Got Kidney Stones? Ride a Roller Coaster, Says Study
This amusing 2016 study was just awarded the Ig Nobel Prize for Medicine.
Before He Dies, Architect Designs Living Space With Everything You Need in a Green Oasis of Stunning Beauty
No two features of the citadel were designed the same – every doorway and pillar are designed uniquely.
Sweet Senior Has Given Away 6,000 Chocolate Bars to Strangers in Decade-Long Act of Kindness
This 93-year-old is nicknamed “The Candy Man” because he has spent the last 11 years giving away chocolate bars to strangers.
Meet the World’s First ‘Non-Melting’ Ice Pop
The sweet treat was developed using an edible version of an ultra-resilient WWII material.
‘Groundbreaking’ Type 1 Diabetes Drug Has Just Been Trialed on First Human Patients–With No Side Effects
The research facility is now looking for more adult patients to participate in the treatment.
26 Years of Research Shows Cardiovascular Health in Dairy Lovers is Not Aversely Affected by Choosing Cheese
Contrary to what the average dietary guidelines say about fromage, these new studies all show that cheese is much better for you than you might think.
Walmart Employee Gets On the Floor to Support Woman After She Passes Out
The worker, who has been identified only as Jason, did not hesitate to help the stranger after she was recovering in a Walmart last month.
9/11 Newsletter and Podcast Highlights Inspiring Good News That Sprang Up in Wake of Attacks
All who are old enough to remember the tragedy of September 11, 2001 might not recall with equal vividness the inspiring outbreak of helpfulness...
James Patterson Donates Heaps of Cash to School Classrooms—and Now He’s Donating $2Mil More
The best-selling novelist hopes that his donations will help encourage American students to fall in love with reading the same way that he did.
In ‘World First’, Beer Company Ditches Plastic 6-Pack Rings for Glue
The initiative is projected to save hundreds of tons of plastic waste from ending up in landfills every year.
When 92-year-old Woman Orders Food Straight From Delivery Guy, He Obliges and Helps Her Out
This young man is a perfect example of how we can be more patient with our elders.
Baggage Handlers at Airport Where Freddie Mercury Once Worked Honor Him With Special Birthday Performance
It was the late singer's 72nd birthday this week, so his fellow baggage handlers decided to honor his special day with a special performance.
Internet Finds Out ‘Gilligan’s Island’ Actress Needs Help, Fans Flock to Support Her
Dawn Wells has fallen on hard times over the course of the last decade – but her fans are determined to lend a hand as a thank you for her televised joy.
Study Shows Patients Will Recover More Quickly When the Doctor Uses Different Words
This new study shows just how helpful an encouraging doctor can be for your recovery and health.
Homeless Man Protects Stolen Bike After Angry-worded Poster Shamed Thief into Returning It
Shannon Loys had expressed her frustration over someone stealing her husband's specially-modified bike – but her frustration actually helped return it.
Watch Stevie Wonder Perform Heartfelt Farewell Tribute at Aretha Franklin’s Funeral
During a funeral that was only fit for a Queen, Stevie Wonder ensured that Aretha Franklin was given a proper farewall for her service.
Scientists Have Developed a ‘Breakthrough’ That May Defeat Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria
The breakthrough could bring dozen of old medications back into the game.
Policeman Moved by Plea for Parenthood Adopts Baby of Drug-Addicted Homeless Woman
When a distressed homeless woman asked him to adopt her newborn daughter, this compassionate cop did not hesitate to oblige.
We May Soon Be Able to Melt Down Plastic Waste into Fuel for Hydrogen Cars
Because the plastics don't need to be cleaned, the process would be cheaper than recycling, too.
In ‘World First’, Ultra-Cheap Printable Solar Panels Are Launched in Australia
The revolutionary technology means that signing up for an energy plan could be as simple as signing up for a new phone plan.