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Our take on the most inspiring stories in mainstream media, and weekly exclusive interviews and roundups about the people and innovations that are making a positive difference in our society.

June 03 2009
Man Bets On His Life and Wins

When Jon Matthews, a 59-year-old man from Buckinghamshire, England, was diagnosed with a type of cancer called mesothelioma, his doctors told him he had mere months to live. But instead of saying his goodbyes, Matthews decided to make a bet on his own slim chances of survival—and now his decision is paying off. Read More

Filed under: General Interest, Weird,
June 02 2009
One Rescued Dog Saves Another Dog

Months ago, a dog named Blewett was rescued from a snowy mountain overpass. Now, he's returned the favor by helping another lost dog find safety. Read More

Filed under: Animals and Pets, Heroes,
June 01 2009
Kidnapped Woman Rescued by a Pizza Delivery

When a pizza delivery man drove 30 miles out of his way to deliver an order, he was probably hoping for a big tip—but he became a hero instead. Read More

Filed under: General Interest, Heroes,
May 31 2009
Five Incredible Underdog Stories

Susan Boyle's newfound singing career is one of the most amazing underdog stories of recent times—but we've rounded up a few others that you might find just as inspiring. Read More

Filed under: Arts and Culture, Features, General Interest, Heroes,
May 28 2009
Autistic 7-Year-Old Singer Wows Crowds with National Anthem Performance

At the age of two, Gina Incandela was diagnosed with autism. But with early intervention, she flourished and discovered a passion for music—and now she's wowing crowds around the country with her amazing voice. Read More

Filed under: Arts and Culture, General Interest, Heroes,
May 27 2009
Over-the-Counter Tests Use Gold to Screen for Cancer

An affordable and easy-to-use new kit can screen for lung, prostate, colon, and up to seven other types of cancer—and it may soon be available over-the-counter at your local pharmacy. Read More

Filed under: General Interest, Health and Wellbeing, Science,
May 26 2009
‘Mississippi Burning’ Town Elects Its First African-American Mayor

More than 40 years after the brutal Ku Klux Klan lynching that made it famous, a Mississippi town has elected its first African-American mayor. Read More

Filed under: Arts and Culture, General Interest, History,
May 21 2009
Men from Around the World Compete in World Beard and Moustache Championships

Since 1990, hirstute competitors from around the world have been coming together to compete in the biennial World Beard and Moustache Championships, showing off their bizarre and creative facial hair arrangements for the chance of winning first prize in one of eighteen categories. Read More

Filed under: Arts and Culture, General Interest, Weird,
May 20 2009
Woman Finds Long-Lost Brother Living Across the Street

Joellen Cottrell gave birth to a boy at age 16 and gave him up for adoption, but she had always been eager to reconnect with him. As it turned out, he was living right across the street from Cottrell's daughter. Read More

Filed under: General Interest, Weird,
May 19 2009
Delaying Retirement Can Ward Off Senility and Alzheimer’s Disease

It may seem like a bummer if you've been forced to put off your retirement because of the bad economy—but according to a new study, that extra time at work can help keep your brain agile and ward off senility. Read More

Filed under: Business, General Interest, Health and Wellbeing,
May 18 2009
Shetland Sheepdog Saves Owner from Bear Attack

When a teen girl took her two dogs for a walk in the woods near her house, an aggressive black bear tried to attack her. But her Shetland Sheepdog, Sophie, stepped in to protect her master—and almost died in the process. Read More

Filed under: Animals and Pets, Heroes,
May 15 2009
Frog Gets Second Shot After Run-In with Lawnmower

Recently, one ultra-tough green tree frog from Australia's Northern Territory got a second shot after a close encounter with a backyard lawnmower. Read More

Filed under: Animals and Pets, Weird,
May 14 2009
Paralyzed Soldier Completes London Marathon for Charity

Major Phil Packer, a British soldier, lost the use of his legs in the war in Iraq. But that didn't stop him from completing the 26.2-mile London Marathon. Read More

Filed under: Heroes, Non-Profits,
May 13 2009
Scientists Invent Mini-Greenhouses for the Moon

Scientists recently developed state-of-the-art miniature greenhouses that can provide nourishment for residents of future lunar colonies. Read More

Filed under: General Interest, Green, Science, Weird,
May 12 2009
Father “Dollar Bill” Hands Out Money to Homeless on Skid Row

Father Maurice Chase, known as Father "Dollar Bill" has spent his Sundays talking with and giving money to homeless residents of Los Angeles' Skid Row for over 24 years. Read More

Filed under: General Interest, Heroes,