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Monkey Trapped in Tiny Cage for 7 Years, Lovingly Holds Rescuer’s Hand
Macaques are social creatures that enjoy the company of many friends. Sadly, there are many that are trapped, all alone in their tiny cages, and kept as pets by people who don’t really care much about their welfare.
Outside a temple in Rayong Province, eastern Thailand, there are over a hundred animals that are either placed inside tiny cages or put on a leash. The facility was not fit to be a sanctuary for these animals; most of them are neglected.

While the animals are being fed and given water, their tiny cages are just too little for them to live normal, comfortable lives. This is especially heartbreaking for a macaque named Khai Now.
A social creature, Khai Now is trapped inside the tiny cage and would often crouch in a corner, probably feeling sorry for himself. Visitors to the Thai temple would sometimes give it scraps of food but others throw garbage at the poor monkey or even give him alcohol!
For 7 years, the monkey was left lonely and filthy inside his tiny cage.

When the Wildlife Friends Foundation in Thailand (WFFT) heard about their plight, a rescue mission was planned. Tom Taylor was among those tasked to assess the area and check what could be done to save the animals.
Tom’s heart broke at the sight of the sad monkey who seemed to be such a gentle creature despite being trapped inside that tiny enclosure. As he approached the cage, the monkey stuck its small hand out of the cage and grasped his hand in a heartbreaking gesture.

The monkey must have been desperate for comfort and felt that this guy was going to help him out. Tom spent a few minutes talking to the poor creature, giving it food and water before planning out how to get him and the rest of the animals out of the temple.
He was malnourished and had behavioral problems, according to Tom’s assessment, but Khai Now was soon moved to a better home at the WFFT sanctuary.

“Khai Now is a gentle soul. He wanted nothing more than to groom me, or hold me for comfort,” Tom shared.
“It never ceases to amaze that animals such as Khai Now can still have some level of trust in humans after seeing what we have done to them.”
Due to his many years of isolation, the staff felt that he was not yet prepared to be placed among other macaques, but he was slowly warming up to the people in the sanctuary.

He would soon be moved with the other monkeys once he is healthier.
Image credits: WFFT / The Epoch Times

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Elementary Students Praised for Playing “One Day” Using Ukuleles
Elementary students at a school in Mindanao earned praise online after playing “One Day” using their ukuleles for a presentation.
Many netizens were impressed about their skills, with some commenting that it’s a difficult piece to play on a ukulele, yet most of them nailed it! Wow.
Elementary Students Play “One Day” Using Their Ukuleles
A lot of people these days have this mistaken notion that kids are only fond of using cellphones and no longer enjoy playing with traditional toys or learning how to use a traditional musical instrument – because you can find lots of options for those online or with their phones.
But a group of students from Dipolog Pilot Demonstration School impressed netizens with their skills in playing the ukulele as they presented “One Day” for the school’s 100-year celebration.
Seated on the steps of their school, the kids played the musical instruments seamlessly, except for a few issues.

And while some netizens pointed out that one of the kids appear to be struggling with the proper chords and kept shifting around during the entire performance, the overall presentation is still quite impressive!
Many netizens even commented on the post of the Facebook page “Kung Taga-Oroquieta City Ka” that they were deeply touched by the kids’ presentation and were crying while watching. Awww.
A lot also praised the coaches who made this possible – and others felt proud of the children even if they had no idea who these little ones are.
It’s also quite impressive to see that the class had so many ukuleles. It is unknown whether the kids own the musical instruments or if the school provided them, but what’s clear is that their presentation is truly admirable.
What’s a Ukulele?
A ukulele is a type of string musical instrument that’s smaller than a guitar. It usually has nylon strings as opposed to the metal used in standard guitars.
The instrument also has four strings but isn’t considered a “kid’s instrument” only. Instead, it can be played by kids and adults alike.
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Proud Vendor Dad Offers Free Taho after Daughter Passes Board Exams for Teachers
One proud vendor dad offered free taho for everyone when his daughter passed the LET (Licensure Examination for Teachers).
Netizens were even more impressed to learn that the young lady passed after doing a self-review.
Truly amazing, right?
Vendor Offers Free Taho after Daughter Passes Teacher’s Board
Passing the board exams is truly a milestone that everyone can be proud of – and most of the time, the parents are their children’s proudest cheerleaders!
Of course, spouses and kids also feel the same thing. For example, a taxi driver offered free rides after his wife passed the LET.

The proud parents of a student who passed that same LET are also offering free taho to their customers.
Bobby and Rose Torallo happily got a tarpaulin up to celebrate the success of their daughter, Rosebel Cielo Torallo. The young woman had graduated cum laude from Baao Community College in Baao, Camarines Sur.


Apparently, based on her mom’s post on Facebook, she had also self-reviewed for the licensure exams – and this made her success even sweeter for the family.
In the post of her mom, Rose, it showed that the family’s main source of income is from selling taho. It was through this that the parents were able to send their kids to school.

Rose lamented that there were times when people looked down on their because they are “just” taho vendors.
Thankfully, the family didn’t mind what these people are saying. Instead, they persevered and put their faith in God.
She thanked all her kids for cooperating and striving hard to succeed in their studies even if their parents are only supporting them by selling taho.

How to Celebrate Passing the Board Exams
There are many ways to celebrate passing the board the exams. Some of these are:
- Throwing a party
- Buying cake
- Going on a trip
- Treating your family, friends, or even strangers to something (such as a free rides from taxi drivers or free taho from vendors)
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Jollibee Praised for Hiring PWD Crew (Communicates via Writing or Sign Language)
Jollibee recently earned praise for hiring a PWD crew who can only communicate via writing or sign language.
What’s great is that this isn’t the first time that the Pinoy fast food brand went viral for a similar thing.
Jollibee Goes Viral for Hiring PWD Crew
In the fast-paced world of a fast food restaurant, especially one as popular as Jollibee, the service crew is often busy.
Everyone needs to be ready to help out the customers and work hard to achieve the company’s goals of making them satisfied.

Still, the fast food company is making waves online for hiring a crew member who can only communicate via writing or sign language.
Netizen Mylene Manalo Consignado shared that she was in tears upon seeing a young woman named Maria Celeste working at a Jollibee outlet.

The young lady is in full Jollibee uniform but has a large nametag that also indicates she’s a PWD (person with disability).
The nametag isn’t there for shaming her situation but to warn the customers that she isn’t like the rest of the crew. They can only communicate with her through writing or sign language – and the communication is preferably in English.


The situation is heartwarming, especially because many business establishments aren’t likely to hire PWDs because of their limited abilities. Consider that Jollibee is a busy work place, it’s amazing that Maria Celeste got her chance to be part of the team.

Amazingly, this isn’t a first for the company.
Some months ago, Jollibee was praised for hiring a tattooed guy – considering that people with tattoos are often judged for their inks, particularly in the workplace.
Where to Learn Sign Language
Sign language classes are often offered in special schools, such as those for children/people with disabilities.
You can also find online tutorials or classes.
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