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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.

February 07 2008
Mysterious Stranger Gives Couple a Blank Check

When a young couple, Alissa and Barry, sat down at Dr. Salami's diner in Iowa, they received a blank check from a mysterious stranger. Read More

Filed under: Heroes, Weird,
February 05 2008
Woman Saves Tiger’s Life with CPR

When you go to the zoo, it’s generally not the best idea to touch the animals. But last week, Janine Bauer, a visitor at Germany’s Halle Zoo, decided to break the rules for a very good reason – to save the life of a choking tiger cub. Read More

Filed under: Animals and Pets, General Interest, Heroes,
February 04 2008
Bizarre New Species Discovered

Scientists in East Africa have just announced a brand-new addition to the list of crazy-looking critters: The gray-faced sengi (Rhynchocyon udzungwensis), a large breed of elephant shrew. Read More

Filed under: Animals and Pets, General Interest, Science,
January 29 2008
Boy Saves Dad’s Life after Car Crash

We all know that most parents will do anything to protect their beloved offspring. But sometimes, the reverse is true as well. Read More

Filed under: Heroes,
January 24 2008
Woman Sells Handicrafts to Fight Human Trafficking

After seeing a documentary film about human trafficking, Sarah Symons devoted her life's work to helping the survivors lead normal lives by creating an online shop. Read More

Filed under: Arts and Culture, Features, Heroes, Non-Profits,
January 22 2008
Courageous Pilot Lands Plane Without Power

Last Thursday, when a plane lost power seconds before landing at Heathrow Airport, co-pilot John Coward was forced to rely on his skill and intuition to guide the free-falling plane down to earth. Read More

Filed under: Heroes,
January 17 2008
11-Year-Old Creates Law to Help the Hungry

Because of a state law, Florida restaurants were wasting thousands of pounds of food that could otherwise be donated to hungry and homeless people. But that's about to change -- thanks to the work of 11-year-old Jack Davis. Read More

Filed under: Heroes,
January 17 2008
The Body Positive: Helping Women Find their Beauty

When Connie Sobczack's older sister died after years of struggling with bulemia, Connie took action to prevent other women from meeting the same tragic fate by forming The Body Positive, which promotes body acceptance at all sizes. Read More

Filed under: Features, Health and Wellbeing, Heroes, Non-Profits,
January 16 2008
Puppies Get a Brand-New Ride

Most dogs go crazy for the chance to ride along in the backseat of a car. But not too many end up with their very own sets of wheels. Read More

Filed under: Animals and Pets, General Interest,
January 11 2008
Around the Web: The World’s Cutest Animals

We’ve rounded up some of the most aww-inspiring collections of adorable animals around – have a look. Your next desktop photo is just a click away. Read More

Filed under: Animals and Pets, General Interest,
January 10 2008
Feral Cats Get Jobs with Cops

Most people don't want feral cats hanging around. But thanks to a new program, some cats in Los Angeles are getting a second chance with a job at a local police station. Read More

Filed under: Animals and Pets, General Interest,
January 09 2008
Connie, the Wonder Dog

When Hazel Carter developed arthritis, she taught her dog to help out around the house. Now, the amazing Newfoundland can do laundry, run errands, and even clean the house. Read More

Filed under: Animals and Pets, General Interest,
January 08 2008
The Katrina Krewe: The Woman Who Cleaned Up New Orleans’ Mess

When Hurricane Katrina blew New Orleans apart, local mother Becky Zaheri formed a group called Katrina Krewe to clean up the mess. Read More

Filed under: Features, Green, Heroes, Non-Profits,
January 03 2008
A Hilton We Don’t Hate

We've seen enough of Paris to last a lifetime -- but the famous heiress' grandfather, Barron Hilton, is redeeming the family name by pledging his fortune to charity. Read More

Filed under: Celebrities, Non-Profits,
January 02 2008
Woman Helps Autistic Children Celebrate Bar and Bat Mitzvahs

For years, Jewish autistic children have been shut out of important religious rituals like bar and bat mitzvahs. But now, a woman named Elaine Hall has formed a group to give them the celebrations they deserve. Read More

Filed under: Arts and Culture, Heroes, Non-Profits,