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You may have seen people giving extra hugs today, because July 21 is "Global Hug Your Kid Day." Many Bronx moms and dads celebrated by giving their little ones big hugs. The day was designated in

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Bronx families embrace 'Global Hug Your Kid Day'

You may have seen people giving extra hugs today, because July 21 is "Global Hug Your Kid Day." Many Bronx moms and dads celebrated by giving their little ones big hugs. The day was designated in

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