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Ordinary People in Convoy of Trucks Quench Thirst in South African Drought
Ordinary people have responded in an extraordinary way to the worst drought in decades ravaging much of South Africa.
Since launching Operation Hydrate in January,...
Positive Anger Management: More Bruce Banner Than Hulk
When anger rears it’s ugly head it can affect our judgement and thinking. In a state of numbed fury we can say unreasonable and...
Unique ‘Pay it Forward’ Business School in Africa Gives Free Tuition for Graduates to Serve
A unique, not-for-profit business school in South Africa recently held its fifth graduation ceremony. Their students are not required to pay for their education monetarily,...
Making Change Happen for Child Brides
The Elders, a group of notable statesmen brought together by Nelson Mandela in 2007 and currently chaired by Archbishop Desmond Tutu, has decided to...
For More Happiness: Explore the Four Purposes of Life
Viktor Frankl asserted in his book, Man’s Search for Meaning, that the fundamental need for purpose and direction in our lives may be as...
Underdogs Triumph in 2010’s Best Sports Stories
The best story in sports, whether success is achieved through a solo performance, by a team, or a whole nation of fans, is that...
Kick Polio Out of Africa Campaign at Victorious End
Rotary International made a promise to help kick polio out of Africa, and this month, with a football signed by Nobel Laureate Archbishop Desmond...
World On Track to Cut Poverty in Half, But Turner and Gates Called in to Boost Other Goals
Despite the global economic downturn, the world is still on track to meet a key U.N. goal of halving the number of people living...
Oprah Educates Girls in Africa Despite Struggles to “Get It Right”
Nothing in Oprah Winfrey’s life has made her prouder than creating her school for girls in Henley-on-Klip, South Africa. And nothing, she says, has...
The Elders Announce Visit to Middle East
A delegation of six Elders, from the independent group of eminent global leaders brought together by Nelson Mandela, will visit Israel, the West Bank...
Obama Chooses Doctor who Makes House Calls for Next Surgeon General
President Barack Obama nominated for U.S. Surgeon General a rural Alabama family physician, Dr. Regina Benjamin, who is known along the impoverished Gulf...
Michael Jackson Video of Hope and Change: Man in the Mirror
Michael Jackson died yesterday but his musical legacy is alive and well, like this music video featuring his 1988 hit, "Man in...
Benazir Bhutto Honored During 60th Anniversary of Declaration of Human Rights
Marking the 60th anniversary of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights December 10, the United Nations honored individuals for outstanding work...
Five Celebrities We Can Admire
While the mainstream media elaborates on the latest celebrity divorce or drug problem, many Hollywood stars are making our world a more positive place....
The Elders – Veteran Diplomats Unite to Save the World
Imagine a group of famous retired diplomats forming an alliance to solve the world's most intractable problems. Meet The Elders: Nelson Mandela, Kofi Annan,...
African Billionaire Creates Cash Prize for Worthy African Leaders
An African business leader who sold his cell phone network for $3 billion, has launched a radical new prize for Africa's presidents, awarding them...
Old Enemies Turn Into New Heroes During Floods
Some good came out of the flooding that swept through Mozambique in 2000. At the same time as marooned Mozambicans on high ground were...