Where do retired veterans go...when they're horses?
"I can't think of a better place that he would be." 12/11/19
Where Veteran Horses Retire After They've Served
The United States Army has horses that are up for adoption. The retiring horses were once part of the Old Guard Caisson Platoon, where they led military funerals, pageants, memorials and parades. When the horses retire, they need a place to go, so the Caisson Adoption Project helps pair them with a perfect home. Here's how the horse Quincy came to live with George Whitaker, a fellow retired veteran.
How Paralympian Mike Schultz Built His Own Prosthetic Leg
In 2008, Monster Mike Schultz, a pro snowmobile racer, had his left leg amputated above the knee. Seven months later, he was zooming around on a dirt bike wearing a prosthetic leg that he designed and built himself. Today, the action sports star is at the top of his game, and using his ingenuity to help other athletes reach their full potential.
The Bongeunsa Temple: An Oasis in the Middle of Seoul
A grand Buddhist temple sits in the midst of Seoul's modern buildings. Over 1,000 years old, the Bongeunsa Temple is a place where people go to pray, reflect and meditate. Do-yeon, one of the monks, shows us around the temple and the serene grounds.
Playing Minecraft to Raise Money for Cancer Research
Anna Maree Manciet has a dream job. She is a pro gamer for Alienware. And, yes, it is fun, but it also provides her opportunities to play with purpose. In Memphis, Anna Maree is on the campus of the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital to play Minecraft. Money raised from the livestreamed charity game will be used to help St. Jude fight cancer. For Anna Maree, it's a cause that hits especially close to home.
The Elaborate Art of Weaving Nanjing Yunjin Silk Brocade
It takes skill, patience and a massive loom to make Nanjing yunjin. The luxurious silk brocade dates back nearly 2,000 years in China. Designer Liu Junzheng crafts the traditional fabric with a team of artisans. They weave silk, gold, peacock feathers and other materials into intricate works of textile art.
Wildlife Biologist Wes Larson on His Favorite Outdoor Gear
Wildlife biologist, conservationist, and "Mission Wild" host Wes Larson presents a whole Santa bag of gifts for anyone who relishes the great outdoors as much as he does.
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