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(L) A newspaper clip about an abandoned baby; (R) Officer Hegedus-Stewart with Lt. Eyster – Photo credit: Ashley O’Chap via South Bend Police Department

Culture, Generations

He found an abandoned newborn in a box and called him “Baby Jesus.” Twenty-four years later, the phone rang with an answer he never expected.

Adam Albright-Hanna

3/21/2026
Youth-led party for community engagement, MEDEA, Tanzania Captured by James Roh for Pura

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Culture, Education, Empowered Women, Equality, Family, Identity, Modern Families

The next generation of female leaders has arrived. Here’s how they’re making sure they (and every girl) get a chance to learn.

Sarah Watts

3/8/2026
Representative image: The officer made a bigger difference than he knew. – Photo credit: Canva

Family, Parenting

Cop rescued baby, 24 years later, he was stunned after learning the child’s identity

Upworthy Staff

11/14/2025