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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 28/08/2025

PART FIVE: Though Nelly has since passed away, she remains the heart of their love story — a beloved matchmaker who brought two strangers together and turned a desperate journey into a long-lasting love. (Courtesy SWNS)

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 28/08/2025

PART FOUR: After months of video calls, Adri and Niklas reconnected in person. Their daily chats turned into something more. Just one year after their chance meeting, they got married and began a new life together in Switzerland.

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 28/08/2025

PART THREE: Niklas got Adri and Nelly on board a private jet — completely free of charge. They parted ways afterward, but fate wasn’t finished with their story yet.

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 28/08/2025

PART TWO: In desperation, Adri turned to TikTok for help. That’s when Niklas, a 27-year-old private pilot from Hamburg, Germany, appeared with a solution.

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 28/08/2025

Meet Nelly, an elderly Border Collie stranded in the Netherlands with her owner, Adri. After a painful breakup, Adri needed to return to California — but 15-year-old Nelly was too old for cargo and too big for the cabin. (More in thread)

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 26/08/2025

Celebrate National Dog Day with these furry superstars! Meet Sailor, a golden retriever who doesn’t live in the building — but always sneaks in just to see his best friend: the doorman.

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 21/08/2025

When THE Jalen Hurts makes time just for you. 🏈🦅😭 #sportskind

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 12/08/2025

Part five: Now, Scout guards the place – and the people — who give him the home he choose for himself every day.

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 12/08/2025

Part four: Scout even mastered door handles to find the people (and treats) he loves most. And he knows which residents keep dog biscuits in their walker. Scout was loved so much, he was crowned Resident of the Month!

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 12/08/2025

Part three: Freedom suits Scout. He roams the halls at will, claims every couch, and drops in on his senior friends whenever the mood strikes.

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 12/08/2025

Part two: The choice? Give him a forever home … the one he’s already chosen. Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility now has its very first hurry resident — and the human residents couldn’t be happier.

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 12/08/2025

Scout the dog wasn’t just escaping the shelter — he was on a mission. Three times, he scaled a 10-foot chain-link fence, braved traffic in the darkness, snuck through automatic doors, just to curl up on a nursing home couch. Now, the staff has a choice to make. (Full story in thread)

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 12/08/2025

Who stole the ball? Spoiler...it was hiding in plain sight. 🪄😂 #usatodaypets

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 07/08/2025

This grandpa was ready to join everyone to clap and sing, only to realize that everyone was celebrating his birthday! #humankind

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 04/08/2025

This toddler hadn't smiled in weeks...until this special guest walked in the hospital room. #usatodaypets

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 31/07/2025

Caught on camera: one of the world's most mysterious creatures takes his first wobbly steps into the world! #animals

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 25/07/2025

When your dogs thinks he’s the best babysitter ever (and he’s absolutely right)! #usatodaypets

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 14/07/2025

When your dog thinks every animal is just a new best friend! 😂🦌 #animals

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 09/07/2025

Part three: Tobi's mom says he loves showing off the arm and that it's helping with everyday tasks. The care team also made sure that he felt included every step of the way. Turns out, confidence can really be built brick by brick!

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 09/07/2025

Part two: Yes, these are real LEGO bricks! Tobi helped design this arm himself with the help of Portsmouth Enablement Centre and he's incredibly proud.

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 09/07/2025

Say hello to the coolest kid on the block! Tobi, an 8-year-old born with a limb difference, received a unique prosthetic arm made just for him...out of LEGOs! (Full story in thread)

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 03/07/2025

She lost her leg, but not her rhythm. At 85, Shirley danced her way back to life. 💃✨ Read more here: www.lohud.com/story/news/l...

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 27/06/2025

Part six: "It was the proudest moment of my life when I learnt what had happened," said Sullivan, "And I hope it will help people realize how important it is to have access to defibrillators."

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 27/06/2025

Part five: Just three weeks later, the defibrillator became a lifesaver, when it was used to revive a young female climber whose heart had stopped.

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 27/06/2025

Part five: Just three weeks later, the defibrillator became a lifesaver, when it was used to revive a young female climber whose heart had stopped.

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 27/06/2025

Part four: At 22,000 feet he tested the life-saving device before installing it at a village near Everest Base Camp at 16,500 feet.

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 27/06/2025

Part three: To champion his mountainous mission, the 62-year-old traveled to the Himalayas to install what he claims is the world's highest defibrillator.

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 27/06/2025

Part two: The dad of four from Oxted, England, became committed to improving cardiac survival rates worldwide.

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 27/06/2025

Losing four close friends to cardiac arrest before the age of 45 created a watershed moment for David Sullivan. (Full story in thread)

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 25/06/2025

Part six: Fortunately, the emergency surgery worked! Now, the family is home recovering together.

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 25/06/2025

Part five: Just 6 months after birthing daughter Hazel, who also has the disease, she donated part of her liver to Hollis.

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 25/06/2025

Part four: That's when her mom Lindsey made a life-saving decision.

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 25/06/2025

Part three: Tragically, the first liver transplant failed.

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 25/06/2025

Part two: At 6 years old, her condition became severe. She desperately needed a transplant.

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 25/06/2025

Hollis Linn was born with a rare liver disease. What happened next will stay with you. (Full story in thread)

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 13/06/2025

From doorstop to hopscotch champion, this delivery driver is bringing out his inner child! 😂📦 #humankind

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 12/06/2025

A gazelle was in deep trouble, but in a twist of fate, an unexpected hero arrived with a trunk full of heart. #animalkind #rescue

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 05/06/2025

Watch this sweet sister battling leukemia delighted to see her brother again after being separated due to treatment. 🥺 #humankind

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 04/06/2025

Getting on a pony is tough when you're tiny ... but this big brother went full human furniture to help his little sis. Will the boost be enough?

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 03/06/2025

A regular game of hide and seek at Oliver's playgroup became unforgettable when he discovered someone special hiding near the slide. #humankind #uncle #nephew

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 28/05/2025

Hi friends! Today, we are sharing a simple but powerful baseball moment. During a Phillies game, pitcher José Alvarado was locked in on the mound. He didn't know that in the stands, a young fan was copying his every move. That’s the beauty of sports - it sparks dreams in ways we don’t always see.💚

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 15/05/2025

It's Thursday! Ronnie here - sharing a heart-stopping rescue today... This tiny kitten was trapped in a storm drain, then came the heroes, racing to give her a second chance in life. #animalkind #cats #kitten

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 14/05/2025

Months of anticipation for this very moment... Watch this wife tap out her husband! 😭

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 13/05/2025

If you need a Monday pick-me-up, this is it (literally). When their bestie needed a ride to her ACL follow-up, these two didn't just show up... they picked her up - in every sense: white gloves, sunglasses, full chauffeur energy. Because real friends don’t just drive… they deliver. 🚗💅

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 08/05/2025

Meet Olive, the goofy, treat-loving, snuggle-obsessed 3.5-year-old Chocolate Lab–Pit mix of our EP Sarah and family. Though feared by every chipmunk and bird in a 5-mile radius—she’s the most gentle, patient pup with her kids—happily enduring dress-up sessions and pretend checkups! 🐾💛

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 07/05/2025

To brighten your day a bit... Our story about Hope Mehlberg's doggie school bus made a group of 4th graders in Andover, MA smile so big, they had to send the love back. They drew pictures, wrote notes, and even sent treats for the pups. Kindness begets kindness, this one's all joy. ❤️

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 07/05/2025

Meet our producer Kendall's Yorkies, Canelo and Luna. They think they are 10x the size that they are, but in reality, they are scaredy cats and the best snugglers. They are blood siblings and act like it by stealing each other's toys but at the end of the day they are best friends.

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 06/05/2025

Kicking things off with our producer Ronnie's cat, Toothless. He's the kind of cat who'll steal food from your mouth if you laugh too hard - but once he's done, he'll curl up in your arm like the sweet little menace he is. Naught but adorable... a perfect chaos muffin.

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 06/05/2025

Sometimes, real heroes live next door. Watch how a group of quick-thinking neighbors came together - with just a trampoline - to rescue a man from a burning building. #humankind #rescue #kindness

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Humankind @humankind.usatoday.com · 29/04/2025

A little sister magic for your Tuesday! 🪄 When her big sister arrived as the surprise guest reader at her preschool, Cali was overcome with emotion and wrapped her in the longest hug... Want to see this sweet moment? Follow us and drop a comment if you want to be tagged when the video goes live! 📹✨

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