CNN 5 Things 5 Good Things: Meet the Superhero Spreading Joy in All 50 States
Jul 26, 2025
A puppy named Tugger is training to be a service dog for a veteran, highlighting the importance of support animals. Tradition meets conservation with the practice of swan upping on the Thames, boosting swan populations. A globetrotting documentarian shares heartwarming tales of happiness collected from 195 countries. Indigenous youth kayak 310 miles to celebrate cultural heritage and environmental restoration. Plus, meet a real-life superhero on a mission of kindness, helping thousands across the nation in memory of his mother.
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Puppy Honors Phillies Legend
- Tugger, a yellow lab puppy, trains to become a service dog for a disabled veteran in Philadelphia.
- He honors Tug McGraw, a Phillies legend and Marine Corps reservist, carrying on his legacy.
Ancient Tradition Protects Swans
- Swan upping is a centuries-old conservation tradition on the River Thames in England.
- It protects mute swans and educates people by health-checking swan families.
Record Traveler Explores Happiness
- Michael Zervis broke the record by visiting every country in 499 days.
- He asked people worldwide about their happiest life moments and is now writing a book.