The authors of the Curious George books, H.A. and Margret Rey, made a brave escape from the Nazis during World War II -- and brought George along with them. More »
Single dad Jim Bronzina and his 9-year-old daughter Kristen began a nightly reading streak that didn't stop until she entered college. More »
James Harrison has rare antibodies in his blood that have helped scientists develop a vaccine for Rhesus disease, an often fatal disease in infants. More »
A new printable transmitter to be used in RFID tags could let you instantly scan products without unloading your cart while shopping. More »
Check out some of the funniest and most bizarre laws still on the books in the United States. More »
From our friends at Divine Caroline, here are five eco-friendly ways to prepare for spring. More »
Studies say spending money on experiences will make you happier than spending it on possessions. Here's why. More »
A new study found that lookalike virtual avatars can help people stick to goals. More »
Katie Spotz, 22, who we wrote about previously, has become the world's youngest person to row across the Atlantic. More »
We missed some great artists in our previous round-up of acoustic guitar instrumentals - here are even more to enjoy. More »
American Express' new Members Project lets volunteers receive payment in rewards points for their time working with non-profits. More »
According to Cisco Labs futurist Dave Evans, telepathic technology will allow us to download data directly into our brains within several decades. More »
Los Angeles, California, is home to many wonderful and inspiring people and stories. Here are just a few of them. More »
16-year-old Sarah Phillips recorded Paolo Nutini's "Autumn" on her cell phone in tribute to her mother, Debbie, who died of cervical cancer the next day. More »
Electrolyzed water is just ionized salt water - but it has stronger cleaning power than bleach, while remaining clean and drinkable. More »