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Mom Rains Praise On Airplane Passenger for Showing Compassion Towards Her Autistic Son Flying Solo
Alexa Bjornson was concerned for how her son would handle his first solo airplane ride – but her worries were quickly put to rest thanks to Ben Pedraza.
Thousands of People Have Been Encouraged By Mom’s Yard Signs – and Their Feedback Has Been Amazing
It has been two years since an Oregon woman started planting encouraging signs in people's yards – and the resulting testimonials have been amazing.
Watch Bus Driver Intervene When Dog Was in the Hands of Dubious Stranger Claiming to Be Its Owner
When a man boarded Mike Thomas's bus with a dog in hand, his intuition told him that something was wrong – and he turned out to be right.
Here’s How You Play the World’s First Sport Designed by AI – and It’s Apparently Pretty Fun
A team of designers uploaded the rules of 400 different world sports into an AI program so it could design its own – and the result is apparently quite fun.
Patagonia is Now Making Sustainable Beer in Order to Show Other Brewers How It’s Done
In addition to running a sustainable clothing company, Patagonia is now making sustainable beer as well – and they hope brewers will soon follow suit.
Canadian Man Who Filled in Pesky Potholes Has Been Tipped in Coffee, Cannabis, and Cash
Despite being discouraged by local authorities, this man has been applauded for filling in some particularly nasty potholes in his hometown.
You Can Now Avoid Red Lights Thanks to Audi’s New Onboard Tech That Suggests Speeds
The systems could save drivers tons of gas and frustration now that is has been launched in over a dozen American cities.
Paul Simon Donates Thousands So That Special Needs Kids Can Learn to Cook
Thanks to a generous donation from acclaimed singer-songwriter Paul Simon, dozens of special education students will be soon developing their culinary chops.
During Simon’s recent...
10 Best Stories When Kindness and Heroics Went Viral in 2018
If you need some inspiration for being more compassionate in 2019, here are the top ten most popular stories from this year.
Americans Donated 10,000 Pizzas to Voters Waiting in Long Lines on Election Day Thanks to Pizza Nonprofit
By the end of Election Day, Pizza to the Polls had delivered free pies to hungry voters at 576 polling places in 43 states.
13-Year-old Named America’s Top Young Scientist for Drastically Improving Pancreatic Cancer Treatment
A 13-year-old boy has just been named America's Next Top Young Scientist in recognition of his ingenious method for making pancreatic cancer treatment more...
Man is Working to Convert Cruise Ship into Supportive Housing Community for the Homeless
Though the concept has been proposed before, Kenneth Capron is taking the idea one step further after his presentation before the city council.
Man Has Spent Years Giving Antique Brooches to Strangers Who ‘Look Like They Need a Sparkle’
This 71-year-old man has made an unusual nickname for himself out of his favorite weekend past time: giving away brooches to strangers.
Myron Boyer, also...
City is Using $300,000 in Marijuana Tax Revenue to Fund Safe Streets Program
The city of Portland, Oregon has unveiled a multi-faceted campaign to end traffic fatalities in the municipality – and a large chunk of the...
When Wedding Invitation Arrives at the Wrong Address, Strangers Return It With Sweet Surprise Inside
Cassie Warren has been so busy planning her wedding, she accidentally sent an invitation to the wrong address. Then the recipients ended up sending it back with a surprise inside.
How Volcanoes Could Be Used to Build Energy Efficient Cities of the Future
These MIT researchers found that using volcanic resources to build cities isn't just cheaper – it is better for the environment as well.
Women Encircle a Crying Mom Whose Toddler Was Having a Meltdown at the Airport
While airports might usually be hotspots for stress and travel anxiety, this woman was heartened by how a group of strangers came together to help a crying mom.
Another Big US City is Banning Single-Use Plastic Bags
This newest piece of legislation is evidence that more and more American communities are taking a direct stance against wasteful plastic pollution.
7-yo With Rare Form of Cancer Receives 1,000 Halloween Cards From Around the World
Brock Hardwick may be struggling with a rare form of cancer, but over 1,000 people are helping to keep his spirits up.
Back in February,...
Los Angeles Replaces Columbus Day With Indigenous Peoples Day
In light of Columbus Day's dangerous historical roots, the Los Angeles City Council replaced the holiday with Indigenous People's Day on Wednesday.