On Easter Sunday a magistrate judge in El Paso‚ Texas‚ ordered the release of migrants who were charged with rioting after a large group stormed the border‚ tearing down razor wire and clashing with members of the Texas National Guard in the process. Presiding Magistrate Judge Humberto Acosta delivered the ruling after accusing the El Paso District Attorney’s office of failing to prepare properly and thus not being ready and “not being ready to proceed with detention hearings for each defendant‚” The El Paso Times reported on Sunday. “It is the ruling of the court is that all the rioting participation cases will be released on their own recognizance‚” Acosta said‚ but court officials did confirm that any defendants who were subject to previously-ordered federal immigration holds would not be released under that order. The group of illegal immigrants released pursuant to Sunday’s ruling only represented some of the more than 70 who were arrested after the border breach – which was perpetrated by a large group of mostly young men from Venezuela on March 21 — and another hearing for other involved defendants is scheduled to take place on Monday. The breach occurred at “Border Safety Initiative Marker No. 36 in the Riverside area of El Paso’s Lower Valley‚” the Times reported‚ and those involved tore down razor wire before crashing through the fence. Some of the defendants were also charged with assault and criminal mischief after clashing with members of the National Guard‚ and the Times said it was “unclear” whether Judge Acosta intended for those defendants to be released as well as those whose sole charge was “riot participation.” Border Patrol Chief Jason Owens recently sat down with CBS News’ Camilo Montoya-Galvez to discuss the situation‚ which he called a definite “national security threat.” “What’s keeping me up at night is the 140‚000 known got-aways‚” Owens said. “Why are they risking their lives and crossing in areas where we can’t get to? Why are they hiding? What do they have to hide? What are they bringing in? What is their intent? Where are they coming from? We simply don’t know the answers to those questions. Those things for us are what represent the threat to our communities.”

Cartoon Network made sure to post in celebration of the Transgender Day of Visibility on Sunday‚ but made no mention of the fact that Easter Sunday also fell on March 31st this year — this despite the fact that 1.6 million Americans over 13 identify as transgender‚ and over 200 million identify as Christian and presumably celebrate Easter. In a post on Instagram‚ the cable channel’s official account shared a picture of what appeared to be a rainbow in just the colors of the pink‚ white‚ and blue transgender pride flag. The same picture appeared several times in a carousel that included different affirmative captions for each frame: I am growing into my fullest self. My body belongs to me. I love who I am‚ and who I will become. I am not alone in my journey. My existence is revolutionary. I belong‚ just as much as everyone else. Only I can decide who I am. My identity is a process‚ not a race. I am needed‚ and I am loved. I deserve peace and safety.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Cartoon Network (@cartoonnetworkofficial) The post read‚ “Affirmations for our trans and gender non-conforming family. You are valid‚ just as you are” — and a follow up comment added‚ “We’re not doing hate today. Be kind or be blocked.” The cable network‚ which typically gears the majority of its daytime programming toward an audience of children‚ has waded into the culture war in the past as well – and has routinely pushed radical gender ideology whenever given the opportunity. For 2023’s Transgender visibility Day‚ Cartoon Network posted the following on X: “Addressing someone using their pronouns and name shows that you RESPECT them as their authentic self! We celebrate the journey of our trans and gender-non-conforming friends on this #TransgenderDayofVisibility! Addressing someone using their pronouns and name shows that you RESPECT them as their authentic self! 💖 We celebrate the journey of our trans and gender-non-conforming friends on this #TransgenderDayofVisibility!⁣🎨: steeeeevn⁣/IG⁣#CartoonNetwork #TransDayOfVisibility pic.twitter.com/fMcEBQtrGr — Cartoon Network (@cartoonnetwork) March 30‚ 2023 An episode of “We Baby Bears” that aired just a few months later included a “non-binary inclusive” story line that focused on the usage of preferred pronouns and dropped just in time to coincide with PRIDE Month.

This dad’s wholesome “conversation” with his baby daughter while he gets her dressed for the day is melting millions of hearts. TikTok mom-influencer Nikki Brown showcased the most adorable video that showed her husband helping his budding fashionista infant with her morning outfit. While his daughter is only a few months old‚ she’s fully invested in the moment and she babbles replies. @nikkiverabrown I love him as a girl dad #girldad #dadsoftiktok #dad #momsoftiktok #babiesoftiktok #baby #babygirl #babiesoftiktok #babyfever ♬ What You Won’t Do for Love – Bobby Caldwell The dad offers her two options‚ “the flowered pants with the pink shirt” or “the pink pants with the ruffles on the butt.” As the dad showcases the clothes and talks‚ the sweet baby sits in a chair and coos and laughs and pays attention to his every word and movement. Together‚ the dad and his little girl settle on the ruffle-butt pants‚ a shirt that reads “love‚” and a tan bow. But Dad decides she has to change because the pants look “one month too small.” “I love him as a girl dad‚” Nikki captioned. The video has nearly 5.5 million views to date‚ and followers can’t help but gush over the doting dad and the special connection he has with his little girl. “She’s so beautiful!” someone wrote. “The communication between baby girl and daddy is adorable‚ especially her talking.” “This conversation ‚” YouTube star Ms. Rachel added. “This is my most favorite video ever……daddy/ daughter relationship will be top tier such a blessing‚” commented another fan. Be sure to share this video with all the girl dads in your life! You can find the source of this story’s featured image here. The post Loving Dad Melts Hearts Playing Stylist for His Baby Daughter in Adorable Video appeared first on InspireMore.

A Milwaukee teen suffering from MALS had the experience of a lifetime when she met her country music icon‚ Zach Bryan. Megan Pederson‚ 19‚ has been battling Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS) for years. As Megan explained to WTMJ-4‚ The disorder “cuts off blood supply to your digestive organs‚ so they don’t really function the way they should.” MALS is extremely painful and most doctors don’t know how to treat it. “It was like a nightmare that I couldn’t escape. Like everything I once knew was gone‚” she told the publication. Throughout her journey with the syndrome‚ Megan has relied on Zach Bryan’s music. She said his lyrics and melodies give her peace during her most challenging moments. “His music just isn’t music to me‚” she shared. “It’s my escape. It’s my everything.” in 2023‚ the teen stayed in Oklahoma for over two months to work with specialists‚ and she explained those days as “the worst” and “the best days” of her life. One of the best days came when she was able to go to her first Zach Bryan concert. While she was in the crowd‚ she met Zach’s dad‚ Dwayne‚ and formed a lasting friendship with him. “We had an instant connection‚” he said. @goodnewscorrespondent Megan couldn’t believe it when Zach Bryan came off stage to gift her his guitar. Megan who has been very ill made a sign that one of her life goals was to meet him. Well‚ not only did she meet him but got a backstage tour. Love this .: @meganspederson ♬ original sound – Good News Correspondent After meeting Dwayne‚ he made it a point to stay in touch with Megan. He would often call to check in and chat‚ and one day he had good news—his son was playing a concert near her‚ and he invited her to sit stageside. “That countdown was once so big‚” Megan said. “We didn’t know if I would make it another day‚ another week. We didn’t know if I would make it until Christmas‚ let alone the concert.” On March 20th‚ Megan made it to the big day‚ and Zach Bryan was ready to greet her with a signed guitar‚ hugs and conversations‚ and a backstage pass. While Megan said she felt like she was going to faint from excitement‚ her time with Zach was a “revival” for her body and soul. “Mentally‚ his music has gotten me through a hundred percent of my worst days‚” she admitted. “And I firmly believe that’s the reason why.” You can find the source of this story’s featured image here. The post A Teen Suffering From MALS Gets Experience Of A Lifetime From Country Star Zach Bryan appeared first on InspireMore.

When this horse met a baby‚ he didn’t know what to do with himself. So he did what humans would do and made funny faces. Miranda Kelmendi captured a video of the hilarious encounter and posted it on Viralhog earlier this month. It didn’t take long for it to make it’s way through the internet and bring smiles and laughs to millions. @pubity The baby looked fed up after the 2nd time #Pubity (Miranda Kelmendi via ViralHog) ♬ original sound – Pubity The video shows a baby visiting a stable‚ and he’s parked in a stroller right outside a horse’s stall. The curious equine doesn’t know what to think about the tiny human‚ so he sticks out his tongue and shakes his head back and forth—making absolutely ridiculous faces. “This horse was making silly‚ goofy faces at my baby…” she captioned. When the baby doesn’t react‚ the horse sniffs the stroller and studies the baby. Then he goes right back into his antics. That baby doesn’t seem amused by the show‚ but Miranda hysterically laughs in the background. “Best derpiest sweetheart‚” a commenter wrote. “Perfection. ” “Omg that’s the cutest and funniest thing ever‚” wrote another. Share this story with all your baby and horse-loving friends! You can find the source of this story’s featured image here. The post Curious Horse Hilariously Attempts To Entertain Baby With Goofy Faces appeared first on InspireMore.

Nobody wants to spend hours delayed in traffic; it’s a nightmare on wheels for those with back pain. Take it from Olivia Sabedra-Buck‚ a 36-year-old marketing manager from Santa Barbara‚ California‚ who has suffered from severe lower back pain caused by a ruptured disk during her daily commute. “When it was at its worst‚ even driving 10 or 15 minutes sucked‚” Sabedra-Buck explained in an interview with SELF. Do you suffer from back discomfort that worsens while you’re locked in your car? Have no fear! With a little expert advice and a splash of imagination‚ we can transform your road trips from insufferable to downright enjoyable. 1. Plan your path to painless travel Let’s start with some strategic planning. Dr. Arya N. Shamie‚ an orthopedic surgery and neurosurgery professor at UCLA School of Medicine‚ recommends investigating other routes and timing your trip to avoid the worst traffic. As Dr. Shamie puts it‚ “Minimizing the amount of time you spend in the vehicle might help.”  And why not make your ride more enjoyable while you’re at it? Make a road trip playlist or listen to your favorite podcast to make the miles go by quickly and happily. 2. Sit in style for a comfortable cruise Prepare to ride in luxury! Dr. Shamie recommends adjusting your seat to ergonomic perfection to keep your spine happy and healthy. As Dr. Shamie suggests‚ “Situate yourself so your back follows the gentle‚ S-shaped curve of a healthy spine.” Say goodbye to uncomfortable hunching and hello to a comfortable‚ supported ride. 3. Pillow power: adding fluff for a happy back Dr. Dante Implicito‚ a spine specialist and chair of orthopedics at Hackensack University Hospital‚ recommends adding a soft pillow to your seat to keep your spine healthy and prevent slouching. Dr. Implicito says‚ “It puts pressure on your back above your waistline and pushes your belly forward a bit‚ which is a better posture for driving.” It’s like a mini-spa day for your back‚ right in your vehicle! 4. Shake it up: continue moving and grooving on the go Who says you have to sit motionless on a road trip? Julie Sherry‚ a physical therapist at UW Health‚ suggests shaking things up with some on-the-go exercises. In the words of Sherry‚ “Make it a point to do small—but impactful—movements throughout the drive that’ll limit stress on your back and keep you from getting fatigued.” Switch hands on the wheel‚ wriggle in your seat—anything to keep your muscles limber and your spirits up! 5. Exit strategy: depart with care to maintain comfort As your adventure draws to a close‚ it’s time for the grand finale: the graceful exit. Dr. Christopher Bise PT‚ DPT‚ PhD‚ an assistant professor of physical therapy at the University of Pittsburgh School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences‚ advocates for a smooth exit‚ activating your core and taking it easy as you bid farewell to your faithful automobile. The doctor points out‚ “Your core muscles are connected to your spine‚ and they help stabilize it so it doesn’t move back and forth.” And remember‚ the adventure does not end when you park! Take time to stretch your legs and bask in the satisfaction of reaching your destination. With these useful ideas‚ you’ll be traveling down the highway with ease. So buckle up‚ roll down the windows‚ and prepare to make those road trips stress-free and painless!  The post 5 ways to transform car rides from painful to pleasant first appeared on The Optimist Daily: Making Solutions the News.

As the Yurok Tribe makes great progress towards regaining its ancient lands‚ the reverberations of history may be heard in the towering redwoods of northern California. After centuries of dispossession‚ the Yurok people have reached an extraordinary agreement with the Redwood National and State Parks and the nonprofit Save the Redwoods League. This important agreement will see the tribe co-manage 125 acres of land near Orick‚ California‚ by 2026. The significance of this moment is expressed by Rosie Clayburn‚ the tribe’s cultural resources director‚ who states‚ “The return of the land is proof of the sheer will and perseverance of the Yurok people.” With 90 percent of their homelands taken during the Gold Rush‚ this compensation is a significant milestone in their continuous quest for justice. Renewing stewardship This deal means more to the Yurok Tribe than just ownership; it represents the restoration of their proper duty as land guardians. Clayburn goes on to say‚ “As the original stewards of this land‚ we look forward to working together with the Redwood National and State Parks to manage it.” This collaborative approach builds on millennia of Native wisdom‚ recognizing that indigenous peoples have significant insights into sustainable land management. The proposed development of a traditional Yurok town and cultural center demonstrates the tribe’s dedication to maintaining their heritage while encouraging community involvement. By combining sacred relics and educational exhibits‚ the center will serve as a beacon of cultural resurrection‚ enticing visitors to embark on a voyage of discovery among the ancient redwoods. Building bridges through restoration Beyond cultural regeneration‚ this pact ushers in a new era of environmental responsibility. The restoration of salmon habitat in Prairie Creek represents the convergence of cultural preservation and environmental protection. Over the last three years‚ the Yurok have worked tirelessly to restore this crucial ecosystem‚ bringing life back to a stream that had been choked by industrial exploitation. Superintendent Steve Mietz of Redwoods National Park acknowledges the partnership’s transformative impact‚ stating‚ “It is healing the land while healing the relationships among all the people who inhabit this magnificent forest.” Restoration efforts not only replenish biodiversity but also promote reconciliation among disparate populations. A growing movement The Yurok Tribe’s journey toward co-management of National Park lands is consistent with a larger global movement pushing for indigenous land rights. Indigenous communities are regaining control of their ancestral territories‚ from the Musqueam people reclaiming holy burial grounds in Vancouver to the Land Buy-Back Program in the United States. Despite legal complexity and historical injustices‚ these projects provide a glimpse of hope in the fight for reparation. The Supreme Court’s major verdict on tribal sovereignty in 2020 revealed that the tide is moving in favor of indigenous peoples’ rights. However‚ achieving extensive land restoration requires persistent dedication and collaboration from all parties. As Rosie Clayburn put it‚ “Native people know how to manage this land the best.” The Yurok Tribe’s tale is an inspiration of perseverance and rebirth in the face of hardship‚ and it is paving the way for local conservation initiatives.  The post Restoring Indigenous stewardship: Yurok Tribe to co-managing National Park lands first appeared on The Optimist Daily: Making Solutions the News.

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