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A fiber art piece auctioned for charity drew competing bids, and one losing bidder congratulated the winner while celebrating that the Animal Fix Clinic in Pinole, California will receive the higher amount. The clinic, which provides spay and neuter services, benefits from the auction proceeds to support its work with animals.

A tribute has been shared for Sally Wilson Smith, wife of celebrated American sportswriter Gary Smith. The piece describes her as the second most extraordinary person in their long marriage, recalling her love of tennis and of life. Sports journalist Christopher Clarey drew attention to the tribute, encouraging others who may have missed it to read it.

The Tampa Bay Rays beat the New York Yankees in a closely contested game that left fans on edge until the end. Supporters of the Rays celebrated the win while admitting the game was tense throughout, with the outcome in doubt for much of the matchup. The result adds another chapter to the longstanding rivalry between the two AL East clubs.

A faith-based greeting quoting Psalm 118:24 — "This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it" — is circulating widely. The message is decorated with colourful emoji of angels, crosses, doves, churches and musicians, and ends with a call of "Amen." It is being shared as a daily devotional blessing, encouraging readers to rejoice and worship.

Speaking at the Helsinki security forum, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that at the start of the war Ukraine received NATO-standard weapons because it had none of its own, but today the country is glad to share its own experience with partners, calling that expertise exclusive. His remarks underline Ukraine's shift from weapons recipient to a source of battlefield knowledge for Western allies.

A homeowner crawled into the tightest corner of their attic to run a wire into the eaves, describing the job as miserable but successful. They expect to be itchy for a few days from contact with insulation but are glad the work is done, with a string now in place to help pull the wire through.

An independent game developer from Ukraine has launched the Steam page for their first game, Idle Trash, and is asking the public for support and feedback. The developer is also seeking help with creating sound for the game and thanks those who have already backed the project during its early stages.

Gladly announced the launch of Agentic Commerce, a new offering the customer service software company says will end what it calls retail's 'two-bot era' — where shoppers deal with a retail chatbot and a personal AI assistant talking past each other. The company says the platform lets AI agents complete purchases directly, streamlining service and commerce in one flow.

South Korean athlete Kim has won gold at the Asian Games, a victory that also grants him an exemption from mandatory military service. Speaking after the win, Kim expressed relief, saying he was glad it was over. In South Korea, Games gold medals excuse men from around 18 months of conscription, making the result a matter of intense public interest.

Travel writer Loredana Pascal is sharing a guide listing more than 75 French words and phrases for people visiting France. The list is pitched at tourists who want basic language skills for everyday situations in Paris and beyond. The item is circulating in travel and culture circles, tagged under travel, language, France and Europe.

Viewer reviews are circulating for "Bayside Shakedown N.E.W.", the latest installment of the popular Japanese police franchise. Fans praised the reunion, saying they were glad to meet Akihito Aoshima and his colleagues again, while older viewers reflected on how the film hits differently now that they have grown older. The roundup of user impressions has been picked up by Yahoo News in Japan.

Cornerback Amik Robertson has revealed he nearly walked away from football before getting his NFL shot, and he is now making an impact with the Washington Commanders. The story highlights his perseverance through setbacks and doubts about his professional future, with the team benefitting from his decision to keep pursuing a roster spot.

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow says he is glad to have wide receiver Mitchell Tinsley back with the team. The reunion has drawn attention among Bengals fans as the club continues shaping its receiving corps ahead of the season, with Burrow's endorsement seen as a positive signal for Tinsley's role in the offense.