Sarah Scanlan

Atlanta

Senior Video Producer at USA Today

Digital Video Producer at Gannett's Video Production Center. We produce news/entertainment/tech/money videos for newspapers and TV stations, including USA Today

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Articles

Watch this trio of pranks fool these unsuspecting souls for a good April Fools’ Day laugh

1 month ago | ca.style.yahoo.com | Sarah Scanlan |Ronnie Li

It's April Fools’ Day, an occasion you may love or hate. Of course, that probably depends on whether you have a lot of practical jokers in your life and how far they're willing to go. Done right, pranks can be a great way to show someone you love them. So, in the name of fun, we've rounded up a few classics.
Watch this trio of pranks fool these unsuspecting souls for a good April Fools’ Day laugh

1 month ago | usatoday.com | Sarah Scanlan |Ronnie Li

It's April Fools’ Day, an occasion you may love or hate. Of course, that probably depends on whether you have a lot of practical jokers in your life and how far they're willing to go. Done right, pranks can be a great way to show someone you love them. So, in the name of fun, we've rounded up a few classics.
World Kindness Week: Watch 3 heartwarming moments that capture the love of family bonds

Nov 15, 2024 | usatoday.com | Saman Shafiq |Kendall Malinchock |Sarah Scanlan |Seth Carnell

As World Kindness Week comes to an end, highlighting unforgettable family moments that capture the warmth and love of family reunions and support. From a toddler sprinting through the airport in excitement upon seeing his grandmother to a mother breaking down in tears upon seeing her son after two years apart, here are three heartwarming moments bound to warm you up and give you all the feels.
Surprise pinch hitter!

Sep 5, 2024 | newsbreak.com | Sarah Scanlan

Kansas City Royals catcher, Salvador Perez, stops to join a group of kids in a backyard game of wiffle ball in Kansas City, Kansas. Kansas City Royals Welcome to the Humankind newsletter. I’m Sarah Scanlan, here to sprinkle some joy into your day. This week’s uplifting stories include:⚾️ Salvador Perez, the Kansas City Royals catcher, surprised a group of kids by joining their backyard wiffle ball game .
How did he keep this a secret?!

Aug 29, 2024 | newsbreak.com | Sarah Scanlan

Man learns Chinese in secret to propose to his girlfriend @yinrun_hello on Instagram Welcome to your one-stop-shop for things that make you go “awwww”—it’s the latest batch of Good News from Humankind. Hey y'all! 👋 I’m Sarah Scanlan. Let’s get your weekend started off with some good vibes. 😎 Thanks for taking the time to enjoy our weekly good news offerings. I f you think your friends and family might like a Friday boost, please invite them to sign up for our newsletter right here.
Toddler's daily greeting to dad is adorable each day after work

Mar 22, 2024 | usatoday.com | Sarah Scanlan

A father in Atlanta is on the receiving end of the warmest welcome from his toddler son each day after work. A video of the daily greeting, captured by his mom, Asha Lane, and relatable to many parents of little ones, shows 17-month-old Zion running to the door whenever he hears the jangling of keys in the lock. The boy drops what he's doing to be sure he's ready and waiting when his father, Nathaniel Lane, walks in.
Watch a tortoise in Florida cozy up for a selfie with a camera

Mar 12, 2024 | usatoday.com | Sarah Scanlan

A news photographer in Clermont, Florida, got a close-up look at a tortoise trying to figure out if his camera was a friend or foe. USA TODAY's Jasper Colt was covering a story at the National Training Center Track Complex, where Olympic sprinter Noah Lyles trains, when he spotted the slow-and-steady gopher tortoise. As soon as Colt placed his equipment in the grass, the animal approached to satisfy its curiosity and assert its territory.
Soldier surprises younger brother at school after 3 years overseas

Feb 23, 2024 | news.yahoo.com | Sarah Scanlan

A soldier in Fremont, Nebraska, surprised his little brother at school after three years apart. Jacob was stationed overseas with the United States Army. When he returned, he decided to drop in on his younger sibling, Tristan, at the boy's high school. Watch the moment Tristan realizes his brother is back home in the video above. Humankind is your go-to spot for good news! Click here to submit your uplifting, cute, or inspiring video moments for us to feature.
Watch this U.S. Army soldier surprise his little brother after 3 years

Feb 23, 2024 | usatoday.com | Sarah Scanlan

A soldier in Fremont, Nebraska, surprised his little brother at school after three years apart. Jacob was stationed overseas with the United States Army. When he returned, he decided to drop in on his younger sibling, Tristan, at the boy's high school. Watch the moment Tristan realizes his brother is back home in the video above. Humankind is your go-to spot for good news! to submit your uplifting, cute, or inspiring video moments for us to feature.
Watch this little boy's adorable reaction to hearing mom and dad for the first time

Feb 16, 2024 | usatoday.com | Sarah Scanlan

A baby in Monmouth, Maine shared an infectious smile after hearing his parents' voices for the first time. Beckett McNaughton, who was born deaf, received special hearing aids. When they were switched on by an audiologist, the moving moment was captured on camera. Watch a little boy hear his mom and dad for the first time in the video above. Humankind is your go-to spot for good news! to submit your uplifting, cute, or inspiring video moments for us to feature.