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Today, we're stepping into the eerie halls of the Overlook Hotel as we celebrate the 43rd anniversary of the classic horror film, The Shining. Released in 1980, this spine-chilling masterpiece was directed by none other than Stanley Kubrick, known for his bold and innovative storytelling.

The film stands as a pinnacle of the horror genre and a testament to Kubrick's visionary direction, with its chilling score, unforgettable scenes, and cryptic symbolism leaving an indelible mark on cinema. Kubrick's unorthodox and creative filmmaking techniques made The Shining a piece of art that continues to be studied and admired by film enthusiasts worldwide.

Alright, let’s step out of the maze and dive into the top positive news stories from across the globe! 👇

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Diamond Ring Rediscovered After 13 Years 💍

In 2010, Mary Strand had the misfortune of knocking her gold diamond ring into the toilet while washing her hands. Despite immediate attempts to retrieve it, the ring was sucked down the drain, seemingly lost forever. The gold band, a gift from her husband for their 33rd wedding anniversary, was studded with a large marquise diamond in the center and accented with 28 smaller diamonds. With unsuccessful attempts to retrieve the ring, including efforts by her husband who runs a sewer and drain cleaning business and municipal workers, Strand gave up hope. Unbeknownst to her, this was only the start of a 13-year journey for the ring to resurface a quarter-mile away at a wastewater treatment plant.

In March 2023, workers in the wastewater treatment plant found the ring during routine cleaning. After a weeks-long publicity campaign and investigation, Strand was finally reunited with her lost treasure. Although Strand had initially been skeptical, thinking her daughter's news of the discovery might be a prank, the evidence was undeniable when Strand was asked to provide a detailed description and photo of the lost ring. Strand said, “I remember looking at it and flashing back to when he gave it to me. That’s how memorable a thing it was.”

He Reached the Top of Mt. Everest Without Legs 🗻

Former Gurkha regiment soldier and double above-the-knee amputee, Hari Budha Magar, has achieved an extraordinary feat by reaching the summit of Mount Everest. The 43-year-old Army veteran, now residing in Canterbury, sought to become the first double-amputee to scale the infamous peak, not just for personal accomplishment, but to inspire others and challenge societal perceptions of disability. Reflecting on the arduous journey, he remarked, "it was harder than I could have ever imagined," emphasizing that his determination propelled him to "carry on and push for the top, no matter how much it hurt or how long it took."

The journey began for Hari in a drastically different setting in 2010 when he stepped on an improvised explosive device (IED) in Afghanistan, resulting in the loss of both his legs. Awakening after the blast, Hari was initially overwhelmed with feelings of despair and defeat, thinking his "life was finished." However, his indomitable spirit led him to regain his confidence through skiing, golfing, cycling, and climbing. He embarked on this grueling expedition 11 days ago, alongside a team of Nepalese climbers led by former Gurkha and SAS mountain troop leader, Krish Thapa. Despite the adversities, Hari drew strength from his "amazing" family and all those who had supported him, reinforcing his belief that "with the right mindset, anything is possible."

The Intersection Between Happy, Healthy, and Wealthy 😀

The Curiosity Chronicle is a once-per-week email newsletter written by investor, entrepreneur, and writer, Sahil Bloom. It’s perfect for anyone interested in personal development, growth, productivity, and wealth creation.

One of our favorite editions is “Life Lessons from 1,000 Years,” in which Sahil decided to explore the wisdom that time has to offer by asking several individuals in their 90s a simple question: "If you could speak to your 32-year-old self, what advice would you give?" 

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Fantastic Finds 🔍

Fighting suicide. A new teen-developed app can predict the risk of suicide with 98% accuracy.

New opportunities in Compton. Compton's new indoor vertical farm brings fresh produce and more jobs to the city.

$74K jars found at a thrift store. A pair of Qing dynasty jars that were bought for $25 at a thrift store was sold for over $74,000.

Reading scores are off the charts. Kids’ reading scores have soared in the Deep South states.

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Iam Tongi and James Blunt brought everyone to tears with their emotional performance of "Monsters" during the American Idol finale…

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