Conjoined twins with fused brains separated; surgeons practiced for months in virtual reality

Arthur and Bernardo finally get to see each other face to face. [Conjoined twins with fused brains separated; surgeons practiced for months in virtual reality]( The things human beings have figured out how to do boggles the mind sometimes, especially in the realm of medicine. It wasn't terribly long ago that people with a severe injury had to liquor up, bite a stick, have a body part sewn up or sawed off and hope for the best. (Sorry for the visual, but it's true.) The discoveries of antibiotics and anesthesia alone have completely revolutionized human existence, but we've gone well beyond that with what our best surgeons can accomplish. Surgeries can range from fairly simple to incredibly complex, but few surgeries are more complicated than separating conjoined twins with combined major organs. That's why the recent surgical separation of conjoined twin boys with fused brains in Brazil is so incredible. The twins, Bernardo and Arthur Lima, are almost 4 years old and have never seen one another's face. They've spent their lives conjoined at the top of their heads, facing opposite directions. Born as craniopagus twins (joined at the cranium), their brains were also fused together, making their separation extremely complex. According to the BBC, they've been cared for at the Instituto Estadual do Cérebro Paulo Niemeyer (Paulo Niemeyer State Brain Institute) in Rio de Janeiro for the past two and a half years. [Dad who poses in daughter's crocheted crop tops has become a wholesome viral phenomenon]( This is wholesome family content and brilliant marketing all rolled into one sweet story. Emily Beaver and her wonderful crochet creations have been getting a lot of love online lately, not only for her evident prowess with a needle, but also for her delightful models—her parents. Emily’s mom, Amy Beaver, started it all by wearing one of Emily’s designs, which caused a spike in views on her social media. But then Emily’s Dad, Jeff Beaver, started sporting Emily’s fabulous crop tops, and let’s just say … people were hooked. [For the]( libraries: How your favorite yogurt can help kids learn to read.]( Did you know 1 in 4 children grow up not learning how to read? Without reading skills and a love for books, kids’ options in life become limited. Principal Maria Castellanos of Dolores Huerta Elementary School is on a mission to show her students what’s possible. “Reading is the number one factor in determining success later in life,” she says. That’s why school libraries are vital spaces for children to learn. Yoplait and Box Tops for Education surprised Dolores Huerta Elementary with a renovated library that includes colorful reading areas and a trove of new books that promote representation. Now students can pick up more books that reflect who they are and come together in a beautiful space to share in the joy of reading. Yoplait proudly supports schools in need with Box Tops. Buy your favorite participating Yoplait products and scan the receipt using the Box Tops app to earn cash for a school of your choice. Now there's a delicious win-win! Visit [boxtops4education.com]( or the app to learn more. [Non-Americans are sharing the quintessentially American things they wish they could do]( A group of self-described “non-Americans” shared the quintessential American things they wish they could do and it’s a great reminder of some of the endearing aspects of American culture that far too many of us take for granted. At a time when America is plagued by political divisions, it’s refreshing to remember that we all share a unique culture that others appreciate. The responses were prompted by Reddit user gaping__hole, who asked the online forum, “Non-Americans of Reddit: what is an American thing you have always wanted to try?” The most compelling thing about the responses is they didn’t center around the advantages afforded by the country’s commitment to freedom and individuality. Instead, they focused on the day-to-day experiences that the average American enjoys. [Proud mama ferret wants her human to pet babies and isn't taking no for an answer]( Sometimes you come across a video that's just too sweet not to share. That's the case with this video of a mama ferret that has recently given birth and wants nothing more than her owner to cuddle with her babies. At first it looks like she's coming over to her owner's hand for some pets but she soon starts gently trying to get the human fingers in her mouth to pull them. After a few tries, the ferret is successful and tugs the hand over to her box that looks to be filled with material but then tiny cries can be heard. It's full of tiny babies! The person does a quick pat and removes their hand but the ferret is having none of it. She is proud of her babies and she is determined for her human to get a good look at them. I've always heard that ferrets are smart creatures. I just had no idea they were also so persistent when it comes to things they want. This mama ferret marched herself right back to her human as if to say "excuse me, we aren't done here." It doesn't take much convincing for the person to give the babies another look. Find us on the World Wide Web: [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [Twitter]( [Website]( [LinkedIn]( Copyright © 2022 GOOD | Upworthy, All rights reserved. 1370 N St Andrews Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90028 You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe from this list](.