Back in 2018, the U.S. Postal Service released a batch of 12 million Mister Rogers stamps — and sold them all within weeks. Now, you have another chance to get yourself a sheet or two: The beloved stamp design was reissued alongside a new souvenir sheet at the Boston 2026 World Exposition, and will be available for purchase online and at post offices starting Monday. Check it out.
RescuedStowaway Fox Is Ready for Next Leg of His Journey
WCS Bronx Zoo
In February, a red fox was rescued after an unusual journey across the pond. Believed to be about 2 years old, the young male was discovered as a stowaway aboard a ship traveling from Southampton, England, to the Port of New York and New Jersey. After being transported to the Wildlife Conservation Society’s Bronx Zoo, the fox was treated for a potentially fatal parasite — and last Friday, he wasdeclared healthy. Now known as Basil, the fox was initially diagnosed with Angiostrongylus vasorum, or French heartworm: a parasite typically seen in foxes and other wild canids in Europe that can lead to respiratory disease and death if left unmanaged. Thanks to the zoo’s veterinarians, Basil underwent a monthlong treatment plan that cleared the infection and resulted in him gaining weight and developing a fuller coat. He’s also completed quarantine, and while he remains at the zoo for the time being, officials are evaluating options for his long-term placement. Craig Piper, the zoo’s interim director, told The New York Times that Basil is doing well, noting that he’s “very bright” and “curious” — uncommon traits for foxes, which are often aloof. He said in a press release: “Treating wildlife like this requires extensive coordination and expertise from our veterinary and animal care teams. We are very pleased with his recovery and continued progress since his long journey across the Atlantic.”
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25 Things to Cut When Money Gets Tight
Prices are going up. Your money is getting tight. And figuring out what to cut back on can feel overwhelming. Thankfully, there are resources out there that can help. The experts over at FinanceBuzz compiled a list of 25 money-saving strategies, from making sure you’re not overpaying for car and home insurance to losing those mindless recurring expenses for services you may not actually need (No. 11 on the list often gets overlooked). You don’t have to change everything overnight — even doing just one can help you breathe a little easier.
Why Planting Flowers Can Help More Than Your Garden
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This article was written in partnership with Comvita. There’s something quietly powerful about a single flower. Plant one in a sunny corner of your yard, tuck a few seeds into a window box, or scatter a wildflower mix along a fence line, and you’ve done more than add a splash of color to your day. You’ve opened a tiny restaurant for bees. Habitat loss, climate shifts, and the slow disappearance of the meadows and wildflower patches they depend on have made it harder for bees to find food and shelter. Thankfully, we all have the power to help change that. When enough yards, balconies, and curbside planters bloom together, local bees can enjoy a continuous trail of food across neighborhoods that might otherwise feel like dead ends. Learn about planting a pollinator-friendly garden and how the New Zealand-based honey brand Comvita is helping the bees.
Health
Philly Hospital Predating the United States Opens a New Museum
Pennsylvania Hospital Museum
A quick history lesson: In 1751, decades before the Declaration of Independence was signed, Pennsylvania Hospital was established. Founded by Dr. Thomas Bond and his friend Benjamin Franklin, the facility’s mission was to provide free care to those who couldn’t afford it — no matter if they were white or Black, free or enslaved. As the hospital celebrates 275 years, one of the buildings was recently transformed into a unique museum to honor the facility’s status as the nation’s first chartered hospital and its many contributions to surgery, research, and mental health care. Some of the highlights of the museum, which opened its doors earlier this month, include: America’s first surgical amphitheater, where students watched surgeries; a collection of early surgical tools; and handwritten records of patient care. Stacey Peeples, the hospital’s curator and archivist, told USA Today that for many of the poor and marginalized, these documents “might be the only record of them that even exists.” There’s also a “Perseverance” exhibit honoring medical professionals throughout the hospital’s history who have served on the frontlines of epidemics, including yellow fever, HIV/AIDS, and COVID-19. Take a peek inside.
Global Good
🇱🇧 Martial arts classes in Beirut are offering refugee girls and women self-defense skills and a fresh start (read more) 🇯🇵 Small world:A youth wrestling shirt made its way back to its Pittsburgh owner all the way from a Japanese shop (read more) 🇺🇬 A Ugandan dance troupe called Ghetto Kids will perform with Shakira at the World Cup halftime show (read more) 🇨🇦 Canadian national parks will be free to enter this summer for all visitors (read more) 🇮🇹 A taste of Chicago is heading to a papal estate near Rome, courtesy of two renowned restaurateurs (read more)
Something We Love
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Two years after her breast cancer diagnosis, Shaunna Burke has become the first woman with Stage 4 cancer to summit Mount Everest. The 50-year-old has been mountaineering most of her life and maintaining an exercise routine throughout her treatment (including a double mastectomy, chemotherapy, and radiation). “If you get a diagnosis, life isn’t over,” she said. “Just keep going, whatever your Everest is.” See photos from her journey.
Photo of the Day
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Naomi Osaka served up some serious style at the French Open this week. The tennis star stepped on the court for her debut match on Tuesday in a striking black ensemble before revealing a sequined gold playing dress, which she reprised for Thursday’s match. “When I first saw it, I felt like I look like the Eiffel Tower at nighttime when it’s bright,” she said. “Then I actually got a little worried because when the sun hits the dress, it reflects a lot, so I was a little scared the umpire was going to kick me off the court.” Luckily, that didn’t happen — and even better, she won both matches. We’ll be looking forward to seeing what she wears tomorrow to face off against Iva Jovic.
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Up This Weekend
International Day of UN Peacekeepers: The United Nations Peacekeepers, also known as the Blue Helmets, take on the vital mission of helping countries around the world transition from conflict toward “sustainable peace” — today, the U.N. honors their work
Blue Moon: Look up Sunday evening to see the second full moon of May, a (relatively) rare blue moonthat also happens to be a micromoon, appearing smaller than usual
Windy City Hot Dog Fest: Chicago is undeniably a hot dog city, but who makes the best one? This weekendlong festival in the Portage Park neighborhood asks attendees to try all the local favorites and vote on the top dog (no ketchup allowed)
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