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A young boy who went viral in 2020 after his dad re-created a tear-jerking movie moment on his first day of school has finally met his Hollywood heroes — on the red carpet. Vinny Donnelly was just 4 when proud dad Sean Donnelly lined up his son’s favorite toys at the front door to see him off, a sweet nod to the emotional goodbye scene from Toy Story 3.

Calling all candy lovers: Have you ever tried pear drops or humbugs? The 1820s-era treats aren’t staples at the average U.S. candy store, but at The Oldest Sweet Shop in Pateley Bridge, England, they’ve been some of the establishment’s bestsellers for nearly 200 years.

Residents of Totnes, England, don’t have to go far to experience a safari — they can see an array of exotic “wildlife” just by driving through local streets. That’s thanks to artist Malcolm Curley, who’s installed over 300 handmade animal sculptures in and around town.

There are movie fans, and then there are movie superfans — the kind that bring elements from the imaginary world into the real world. Jon Fieldhouse is one of those people: He built the first-ever full-scale replica of the boat from Jaws, and tourists are traveling from around the globe to climb aboard.

“Don’t Stop Believin’” and “Sweet Caroline,” make room — “Nessun Dorma” may soon join the ranks of go-to karaoke songs. Earlier this month, a video of creative arts teacher Benjamin Gillham performing the opera classic went viral, leading the producers of The Voice UK and Britain’s Got Talent to reach out.