks for over 20 years, she sang the song one last time just a week before passing from cancer, creating a deeply moving moment.
Delivery guy shares his new mental health app on deliveries - Upworthy
Everyone with a dream has to start somewhere. Many people who start their own companies often start out by working on their business while also working another full-time job. One delivery driver who has big dreams has gotten creative with his marketing and one of his customers caught it on video.
Single woman shares 'deal breaker' to get out second date - Upworthy
TikTokker Jo Brundza has a non-traditional way of getting out of a second date. When she realizes she doesn't like the guy, she tries to convince him that the moon isn't real. This revelation is usually too much for the men to take so they don't ask her out again.
Magnet fishing couple finds safe with $100,000 in cash - Upworthy
Magnet fishing became popular during the pandemic, but its popularity hasn't waned in its aftermath. Recently, a couple in Queens, New York found a safe containing around $100,000 while magnet fishing. They have sent the money to Washington, D.C., to be cleaned and to see if it can possibly be spent.
Mom reveals entire family shares the same deodorant stick - Upworthy
It's true that everyone has different hygiene practices but many people feel like certain aspects of personal hygiene should remain personal. Most people would agree that sharing a toothbrush isn't something anyone should do but what about sharing deodorant with the entire house? A mom sparks massive debate.
Grandson surprises his former model grandma with a photoshoot - Upworthy
Content creator Ollie Muhl learned that his grandmother used to be an internationally known fashion model. So he surprised her with a professional photoshoot. The pictures prove that she's still got it, and that older women are beautiful too!
Women give men 13 flirting tips - Upworthy
There are no strict rules for approaching a woman in public if you're interested. In 2024, social norms vary—some women welcome friendly conversation, while others don't. To avoid coming off as creepy, be friendly, respectful, and pay attention to her responses and body language.
6 nostalgic products people are demanding make a come back - Upworthy
Nostalgia can strike at any time, especially when someone mentions something once enjoyed in childhood. Suddenly you're also remembering all of the things that no longer exist. Here's a list of the most missed things from the 90s and 2000s.
Tom Cruise explains how to fix movies looking weird on TVs - Upworthy
Actor Tom Cruise and director Christopher McQuarrie created a PSA in 2018 explaining what causes movies to look so strange on newer TVs and how to change the settings to fix it. The issue is that the default setting on most TVs include a motion smoothing feature that creates an almost too-real "soap opera effect."
Oasis singer rescues dog in Thailand, makes big donation - Upworthy
Last year, a dog was abandoned in Thailand for “not being cute enough.” The Happy Doggo sanctuary, led by Niall Harbison, rescued her. To his surprise, Liam Gallagher, Oasis's former lead singer, adopted the dog, proving even rock stars have a soft spot for rescues.
Viral sibling singing trio Biko's Manna wows 'AGT' audience with cover of "Clearly" by Grace VanderWaal - Upworthy
Musical sibling trio Biko's Manna, hailing from Johannesburg, South Africa, has already taken the internet by storm with outstanding covers of “Stand By Me,” “What Was I Made For,” “Don’t Worry Be Happy” and more. After appearing on “The Jennifer Hudson Show,” they went on “America’s Got Talent," where they performed "Clearly" by Grace VanderWaal.
Happy older couples share their secrets to a good marriage - Upworthy
There's a lot that goes into keeping a relationship going for the long haul, but what about staying happy in that relationship? People on Reddit asked older married couples what their secrets are for staying happily married, and people who've been married between 25 and 57 years shared what they've learned from their relationship experience.
Watch the Bee Gees killer first ever performance of 'Grease' in 1987 - Upworthy
The title track of the 1978 film "Grease," starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John, united three generations and topped the Billboard charts. Written by Barry Gibb and sung by Frankie Valli, it perfectly captures the essence of the ‘50s, ‘60s, and ‘70s. The Bee Gees didn’t perform it live until their 1997 “One Night Only” concert.
Why you should let pets see their owner's dead body - Upworthy
A viral quote has people talking to their loved ones about how to help pets process their death if they die before their pets do: "If I die while I have a pet, let my animal see my dead body, please. They understand death and seeing me dead will allow them to mourn, but if I just never show up one day they’ll think I abandoned them."
Postal carrier had a 'gut feeling' after seeing mail pile up for three days. It saved a life. - Upworthy
Kayla Berridge had been walking her normal 9-mile delivery route in Newmarket, a small town in New Hampshire, when she noticed something unusual.The mail she had been delivering continued to pile up over a matter of days at one resident’s home. The resident was an elderly woman in her 80s, and would occasionally share a chat with Berridge, according to CNN.Berridge told CNN that after noticing the unattended mail pile, she got “a little concerned.”
How an Irish hitchhiker accidentally started the Foo Fighters - Upworthy
When Kurt Cobain died in 1994, the world lost a Generation X icon, and Nirvana's members lost their friend and purpose. Dave Grohl, deeply grieving, fled to Ireland, where a life-changing encounter at the Ring of Kerry helped him rediscover his path.
Mom warns teens about Nokia bringing back flip phones - Upworthy
Smart phones have been an issue for teens since their inception, but with social media being as big as it is, the phones have taken on a life of their own it seems. One mom has a suggestion to help combat these issues with the new Nokia phone and warning teens about the possibilities.
Donations surge after Boston town banned boy’s ice cream fundraiser for special needs kids - Upworthy
Twelve-year-old Danny Doherty of Norwood, MA, started selling homemade ice cream this summer to support his brother's special needs hockey team. Unfortunately, a complaint led to the city shutting down his stand due to state health code violations.
Unexpected history of the word "soccer" has Americans giggling - Upworthy
Americans get teased about certain words all the time from British folks. It's all in jest and Americans give it right back to their older sibling but the origin of the word soccer has some Americans chuckling and seeing red all at the same time.