A Texas woman faces arrest after allegedly trying to sell her newborn son on Facebook. Juniper Bryson, 21, posted in an online adoption group seeking parents for her baby but requested financial compensation. The case highlights the dangers of online adoption arrangements and the need for safeguards against exploitation.
A recent survey reveals that over 10% of Britons refuse to adopt black cats or dogs due to superstitions about bad luck. This reluctance contributes to longer wait times for black animals to find homes, highlighting the impact of unfounded beliefs on animal welfare.
Digital displays showcasing the price of Bitcoin have been spotted in El Salvador, a country that adopted Bitcoin as legal tender in 2021. This visual representation of Bitcoin’s value is seen as a step towards mainstream integration, even though widespread adoption in the country has been slower than initially anticipated.
A new report reveals that a majority of cryptocurrency owners are comfortable allocating a significant portion of their investment portfolio to digital assets, indicating growing mainstream acceptance. Regulatory clarity and the introduction of spot crypto ETFs in the US are contributing to this trend.
Selena Gomez, known for her candidness about her health struggles, revealed in a recent interview that she is unable to carry a child due to medical complications. She expressed her feelings of sadness but also highlighted her excitement for alternative paths to motherhood, such as surrogacy or adoption.
China has announced the end of its international adoption program, halting a decades-long initiative that brought tens of thousands of Chinese children to families around the world. The decision impacts hundreds of American families currently waiting to adopt, leaving them uncertain about the future of their adoption applications.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong discusses the future of crypto adoption, the company’s evolving approach to regulation, and his investments in scientific innovation beyond digital assets.
A Chinese couple has been reunited with their son after 37 years, thanks to a DNA database created by Chinese police. The son was given away by his grandmother due to financial hardship when he was just one day old. The parents were unaware of the decision and spent decades searching for him.
A trio in Los Angeles, consisting of Ben, Mitch, and Benjamin, have been raising their two children as a throuple and are now seeking legal recognition for all three as their fathers. They navigate the challenges and joys of parenting as a non-traditional family, sharing baby duties, sleeping in the same bed, and providing a loving and supportive environment for their children. Their story highlights the changing social landscape and the growing acceptance of diverse family structures.
The San Bernardino Animal Shelter is expanding its services to include the cities of Fontana, Colton, and Rialto. The shelter, which currently serves Grand Terrace and Loma Linda, will begin providing animal services to the three additional cities on July 1st. The move is expected to double the number of animals the shelter cares for, with an estimated 12,000 dogs and cats expected to be brought in this year. The shelter plans to accommodate the growth with temporary kennels and shelters and is looking to build a larger facility in the next 3-5 years. Additional staff will also be hired to help with adoptions and fostering.
