Mornin’ friends! It's National Spinach Day!

It’s a day devoted to Popeye's favorite leafy green fuel! Spinach, the mighty veggie that gave our cartoon sailor the strength to conquer any challenge, is not only a powerhouse of nutrients but also a source of inspiration and fun.

So, maybe take some time to make yourself a salad or smoothie or sandwich with this leafy green veggie. And if you don’t we’re not judging!

Anyway, let’s get into some good news stories from around the world! 👇

Quote of the Day 🗣

Mom and Son Celebrate Matching Residency Programs Together 🥼

Wenjing Cao and her son Hefei Liu are celebrating their acceptance into residency programs on Match Day. Wenjing, a research scientist at the University of Kansas, graduated from medical school in China and practiced internal medicine for ten years before immigrating to the US. Hefei is a current student at the Medical College of Wisconsin and is expected to graduate this May. They both matched with residency programs, Wenjing with the clinical pathology residency program at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Hefei with the radiation oncology residency program at the University of Pennsylvania..

The mother-son duo did not plan to apply to residencies together, but when Wenjing decided to return to medicine and reapplied for a second time last year, it became a reality. They said they’re proud of each other’s achievements and hope to inspire others with their unique journeys. Wenjing hopes her story can encourage others like her to pursue their dreams, and Hefei advises supporting family members who have obstacles in their lives but want to pursue their dreams.

Viral TikTok Boosts Cat Adoptions Worldwide 🐱

Wayside Waifs, an animal shelter, recently gained international attention and successfully found homes for several cats by posting a lighthearted video on TikTok. The video, which showcased cats available for adoption, quickly went viral, getting over a million views and leading to the adoption of all but two of the featured cats.

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The shelter staff was pleasantly surprised by the overwhelming response, as they initially only aimed to raise awareness for the cats. Comments on the video came from around the world, including Brazil, the Philippines, and the UK. Encouraged by their success, Wayside Waifs plans to continue exploring creative ways to promote pet adoptions through social media.

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Interesting Finds 🔍

📸 Lost camera is found

A man fishing in Colorado's Animas River found a camera that a woman had lost 13 years ago, and reunited her with the precious photos stored on its memory card, including images of a friend's wedding and bridal shower.

🐝 Honey-producing bees on the rise

The number of honey-producing colonies in West Virginia increased by 17% from 2021 to 2022.

✏️ Pencils with a message

A mother writes positive affirmations such as “You are important” and “You are amazing” on her son's pencils, and a teacher shared the heartwarming messages online.

✏️ 3D printed cheesecake

Columbia University researchers have 3D printed a cheesecake to demonstrate the potential of 3D printing technology in the processed food industry, with potential benefits for personalized nutrition and more appealing food for those with swallowing disorders and people with dietary restriction.

Hapi Hits 😊

❄️ Follow the leader: Bruno the dog leads his owner through a dreamy snow maze after huge winter storms in California

🐋 Trusting whale: Whale has built up years of trust with this boat captain, allowing him to remove lice from its head

🪥 Doggy tooth brushing: Dog rushes to owner to get his teeth brushed and it’s adorable

HapiReview of the Day 🎉

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