Girl pulls pre-Viking era sword from lake

COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — Her name conjures up Old Nordic tales about heroic accomplishments and that’s exactly what Saga this summer did when she stumbledRead More

Toddler shreds more than $1,000 in cash

HOLLADAY, Utah (AP) — A toddler in Utah was a little too helpful when he shredded more than $1,000 that his parents were saving. BenRead More

Police: Letters show man killed in car blast planned explosion

ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) — A man used homemade explosives to blow up a car last weekend, killing himself, his toddler son and an adult friendRead More

Beloved octopus ‘whisperer’ to be honored after nearly 8,000 hours of volunteer service

A beloved ctopus “whisperer” will be honored Thursday evening after logging nearly 8,000 hours of volunteer service at the New England Aquarium. Wilson Menashi, a retired engineer, hasRead More

Dunkin’ to celebrate historic Red Sox season with $1.08 coffee

Dunkin’ plans to help Boston Red Sox fans celebrate the team’s historic 108-win season next week with a special offer. DD Perks members can score a $1.08Read More

Gerber launches search for 2019 ‘spokesbaby’

(WHDH) — Gerber has launched its ninth annual photo search contest, which gives parents across the United States the opportunity to see their young child become theRead More

Toys ‘R’ Us comeback in the works

(WHDH) — Toys ‘R’ Us shuttered its doors for good this past summer after declaring bankruptcy but a comeback could be in the works. Plans areRead More

Man determined to walk again after blood infection from dog

MILWAUKEE (AP) — A Wisconsin man who lost part of his forearms and legs after contracting a rare blood infection from dog saliva is beingRead More

Applebee’s rolling out new $1 cocktail for Halloween

(WHDH) — In celebration of Halloween, Applebee’s is rolling out a new electric-blue-colored cocktail topped with a gummy brain for just $1. The “Dollar Zombie” willRead More

Boo! A Halloween display so scary that neighbor calls 911

WEST FARGO, N.D. (AP) — A Halloween decoration hanging in the window of a North Dakota home is so scary that it prompted calls fromRead More