Search results: new year

The heartbreaking story of Bailey Cooper is enough to leave anyone in tears

A routine checkup had discovered that Bailey’s cancer had returned. Once again, the 9-year-old fought admirably against the odds, all the while battling the disease with a courage reserved for the very hardiest of types. ...

Former rugby player left paralysed for life after eating slug in party dare

In 2010, a 19-year-old Sam Ballard, at the time a burgeoning rugby player, was hanging with friends drinking wine at a party. One of his buddies plucked a slug from the garden, placed it on ...

Woman’s mother gets sick – then records reveal the family’s horrifying secret

When Monica was 16, her mom became ill and so her daughter was asked to take medical records to the hospital where she was being treated. Curious as she was, Monica looked through the records ...

Son brought back to life after car wreck – wakes up and tells mom about heaven

When their family car collided with an ambulance, Julie Kemp was left on the brink of solitude. Her husband Andy had been killed instantly and her 8-year-old son Landon suffered serious head trauma. 'DEAD' BOY ...

Nearly 200 horses found dead in Arizona – the reason will break your heart

Large parts of Arizona have endured an extensive drought following a winter with little rain or snow. State officials say that’s the main reason 191 horses died near the stock pond in Gray Mountain. It’s ...

The incredible story of Victoria Arlen will leave you heartbroken

In 2006, when Victoria was 11, she gradually slipped into a coma having initially exhibited flu-like symptoms. She had no control of her arms, couldn’t swallow properly and couldn’t find the right words when she ...

School punishes girl for hitting boy: Then mom realises the truth and rushes to the principle

I’m an Emergency Room nurse and we’re not allowed to have our phones on us; they’re to be kept in our lockers. A call comes into hospital reception on a private line for me. Teacher: ...

Mom gets best letter ever from son – after divorce from abusive husband

Bob’s incredible story “I’m a divorce lawyer. At times, I feel as if I’ve heard and seen it all. But ten years ago, a woman walked into my office with a whole new agenda, and ...

Parents agree to donate brain-dead son’s organs: Hours later, he does something to amaze doctors

When 13-year-old Trenton McKinley was involved in a freak utility vehicle accident, he ended up on the brink of death. Miraculously, he survived, but his brain was so badly damaged that he remained in a ...

Cashier looks closer at customer’s face: Seconds later she instantly bursts into tears

With Mother’s Day in Australia quickly approaching, Donna was on Tina’s mind. She was probably trying her best to figure how to celebrate the day without one of her children. That’s when radio hosts at ...