For the last 18 years, Harry Lee McGinnis has been walking his way around the entire globe, carrying nothing but a backpack and a walking stick. More »
If you've ever envied the Jetsons their cool hovercar, you might want to learn more about a Russian inventor's new Aerocar - coming soon to roads and skies near you. More »
Most people get academic degrees in areas like economics, computer engineering, physics, or art history. But how would you like to get a diploma in the illustrious field of burger-flipping? More »
In London, a unique blend of "cat poo" espresso is selling for £50 a cup, with all proceeds going to charity. More »
After a woman took advantage of a mentally challenged man, the courtroom jurors made her pay -- but they also reached into their own pockets to lend the victim a hand. More »
An island just off Victoria’s Sunset Coast in Canada may be known as Rabbit Island – but it’s about to go to the dogs, thanks to a few generous veterinarians. More »
For the last two years, one couple's on-again, off-again relationship has been making a splash around the world: Petra the swan and her beloved boat. More »
When a young man tried to mug a New York City social worker, he got a lesson in kindness -- and a free meal. More »
This June, thanks to a unique new law, Italy's Tuscany region will be transformed into an animal paradise. More »
Flipper isn't the only life-saving dolphin: Earlier this week, a New Zealand dolphin named Moko saved the lives of two beached whales in a dramatic rescue. More »
Bedbugs can be nasty critters, and New York City's full of them. Luckily, a crack team of canine detectives is there to sniff them out. More »
Your dog may know a few tricks, but can he recycle? Meet Dizzy, a dog that's eager to make the earth a little greener. More »
When doctors planned to remove Yvonne Sullivan's life-support system, her husband knew he couldn't let her go without a fight. So he yelled at her to wake up -- and it actually worked! More »
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. More »
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. More »