Back in 2001 Jarrett Krosoczka was visiting his old elementary school in Worcester to talk to students about his first book, "Good Night, Monkey Boy," which had just been published. While he was there, he ran into the school's longtime "lunch lady," Jean Cargilia, who started chatting about her grandchildren. (feeds.boston.com)

In the past month, at least 22 Afghan children under the age of 5 have frozen to death in refugee camps in Kabul, prompting deep concerns among aid workers. (feeds.nytimes.com)