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Cats are notoriously tricky to train. Here’s how animal handlers get cats to ‘act’ in TV and film.

Annie Reneau – 7/7/2026

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Americans share 11 funny times Europeans couldn’t comprehend the size of the United States

Tod Perry & Upworthy Staff – 7/7/2026

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The ‘Dude Dad’ simple fix for losing friends after 30 is backed by real science

“Men don’t have relationships face-to-face. They have relationships shoulder to shoulder.”

Evan Porter – 7/7/2026

An Army veteran risked it all on ‘The Price Is Right’ and won the biggest single-game prize in 54 years

The fascinating origin story of the hashtag, pound sign, or whatever you call the # symbol

‘Just love it so much’: French woman in the U.S. says this wholesome habit sets Americans apart

Ten-year-old butterfly researcher discovers that memories can be passed down through generations

‘Pajamas,’ ‘checkmate,’ and other common English words you had no idea were Farsi

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A 9-year-old runner came in last place. Her coach’s epic reframe on ‘winning’ is sage life advice.

Emily Shiffer – 7/8/2026

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Comforting ‘Campfire Theory’ is helping people heal from painful friendship breakups

Cecily Knobler – 7/8/2026

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Meet the second-generation immigrants who are helping protect your civil rights.

Sarah Watts – 7/8/2026

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Fan shocks The Rock with vintage wrestling magazines of his grandfather who inspired ‘Moana’s’ Maui

Emily Shiffer – 7/8/2026

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Former ‘Today’ star Dr. Art Ulene attempts world-record summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro for 90th birthday

Former ‘Today’ star Dr. Art Ulene attempts world-record summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro for 90th birthday

“It’s never too early to start. It’s also never too late. I’m living proof of the latter statement.”

Emily Shiffer – 07/07/26

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Backpackers met in the ’90s, felt a spark, and lost touch. A clever plan got them back together.

“This is literally a movie.”

Heather Wake – 7/6/2026

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‘Geriatric Millennial’ reenacts the one voicemail habit people over 35 can’t quit

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‘We can’t beat you up for peace’: Ringo Starr shares a universal message on his 86th birthday

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Man who was mistakenly added to a group chat shares the moment he knew they’d be lifelong friends

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‘Never disagree with anyone’: Behavioral scientist shares conflict-free trick to changing minds

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She told the divorce judge she wanted three things: the car, the dog, and her ex’s Netflix password

Adam Albright-Hanna & Upworthy Staff – 7/8/2026

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Meet the second-generation immigrants who are helping protect your civil rights.

Sarah Watts – 7/8/2026

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Second Chances Farm is where retired racehorses and incarcerated men find healing

Kat Hong – 7/8/2026

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Researchers reveal the surprising No. 1 predictor of someone staying your best friend

Heather Wake – 7/7/2026

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Millennial mom shares 9 nostalgic ways she’s giving her kids a ’90s summer

Emily Shiffer – 7/7/2026

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