Left for Dead on Everest — The Miraculous Survival of Lincoln Hall (Expanded retelling)

High on Mount Everest, where the air is thin enough to steal your breath and the wind strips language from your lips, ordinary rules no longer apply. In late May 2006, Australian climber Lincoln Hall learned that lesson the hardest way possible — and then, impossibly, taught the world something new about survival, compassion, and…

A decade-long study reveals a 900-degree temperature gap depending on whether your bedroom door is open or closed during a fire

Most people never think twice about whether they sleep with their bedroom door cracked open or shut. Some like the airflow, others want to hear movement around the house. But fire researchers say that tiny decision could determine whether you survive a nighttime blaze. After spending ten years examining how fires move through homes, the…

Food Historian Explains Why Some Leftovers Taste Even Better the Next Day

Many people have strong opinions about leftovers — and for a lot of us, the rule is simple: if it was delicious yesterday, it might be even better today. Cold pizza, reheated pasta, leftover curry… they all seem to gain a little magic after spending a night in the fridge. And as it turns out,…

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Tucked away in the peaceful Fairview area of Duffield, Virginia, this cozy 2-bed, 1-bath farmhouse sits on an expansive 35.64-acre property, offering a blend of privacy, space, and convenient access to US-23 just a mile down the road. Built in 1900, the home carries a century of character with plenty of updated features already in…

The Hidden Reality Behind How Crabsticks Are Really Made

Most people love the sweetness and soft texture of crabsticks — especially in sushi, salads, or as a quick seafood snack. They look like crab, they’re shaped like crab… but a viral behind-the-scenes video recently revealed what goes into making them. And let’s just say, the internet didn’t take it well. If you’ve ever enjoyed…

Laika’s Final Mission: The Little Dog Who Carried Humanity’s Dreams

Laika’s tale remains one of the most sorrowful and unforgettable moments in the history of space exploration. She wasn’t bred for greatness, nor was she chosen from a prestigious kennel. She was a quiet, gentle stray wandering the streets of Moscow — a dog whose steady temperament made her stand out to Soviet researchers searching…

Why Your Kitchen Scissors Have That Odd Serrated Section Between the Handles

Most people overlook it, but it’s one of the most useful features on your kitchen shears. If you’ve ever taken a closer look at the area where your kitchen scissor handles meet, you’ve probably noticed a set of ridged or jagged teeth tucked between the grips. It looks random — almost decorative — and many…

Domino’s pizza guy saves woman’s life, then gets to meet Taylor Swift He spotted her subtle cry for help over her kidnapper’s shoulder and took immediate action. Joey Grundl, Domino’s, pizza delivery, hero, rescue, kidnapped, Taylor Swift, Reputation Tour, Wisconsin, WITI Milwaukee Joey Grundy the delivery driver speaks on camera WITI Milwaukee | YouTube By Tod Perry, GOOD Staff Nov 04, 2025 It’s one of those classic “right place, right time” stories that’s resonating with audiences all over again. Joey Grundl, a Domino’s pizza delivery driver in Waldo, Wisconsin, was just doing his job when he was thrust into a life-or-death situation and hailed as a hero. Grundl was delivering a pizza when the door was answered by a man, Dean Hoffman. But it was what Grundl saw over Hoffman’s shoulder that set off alarms. He spotted a middle-aged woman with a visible injury who was desperately, and silently, trying to get a message to him. Go Deeper Domino’s pizza guy saves woman’s life then meets Taylor Swift Domino’s pizza guy saves woman’s life then meets Taylor Swift Pizza delivery driver Joey Grundl speaks in an interview Pizza guy whose quick thinking saved a woman’s life gets the reward of a lifetime “I gave him his pizza, and then I noticed behind him was his girlfriend,” Grundl told WITI Milwaukee. “She pointed to a black eye that was quite visible. She mouthed the words, ‘Call the police.'” Joey Grundl, Domino’s, pizza delivery, hero, rescue, kidnapped, Taylor Swift, Reputation Tour, Wisconsin, WITI Milwaukee YouTube Sign Up for The Daily GOOD! Get our free newsletter delivered to your inbox Grundl kept his composure, finished the transaction, and walked back to his car. The moment he was safely inside, he dialed 911. “I had a delivery. It was a middle-aged couple. The woman clearly had a black eye. She pointed to it, and I swear she mouthed ‘help me,'” he told the 911 operator. Police were dispatched to the home. Hoffman tried to block them from entering, but they eventually got inside and arrested him. The details that emerged later revealed just how dire the situation was. The woman, Hoffman’s ex-girlfriend, told authorities she believed he would have killed her that night. He had shown up uninvited, punched her in the face, and “hog-tied” her with a vacuum power cord. “If you love me, you will let me go,” she pleaded, but he reportedly replied, “You know I can’t do that.” She also told police he had threatened to shoot them both with a gun he had in his car. Joey Grundl, Domino’s, pizza delivery, hero, rescue, kidnapped, Taylor Swift, Reputation Tour, Wisconsin, WITI Milwaukee Police car parked outside a home Canva “I’m grateful (the delivery driver) was paying attention, because it could have been a lot worse,” a neighbor, Amy Hammarlund, told the press. The story of the hero pizza guy went viral, but it had a second, unexpected chapter. When Grundl gave his TV interviews, he was wearing a Taylor Swift “Reputation Tour” hoodie. Swift’s fans, the “Swifties,” immediately sprang into action, tagging the superstar in photos of the hero. Grundl, a big fan, already had tickets to an upcoming Swift concert. When Swift learned of his heroic act, she arranged for him to come backstage. “She knew who I was,” Grundl jokingly tweeted after the show. “I’m thoroughly convinced Taylor gave me a cold.” Joey Grundl, Domino’s, pizza delivery, hero, rescue, kidnapped, Taylor Swift, Reputation Tour, Wisconsin, WITI Milwaukee Gif of Taylor Swift making heart sign with her hands via Giphy The entire experience was, understandably, a whirlwind. “This has been one of the most exciting weeks of my life,” Grundl said at the time. “I’m legitimately getting emotional and I almost never get like this… I guess I can really say I’m doing better than I ever was.” This article originally appeared 6 years ago.

What started as a routine pizza delivery in Waldo, Wisconsin turned into a rescue that made national headlines. Joey Grundl, a Domino’s driver, was simply dropping off an order when he unintentionally stepped into the middle of a terrifying situation — one that could have cost a woman her life. Grundl knocked on the door…

Paralyzed at 18, she’s walking again thanks to a groundbreaking robotic exoskeleton

Caroline Laubach’s early adulthood was marked by more medical battles than most people face in a lifetime. By 22, she had survived heart failure, endured a spinal stroke that paralyzed her from the waist down, received a heart transplant, and beaten cancer twice. Simply being alive is remarkable on its own — but now, she’s…

15 Classic Casseroles That Bring Boomers and Gen Xers Straight Back Home

For many Gen Xers and Baby Boomers, a single bite of a childhood dish can instantly transport them back to the family dinner table. And few foods spark more nostalgic comfort than the humble casserole. These warm, hearty, one-pan wonders were staples in homes across America. Pulled sizzling from the oven and set in the…