A mysterious fedora, a thieving cat and other stories that made us smile in 2025

By HOLLY RAMER

Even the most dedicated doomscrollers smile once in a while. Here’s a look back at some of the Associated Press stories that captured attention around the world and provided moments of brightness throughout 2025:

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