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Newsweek
5 hours ago
- General
- Newsweek
Cat Goes Missing for 5 Weeks—Then Owner Hears a Thump at the Door
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. A story online has proved that families of missing pets always have reason to hope. After five agonizing weeks of searching, a family's despair turned into relief when their cat, Pepper, mysteriously reappeared at their door. The reunion, shared in a post to Reddit, has received over 8,000 upvotes and prompted others to share their own stories of unlikely missing pet returns. "We went out day and night looking for her, posters, social Sunday (five weeks to the day!) I hear a tiny thud and a mew at the door," u/420scoobertdoobert69 wrote in their post. "And there she was, only half of her body weight (from 10 pounds to 4.4 pounds) but otherwise unharmed." A missing cat poster is stapled to a post. A missing cat poster is stapled to a post. StockSeller_ukr/Getty Images The relief and happiness of finding a lost pet resonated with Redditors, many of whom shared similar emotional experiences. "I'm so happy for you! Probably the best feeling I've ever had (aside from the birth of my child) was the moment I found our little Calliope after she was missing for five days," one person wrote. "She was old and deaf and already very skinny when she went missing, so we had little hope after the first few days. But, I kept going out every night with a flashlight and eventually she was just there, not even ten feet away from the basement door. "Scooping her up and bringing her in gave me the most overwhelming feeling of relief and joy. She was very thirsty, hungry and smelled like pine." While Pepper returned in relatively good condition, there were some curious anomalies. The poster noted that Pepper now has a missing fur patch on top of her head and one on her front legs. "It legit looks like someone waxed her leg for the summer," they wrote. This detail sparked speculation among commenters about where Pepper might have been during her extended absence. One commenter shared a strikingly similar story of their own cat: "The same thing happened to my cat about eight years ago! Was missing for about five weeks until one of the neighbors managed to lure him down into their was so skinny and dehydrated! He's 10 years old now and is still scared of going outside unless it's just on the front porch with one of us out there with him." Pepper's miraculous return has no doubt brought relief and happiness to her owners. The family is now focused on Pepper's recovery, following a refeeding plan to help her regain her strength and weight. Newsweek reached out to u/420scoobertdoobert69 for comment via Reddit.
NDTV
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Watch: Comedian Rohan Joshi Explains Why Sachin Tendulkar Should Not Be Reddit's Brand Ambassador
As Reddit announced cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar as its brand ambassador, comedian Rohan Joshi shared his thoughts in a now-viral Instagram reel. In the clip, Joshi called out Reddit's decision, saying that Sachin Tendulkar is a legend and deserves all the love, but he is the wrong pick for the social media platform. "He is an icon, obviously one of the greatest people to have ever played the game of cricket and one of the greatest Indian sporting legends of all time. But, l am sorry he can not be the brand ambassador for Reddit for one very simple scientific reason," Joshi said in the viral Instagram video. "It's straightforward. Sachin Tendulkar played 664 international matches over his 24-year career. I'm not even counting his first-class matches," he added, noting that Sachin spent almost 200 days a year outdoors, "touching grass". According to the comedian, Redditors are known for staying indoors. So, someone as active as Sachin Tendulkar is the complete opposite. "Sorry. No one who has gone outside and touched that much grass is allowed to endorse Reddit. It is just antithetical to its values," Rohan Joshi concluded. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rohan Joshi (@mojorojo) Since being shared, the video has accumulated more than 2 million views. Reacting to the post, one user jokingly wrote, "I Completely agree with you hence I think the best candidate for this position who meets all the requirements is Rohan Joshi, my vote is with him." "I really think u should be the brand ambassador of reddit, only influencer who deserves this," commented another. "Hahahahah this is absolutely true , i vote for tanmay for brand ambassador of reddit," quipped a third user. "This position is only fit for Mr. Rohan Joshi, voting for you immediately," one user wrote. "he's making a scientific and sensible point guys," said another. Sachin Tendulkar named Reddit's brand ambassador Sachin Tendulkar was announced as Reddit's brand ambassador on Wednesday. Talking about joining hands with Reddit, the legendary cricketer said, "For me, cricket has always been about that pure connection with people, on and off the field. In getting to know Reddit, what stands out is the sheer passion that brings its communities together. I'm especially looking forward to discovering conversations on r/IndiaCricket and r/IndianSports." "It's a unique platform where people truly share what they love. This association gives me an opportunity to connect with fans in new ways and celebrate our shared love for sports," he added.
Newsweek
a day ago
- General
- Newsweek
Residents Move Into 1950s Home—Years Later Make Shock Discovery in Basement
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A Minnesota homeowner has sparked intrigue across Reddit after discovering an unusual key hidden in the rafters of their basement—years after moving into their 1950s-era house. The post, titled "Odd key in the basement rafters..." was shared by u/edrift101 to the r/Weird subreddit on June 16 and included a couple of images showing a tarnished old key. "We found this years after moving into our new home," the user wrote in the caption. "No idea how long it's been there, but the house was built in the 1950s (Minneapolis, MN). Doesn't match anything in the house or the garage," the poster said, adding "maybe there's a secret keyhole somewhere in the house, ala Locke & Key [fictional television series]? That could be fun." The discovery in the Reddit post comes as U.S. homeowners face soaring housing costs. According to a 2024 report from the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University, millions of potential homebuyers have been "priced out of the market by elevated home prices and interest rates." The home price surge was reported in 97 of the top 100 markets, with higher rises in the northeast and Midwest regions, the report found. 'Treasure Stashes' The recent post drew a wave of speculation and amateur detective work from Reddit users eager to weigh in on the mysterious artifact, which bears a resemblance to what many call a "skeleton key." "That appears to be a warded lock key," wrote u/whitecholklet. "Sometimes called a skeleton key or warded lock pick, it could be used to open a lot of older style locks. People hid them in their house in case they lost a key or sometimes just used it as a key." Other Redditors chimed in with their own theories—ranging from the practical to the imaginative. One user, u/la_picasa, speculated that the original lock was likely replaced at some point, saying "the lock(s) it was used for probably got changed at some point in time. If you're just now finding that though, I would be searching the rafters in hidden spots for treasure stashes! People used to hide cash up in there." Some comments ventured further off the beaten path. "Similar keys work in some old mouse and rat traps I have seen," noted u/TheSunRisesintheEast. "It is supposed to keep the poisoned bait from being accessed." Others considered more sentimental or historical origins. "Maybe it is the very first key for the first front door when the home was built???" suggested u/SILVERSKID70. Another user, u/NoVillage7217, said: "If it's in the basement, it could have gone to a hope chest stored there in the past." Newsweek has contacted the original poster for comment via the Reddit messaging system. A stock image of a rusted key on a wooden table. A stock image of a rusted key on a wooden table. Getty Have you ever made a unique discovery in your home? Let us know via life@ and your story could be featured on Newsweek.
Newsweek
a day ago
- General
- Newsweek
Shelter Dog Too Scared To Go Near Humans—a Week Later, Everything Changed
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. A Reddit post has captured the astonishing transformation of a rescue dog who went from being terrified of human interaction to becoming an inseparable, loving companion in just one week. The post reveals two photos of the pup—one alone at the pound, and the other cuddling up to her new owner after just seven days. Since the post was published, it has received 9,400 upvotes, providing a testament to the healing power of love and safety when it comes to rescue animals. "At the shelter and seven days later, my rescue dog is experiencing love and safety for the first time," the poster wrote on Reddit. "When we first met her at the shelter last weekend, she wouldn't even approach people. Now, she cries if I poop with the door closed." A dog sits in its owner's lap. A dog sits in its owner's lap. kerkez/Getty Images The immediate bond resonated with fellow Redditors, many of whom shared their own experiences with rescue animals and the lingering effects of past trauma. One user recounted a heartbreaking realization about their own late rescue dog: "Rescue dogs are so incredible. I had a rescue. I noticed that she would look so scared if she ever saw me carrying a long object, like a rake or a long board," they wrote. "My heart broke, because I figured someone raised an object over their head, before hitting her with it when she was a puppy. She lived for 17 plus years, it took several years before she could be around me with something like that and not be scared. It felt so good when she finally relaxed with me." The original poster responded to the comment, acknowledging similar behaviors in their new dog—particularly around men raising their hands near her in the house. "I'm sure she either got hit or saw somebody hit," the owner wrote. "Really sad, and I have no idea why she glommed onto me so fast." Amidst the emotional reflections, well-wishes also poured in for what seems to be a fated pair. "She is lovely!" one person wrote. "Lucky you, lucky her. Here's to many years of fun, walks, sploots, treats, scritches, belly rubs and all of the good stuff!" Curiosity about the dog's breed also arose, and the poster provided some insight into her mixed heritage. "We definitely has some German Shepherd in her with that face," the owner wrote. "She must have something else in her too, she's too small to be a straight Bernese/Shepherd cross. She's still skinny, but she's only 25 [pounds]." Newsweek reached out to u/Global_Theme864 for comment via Reddit.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Comedian Rohan Joshi thinks Sachin Tendulkar is not the right fit for Reddit ambassador: ‘It's antithetical'
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar has been named as the brand ambassador of social media giant Reddit, but comedian Rohan Joshi isn't impressed. He thinks Sachin isn't the right fit for the role. Also read: Reddit to expand footprint in India with Bengaluru office, ramps up hiring: Report After the official announcement, Rohan took to Instagram to call out Reddit's decision to appoint Sachin Tendulkar as the brand ambassador. He shared a video expressing his views on his social media handle, with caption, "Congratulations Sachin Tendulkar sir but also what have you done'. In the video, Rohan says, 'Okay, listen, I want to start this by saying I love Sachin Tendulkar... He's an icon, obviously one of the greatest people to have ever played the game of cricket and one of the greatest Indian sporting legends of all time'. 'But I'm sorry, he cannot be the brand ambassador for Reddit for one very simple scientific reason. It's straightforward. Sachin Tendulkar played 664 international matches over his 24-year career. I'm not even counting his first-class matches,' he adds, noting Sachin spent almost 200 days every year in the field throughout his two-decade career. Rohan continued, 'Because of his job, he went on to a field and touched grass for 200 days a year, every year for 24 years. That is the opposite of Redditors... Sorry. No one who has gone outside and touched that much grass is allowed to endorse Reddit. It is just antithetical to its values'. A post shared by Rohan Joshi (@mojorojo) On Wednesday, Sachin Tendulkar was announced as the brand ambassador of Reddit. Under the association, social media users will get opportunities to engage with Sachin, in several Reddit communities, including the fan-run r/SachinTendulkar. Through his official Reddit profile, u/SachinTendulkar, the cricketer will also share personal reflections, and match insights. In the coming months, Sachin will also appear in a new marketing campaign for Reddit in India as well as other markets throughout the world. Talking about joining hands with Reddit, Sachin said, 'For me, cricket has always been about that pure connection with people, on and off the field. In getting to know Reddit, what stands out is the sheer passion that brings its communities together. I'm especially looking forward to discovering conversations on r/IndiaCricket and r/IndianSports. It's a unique platform where people truly share what they love. This association gives me an opportunity to connect with fans in new ways and celebrate our shared love for sports'.
