Cedar Connell was diagnosed with an aggressive type of blood cancer at just 15 years old. He and his sister took inspiration from his hospital stays to launch a unique fundraiser for cancer research.
Impressive.
Dogs can provide stress relief in canine tele-therapy, according to new study
Researchers set out to discover whether therapy dogs’ mental health support could apply beyond a screen.
Source: Dogs can provide stress relief in canine tele-therapy, according to new study
Love it. (Though it sounds similar to a day on my TikTok feed. 
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1,500 bikers show up to escort motorcycle-loving teen to prom
The bullied teen was “over the moon” when around 1,500 kind bikers showed up.
Source: 1,500 bikers show up to escort motorcycle-loving teen to prom
Wow.
Bird lovers flock to adopt parrot who is ‘rated R, parental advisory required’
Animal shelter employees were enjoying a rare quiet moment in the lobby when a yell came from a room designated for small animals: “Shut the f— up.”
Source: Bird lovers flock to adopt parrot who is ‘rated R, parental advisory required’
Ha! He’ll fit right in, in certain homes.
Kiki the School Cat: How a Glasgow Feline’s Morning Walks Reveal the Power of Imprinting and Devotion
Meet Kiki, the Glasgow cat who walks children to school daily and is now a finalist in the Cats Protection National Cat Awards 2025. Her loyal behaviour may be a rare case of feline imprinting—following young Sonny as if he were her parent.
Sweet.
A new diabetes treatment could free people from insulin injections
In a small cell therapy trial, 10 out of 12 people with type 1 diabetes no longer needed supplemental insulin, even a year after treatment.
Source: A new diabetes treatment could free people from insulin injections
Fascinating.
Ottawa firefighter recovering after lifesaving liver transplant donated by colleague
An Ottawa firefighter is recovering after receiving a lifesaving liver transplant from a colleague.
Source: Ottawa firefighter recovering after lifesaving liver transplant donated by colleague
A living donation. Very cool.
Tiny spinal implant revives nerves in rats, hints at paralysis cure
An ultra-thin spinal implant has restored movement in injured rats, offering a real shot at reversing paralysis.
Source: Tiny spinal implant revives nerves in rats, hints at paralysis cure
Interesting.
An Ottawa runner posted online asking ‘Did you save my life?’ Then he got an answer
Tommy Chan knows he ran five kilometres on Tuesday, May 20. He just doesn’t remember it.
Source: An Ottawa runner posted online asking ‘Did you save my life?’ Then he got an answer
Great story.
Aging Maui dog named Princess gets her fairy-tail ending
After a long adoption journey, a senior dog from Maui has found her happily ever after. HPR’s Catherine Cluett Pactol shares the heartwarming story.
Source: Aging Maui dog named Princess gets her fairy-tail ending
Heartwarming.