# rescue stories (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover rescue stories. Page: Feed: --- ## [‘Double Spiral’ Secret of Narwhal’s Twisted Tusk Revealed By High Tech X-Rays](https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/double-spiral-secret-of-narwhals-twisted-tusk-revealed-by-xray-tech/) _2026-08-23 · Good News Network · Animals Archives - Good News Network_ Hidden secrets of the narwhal’s twisted tusk have been revealed using the latest X-ray technology. Tusks of the species of whale native to the Arctic have long been the subject of myths—even being sold as ‘unicorn horns’ and believed to possess magical powers during the Middle Ages. Now, an international research team has solved the \[…\] The post ‘Double Spiral’ Secret of Narwhal’s Twisted Tusk… ## [Gas Station Goes Viral For Offering a Discount For Dance Moves – And Then Posts a Video](https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/gas-station-goes-viral-for-offering-a-discount-for-dance-moves-and-then-posts-a-video/) _2026-08-22 · Nathan Frederick · Inspiring Archives - Good News Network_ A New York gas station encouraged patrons to “pump it up” last month, and they weren’t talking about fuel. Instead, the Halfmoon Sunoco 25 minutes outside of Albany was helping customers move past the pain of skyrocketing gas prices by offering a chance to ‘dance for a discount’. The rules were simple: Customers could dance \[…\] The post Gas Station Goes Viral For Offering a Discount For Dance… ## [First River Otter Spotted in the Bronx in 100 Years Along the Bronx River](https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/first-river-otter-spotted-in-the-bronx-in-100-years-along-the-bronx-river/) _2026-08-21 · Andy Corbley · Animals Archives - Good News Network_ It was June 23rd when a furry brown arrow shot past a motion-activated camera along the Bronx River and sent conservationists mad with excitement. It was the first time in approximately 100 years that an otter was observed in this borough of New York City, and provided compelling evidence that decades of conservation and restoration \[…\] The post First River Otter Spotted in the Bronx in 100 Years… ## [Man Makes 200+ Trips to Remote Villages to Connect Elders with Their Children Working Abroad](https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/man-makes-200-trips-to-remote-villages-to-connect-elders-with-their-children-working-abroad/) _2026-08-21 · Andy Corbley · Inspiring Archives - Good News Network_ It’s estimated that over 110 million Chinese live and work abroad, which for the family members they leave behind can be heart-wrenching and difficult, above all for the elderly. But thanks to a generous soul born to the mountain paths of Hubei Province, these severed family ties are being reconnected through social media and delivery \[…\] The post Man Makes 200+ Trips to Remote Villages to Connect… ## [Woman Gives $1 Million in ‘Life-Changing’ Bonuses to Teachers in Her School District](https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/woman-gives-1-million-in-life-changing-bonuses-to-teachers-in-her-school-district/) _2026-08-20 · Andy Corbley · Inspiring Archives - Good News Network_ When a local resident found out that her schools in an extremely wealthy Northern California county was at the bottom for state funding, she stepped up to make the difference. Maja Kristin asked the Ross Valley School District to organize a meeting of 100 teachers from their K-8 schools, with the special instruction that they \[…\] The post Woman Gives $1 Million in ‘Life-Changing’ Bonuses to… ## [Outreach With Palomacy — Join Us!](https://www.pigeonrescue.org/2026/08/19/outreach-with-palomacy-join-us/) _2026-08-19 · Cynthia Bardouka-Large · (untitled)_ Let’s talk about pigeon (and dove) diplomacy! Palomacy has a LOT of outreach events coming up. We will meet hundreds of new people, who come up to our table and go from astonished to charmed in a matter of minutes. … Continue reading → The post Outreach With Palomacy — Join Us! first appeared on . ## [Internet Showers DoorDash Driver and Fiancé with Wedding Gifts Thanks to Note he Left in the Bag](https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/tiktoker-showers-doordash-driver-and-fiance-with-wedding-gifts-thanks-to-the-note-he-left-in-the-bag/) _2026-08-19 · Andy Corbley · Inspiring Archives - Good News Network_ When a TikTok influencer and NYT bestselling author received her DoorDash meal in early August, a hand-scrawled note in the bag caught her eye. The words were from the delivery driver: “Your tip is helping make our wedding possible,” it read. “It means the world to us. \<3 Hope & Tyler.” Hamilton is the author \[…\] The post Internet Showers DoorDash Driver and Fiancé with Wedding Gifts Thanks to… ## [White Storks Make Historic Return to the English Midlands After 600-year Absence](https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/white-storks-make-historic-return-to-the-english-midlands-after-600-year-absence/) _2026-08-19 · Andy Corbley · Animals Archives - Good News Network_ The last time a white stork nested in Derbyshire in the English Midlands region, the country’s King Henry VI was declaring war against the Duchy of Brittany and the Kingdom of France, while an independent Venice won a war against Serbia at a city that’s now in Albania. Indeed, the large white wings of the \[…\] The post White Storks Make Historic Return to the English Midlands After 600-year Absence… ## [Zion Becomes First National Park to Get All-Terrain Wheelchair for Public Use](https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/zion-becomes-first-national-park-to-get-all-terrain-wheelchair-for-public-use/) _2026-08-19 · Andy Corbley · Inspiring Archives - Good News Network_ The world renowned Zion National Park has become the first to offer an all-terrain wheelchair for disabled visitors who want to enjoy the canyon system’s trails. The equipment was made available thanks to a charitable nonprofit which used donated funds to purchase the wheelchair on behalf of Zion. In going through the process of outfitting \[…\] The post Zion Becomes First National Park to Get… ## [Threatened Bird Species Given Tiny Foot Casts to Help Recovery After Hit by Car](https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/threatened-bird-species-given-tiny-foot-casts-to-help-recovery-after-hit-by-car/) _2026-08-18 · Andy Corbley · Animals Archives - Good News Network_ A bird that was hit by a car is undergoing a rather curious rehabilitation procedure. The animal hospital it was taken do designed a pair of specially-built casts made of cardboard and tape. It’s a bit makeshift, but the bird is said to be making good progress and will be released back into the wild \[…\] The post Threatened Bird Species Given Tiny Foot Casts to Help Recovery After Hit by Car… ## [100,000 Bonus Points Await You (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/PGemdceUMaOD) _2026-08-18 · **Sponsored**_ Earn 100,000 bonus points after spending $5,000 in the first 3 months. ## [Boyfriend Secretly Trains For Two Months To Surprise Girlfriend and Run Alongside Her in Dreaded First Half-Marathon](https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/boyfriend-secretly-trains-for-two-months-to-surprise-girlfriend-and-run-alongside-her-in-dreaded-first-half-marathon/) _2026-08-16 · Nathan Frederick · Inspiring Archives - Good News Network_ As Emma Kessler headed to her first half marathon, her boyfriend’s running shoes were in the trunk, and a surprise was in the works. Kessler, a 22-year-old, had been anxious for weeks. Running 13 miles is no easy task—especially for a rookie. Emma kept looking for a running partner as race day approached, someone to \[…\] The post Boyfriend Secretly Trains For Two Months To Surprise Girlfriend and… ## [Wendy’s Worker is Going To Yale After His Bosses Fund Scholarship for the Immigrant Who Survived Violence](https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/wendys-worker-is-going-to-yale-after-his-bosses-fund-scholarship-for-the-immigrant-who-survived-violence/) _2026-08-16 · Nathan Frederick · Inspiring Archives - Good News Network_ A powerful portion of ‘the American dream’ was served by a Wendy’s fast-food restaurant in Cape Cod, Massachusetts, to help out one of its own. Thalles DeSouza’s story may have started in a treacherous neighborhood near Rio de Janeiro, but his next chapter will be written at one of America’s most prestigious universities. DeSouza, who’s \[…\] The post Wendy’s Worker is Going To Yale After His Bosses… ## [A Real Rockin’ Horse: Music Tames a Rescue Foal Who Learns to ‘Play’ Instruments for Album Debut](https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/a-real-rockin-horse-rescue-foal-learns-to-play-instruments-for-album-debut/) _2026-08-15 · Nathan Frederick · Animals Archives - Good News Network_ The video starts normal enough, but a surprise is waiting somewhere near the chorus. Mikayla Khramov is strumming guitar strings on Instagram and singing the lyrics to the famous Dolly Parton song 9-to-5. Then, a moment later, a horse jumps in, lightly chomping on the guitar strings to change the chords. In Mikayla’s world, it’s \[…\] The post A Real Rockin’ Horse: Music Tames a Rescue Foal Who… ## [97-Year-old is Overwhelmed to Attend Great-Granddaughter’s Graduation From Same Med School He Tackled 60 Years ago](https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/97-year-old-is-overwhelmed-returns-to-med-school-to-attend-great-granddaughters-graduation-60-years-later/) _2026-08-14 · Nathan Frederick · Inspiring Archives - Good News Network_ 97-year-old Westel Creager became determined to keep a promise he made years ago. When his great-granddaughter Haiden was going off to college, Westel told her that if she got into medical school, he’d be there when she graduated—and put on her first white coat. For her side of the bargain, Haiden Hauret made good on \[…\] The post 97-Year-old is Overwhelmed to Attend Great-Granddaughter’s… ## [Rescued Orangutans Released Into Isolated Forest Are Now Raising Babies, Creating New Wild Population](https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/rescued-orangutans-released-into-empty-forest-now-raising-babies/) _2026-08-14 · Daniel Samadani · Animals Archives - Good News Network_ Fifteen years ago, conservationists began releasing rescued orangutans into a protected forest in Sumatra where no others from their species were living. Some arrived had been in human care after being orphaned. Others had been rescued from conflict situations or captivity and needed months or years of rehabilitation before they could safely be returned to \[…\] The post Rescued Orangutans Released… ## [Five Endangered Secretarybird Chicks Hatch in Major Conservation First](https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/five-endangered-secretarybird-chicks-hatch-in-major-conservation-first/) _2026-08-14 · Good News Network · Animals Archives - Good News Network_ England’s Chester Zoo reported last week they successfully bred the stunning secretarybird for the first time in its 95-year history—producing five chicks. The endangered African birds are part of an international conservation breeding program—and the latest success was described by the Zoo as “a landmark breeding breakthrough that we hope will help secure the future \[…\] The post Five Endangered… ## [Surf’s Up for Pups at World Dog Surfing Championship Where Rosie Leads the Pack (Video)](https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/surfs-up-for-pups-at-world-dog-surfing-championship-where-rosie-leads-the-pack-video/) _2026-08-13 · Nathan Frederick · Animals Archives - Good News Network_ One of California’s most famous surfers has four legs and a tail. They call her Rippin’ Rosie. She’s a lovable 5-year-old Labrador Retriever with golden fur and almost 340,000 followers on Instagram. “Everyone knows Rosie!” said local surfer Jeremiah Kille in a great video by DOG PPL (view below). The legend of Rosie continued to \[…\] The post Surf’s Up for Pups at World Dog Surfing Championship… ## [Ospreys Recover Thanks to ‘Pioneering Pairs’ Who Nest Away From Main Population](https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/ospreys-recover-thanks-to-pioneering-pairs-who-nest-afar/) _2026-08-13 · Good News Network · Animals Archives - Good News Network_ Ospreys are recovering in Britain thanks to “pioneering pairs” who prefer to nest away from the main population, according to new research. It could be key to increasing the proliferation of the raptors, which first became extinct in the British Isles in 1916 before recolonizing in 1954. Researchers looked at a rare long-term dataset covering \[…\] The post Ospreys Recover Thanks to ‘Pioneering… ## [Cat Named ‘Toast’ Survives Intense Heat of 4-Alarm Fire By Hiding in Closet](https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/cat-named-toast-survives-intense-heat-of-4-alarm-fire-by-hiding-in-closet/) _2026-08-13 · Nathan Frederick · Animals Archives - Good News Network_ A mechanical issue started a fire in a Utah apartment building last week that sent the entire five-story structure ablaze in a matter of minutes. Residents in the Salt Lake City suburb—and their pets—were evacuated from the building in the immediate aftermath—but Toast the cat was nowhere to be found. The black and gray cat \[…\] The post Cat Named ‘Toast’ Survives Intense Heat of 4-Alarm Fire By… ## [Duck Becomes Emotional Support Animal That Unexpectedly Heals a Golden Retriever (WATCH)](https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/duck-becomes-emotional-support-animal-to-unexpectedly-heal-a-golden-retriever-watch/) _2026-08-12 · Nathan Frederick · Animals Archives - Good News Network_ It was just what the duck-ter ordered… Tori and her husband, Justin Cannarelli, who own a garden center, volunteered to adopt Louie the Duck after he hatched at a Long Island elementary school. It was supposed to be temporary. And the Cannarellis, who live in the Long Island suburb Brookhaven, figured Louie might provide a \[…\] The post Duck Becomes Emotional Support Animal That Unexpectedly Heals… ## [Try Before You Buy, Risk-Free (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/QW1kKVfQ9iZJ) _2026-08-12 · **Sponsored**_ Free trial hosting plus refunds processed in 12-24 hours, guaranteed. ## [Fishing Guide Dials 911 for Entangled Manatee, Leading to Rescue While Calf Watches](https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/fishing-guide-helps-save-entangled-manatee-while-calf-watches/) _2026-08-12 · Good News Network · Animals Archives - Good News Network_ A manatee is swimming free again thanks to a fishing guide who reported the animal tangled in crab trap lines, and the Georgia and Florida wildlife experts who raced to the scene. The drama played out over two days last week on the Mackay and Hampton rivers off St. Simons Island. Though often unnoticed in \[…\] The post Fishing Guide Dials 911 for Entangled Manatee, Leading to Rescue While Calf… ## [Brown Student Spends Summer Helping Teens Find Their Voice in English](https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/brown-student-spends-summer-helping-teens-find-their-voice-in-english/) _2026-08-12 · Daniel Samadani · Inspiring Archives - Good News Network_ For a group of teenagers learning English in Providence, Rhode Island, summer school this year looked a little different. There were vocabulary games and journal entries, but also trips into the community where students could put their new language skills to work—whether speaking with a cashier at a local market or learning how to describe \[…\] The post Brown Student Spends Summer Helping Teens… ## [Bride Calls for Metal Detector Mid-Wedding After Losing Ring Swatting a Bee on the Beach](https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/bride-calls-metal-detective-mid-wedding-after-losing-ring-on-the-beach/) _2026-08-08 · Good News Network · Inspiring Archives - Good News Network_ A bride and groom were forced to find someone with a metal detector during their own wedding—after the engagement ring flew off her finger mid-ceremony. Abi and Tony Clark were tying the knot on the beach at St. Brelade’s Bay in the Channel Islands near the coast of France, when she tried to swat away \[…\] The post Bride Calls for Metal Detector Mid-Wedding After Losing Ring Swatting a Bee on the… ## [2027 Calendar Top 10 Fundraisers](https://www.pigeonrescue.org/2026/08/07/2027-calendar-top-10-fundraisers/) _2026-08-07 · Cynthia Bardouka-Large · (untitled)_ Wow!! Thank you to everyone who shared beautiful birds and brave stories for our 2027 Calendar Contest! It’s been humbling to witness the love and support of this loyal community over the past month, with entries coming in from all … Continue reading → The post 2027 Calendar Top 10 Fundraisers first appeared on . ## [Bird-A-Day Email Calendar](https://www.pigeonrescue.org/2026/08/06/bird-a-day-email-calendar/) _2026-08-07 · Heather Hohlowski · (untitled)_ We accept submissions for our Bird-A-Day email calendar every day of the year! Just fill out the form below. For multiple photo entries, please fill out a separate form for each. We look forward to seeing all your wonderful images … Continue reading → The post Bird-A-Day Email Calendar first appeared on . ## [Town’s Beloved Santa Claus Delivers a Very Special Present to Someone in Need–His Donated Kidney](https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/towns-beloved-santa-claus-delivers-a-very-special-present-to-someone-in-need-his-donated-kidney/) _2026-08-06 · Andy Corbley · Inspiring Archives - Good News Network_ A man who dresses up every year as Santa Claus to spread Christmas cheer has just delivered a very special present. Though central Virginia is far too hot for Santa’s reindeer to flyover, the gift couldn’t wait until December. Dave Bell is well known as the town’s go-to Santa Claus, and has done so for \[…\] The post Town’s Beloved Santa Claus Delivers a Very Special Present to Someone in Need–His… ## [UN Summit on HIV/AIDS Shows Incredible Progress in Infection Rates, Deaths, Treatment Access](https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/un-summit-on-hiv-aids-shows-incredible-progress-in-infection-rates-deaths-treatment-access/) _2026-08-05 · Andy Corbley · Inspiring Archives - Good News Network_ New HIV infections and AIDS-related deaths are at their lowest levels in more than 30 years, a special report released by UNAIDS shows. Released in time for the 26th International AIDS Conference taking place in Rio de Janeiro, it also showed that 7 countries: Benin, Eswatini, Kenya, Lesotho, Nepal, Rwanda, and Zimbabwe, achieved an almost \[…\] The post UN Summit on HIV/AIDS Shows Incredible… ## [Emily and the Basket Cull](https://www.pigeonrescue.org/2026/07/14/emily-and-the-basket-cull/) _2026-07-14 · Cynthia Bardouka-Large · (untitled)_ Emily was our first 2026-banded bird of the year, a lucky survivor of a “basket cull”. A “basket cull” is when a pigeon racer takes all the young birds who have just left the nest and started … Continue reading → The post Emily and the Basket Cull first appeared on . ## [The Rescue of Hydrox and Rainbow Bob](https://www.pigeonrescue.org/2026/07/05/the-rescue-of-hydrox-and-rainbow-bob/) _2026-07-05 · Cynthia Bardouka-Large · (untitled)_ In early June, a call came in from an elementary school principal in Richmond. Two pigeons were hanging around the school yard. The children, ages 4 to 12, were picking up the birds and carrying them around, and the principal … Continue reading → The post The Rescue of Hydrox and Rainbow Bob first appeared on . ## [Pigeon Ambition: To Love and Be Loved](https://www.pigeonrescue.org/2026/07/01/pigeon-ambition-to-love-and-be-loved/) _2026-07-01 · Cynthia Bardouka-Large · (untitled)_ Palomacy’s founder and retired Director, Elizabeth Young, pulled out all the stops and brought so many people together for a celebration of 19 years of pigeon diplomacy! Old friends, new friends, art, music, birds, and love filled the room as … Continue reading → The post Pigeon Ambition: To Love and Be Loved first appeared on . ## [International money transfers (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/HCeSv12VzxMm) _2026-07-01 · **Sponsored**_ Send money to other countries and manage multi‑currency balances online. ## [GlobalGiving’s July Bonus Day Is July 15, 2026](https://www.pigeonrescue.org/2026/06/30/globalgivings-july-bonus-day-is-july-15-2026/) _2026-06-30 · Heather Hohlowski · (untitled)_ Mark your calendar! GlobalGiving’s 2026 July 15 Bonus Day is just around the corner. July Bonus Day is a 24-hour crowdfunding campaign designed to celebrate high-dollar donors ($100 or more). Eligible donations between $100 and $1,500 will receive a portion … Continue reading → The post GlobalGiving’s July Bonus Day Is July 15, 2026 first appeared on . ## [2027 Calendar Contest Starts 7/1/26](https://www.pigeonrescue.org/2026/06/30/2027-calendar-contest-starts-7-1-26/) _2026-06-30 · Heather Hohlowski · (untitled)_ Get ready to submit lots of pictures! Palomacy’s 2027 Calendar Photo & Art Fundraiser runs July 1st through the 31st. Your photo entries and votes support Palomacy and our culture-changing work. We appreciate your help celebrating these incredible, under-appreciated birds … Continue reading → The post 2027 Calendar Contest Starts 7/1/26 first appeared on . ## [Pigeon Story Time at the Berkeley Public Library with Pickles, Peck, and Mardi Gras!](https://www.pigeonrescue.org/2026/06/30/pigeon-story-time-at-the-berkeley-public-library-with-pickles-peck-and-mardi-gras/) _2026-06-30 · Cynthia Bardouka-Large · (untitled)_ We sat in the front of the room with Emma Coleman, the marvelously talented librarian at Berkeley’s central location. On our knees sat three pigeons: Peck, Pickles, and Mardi Gras. One small, one medium, one party-sized! We looked out … Continue reading → The post Pigeon Story Time at the Berkeley Public Library with Pickles, Peck, and Mardi Gras! first appeared on . ## [Backpack Pub Crawling with Francis and Beacon](https://www.pigeonrescue.org/2026/06/24/backpack-pub-crawling-with-francis-and-beacon/) _2026-06-24 · Cynthia Bardouka-Large · (untitled)_ Guest Post By Bryan Lester “I think someone has a chicken in here! What kind of bird is that?!” My Palomacy-adopted fantail pigeons, Francis and Beacon, love a good outing in their backpack, especially when they can get a little … Continue reading → The post Backpack Pub Crawling with Francis and Beacon first appeared on .