Karl Rabeder, a multi-millionare businessman from Austria, recently decided to trade in his luxury life for simplicity, and is donating the proceeds of all of his possessions to a microfinance charity. More »
While most young couples held hands on the streets, Laurence and Lena Nelson were forced to hide their relationship. In an era of segregation and blatant racism, it was a dangerous time for an interracial couple to be in love. But for Laurence and Lena, it was worth the risk. More »
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has announced a pledge of $10 billion to fund vaccines for children in developing countries. More »
Atlanta teen Hannah Salwen knew that many other people were struggling, while her own family had more than they needed - so she convinced them to trade in their luxurious mansion for a small home and donate $800,000 to charity. More »
On Tuesday morning, 53 children from the BRESMA orphanage in Haiti arrived in Pittsburgh, safe at last. More »
Haitian doctor couple Claude and Yolene Surena have turned their own home into a makeshift clinic, treating more than 300 patients. More »
Church and government officials are organizing a rescue mission for orphans from Haiti in the wake of the tragic earthquake earlier this week. More »
Though his tribal land is worth an estimated $5 billion, an Aboriginal man refuses to sell it, instead keeping it as a legacy for his family. More »
22-year-old Katie Spotz has just launched a solo row across the Atlantic Ocean, all the way from Africa to South America. More »
On Saturday, a dog named Angel saved the life of her 11-year-old owner, defending him in a cougar attack. More »
After Tyler Shipman was diagnosed with terminal cancer, he had one last wish: to drive the old Fiero that he had purchased for $150. A group of strangers from all over the country made it happen. More »
Continuing our round-up of the year’s top stories, here are a few of our favorite history-focused pieces from Gimundo. Enjoy! More »
Following up on our round-up of animal stories and videos, here are our favorite child-focused pieces from the past year. More »
Earlier this week, a man in a Santa suit handed out $10,000 in cash to residents of Portland, Maine. More »
Joanne Lefson took her dog, Oscar, to 29 countries to raise awareness of shelter dogs and help them find homes. More »