Tesla Restores Power to Puerto Rican Children's Hospital- And That's Not All
While some companies can talk a good game, Tesla proves it can actually get things done, restoring electricity to a children's hospital.
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Woman Invents Amazing Car That Wheelchair Users Can Just Drive Away
A woman in a wheelchair wanted to help people like her to become more independent, so she designed and is now manufacturing an innovative electric car that provides easy access and drivability, without ever getting out of your chair. Stacy Zoern, an intellectual-property attorney in Texas, quit her job to build her new company, Kenguru.
60 Schools Are Installing Washers and Dryers For Homeless and Troubled Students
Students are more likely to excel if they have access to clean clothes – which is why this company is helping schools install washers and dryers for free.
Allstate Digs Out 70s TV Ad so Family Can Hear Dad's Voice - Best Wedding Gift Ever
The Patinella family hasn't heard their dad's voice in over 20 years - but then an insurance company digs out an old commercial from the 70s.
15-Year-old Turns School Bathroom into $56,000 Sweets Empire
This London school kid grew a startlingly successful business out of the bathrooms of his school system.
How One Company is Bringing Halloween to Sick Children Nationwide
Spirit Halloween, the nation's largest Halloween retailer, launched Spirit of Children in 2006, a program created to bring Halloween to hospitals and rehabilitation centers for kids. The goal? To help make these places a little less scary.
Lego Releases Female Scientist Set After 7-year-old Girl Complains
Charlotte Benjamin voiced harsh criticism for her beloved LEGO brand regarding the female characters included in their toy sets, saying they just "sit at home, go to the beach, and shop," while the boy characters "saved people, had jobs, even swam with sharks!" Lego responded with the Research Institute set about three female scientists.
Google Company to Restore Cell Coverage to Puerto Rico With 30 Flying Balloons
Alphabet's Loon project balloons could provide voice and data coverage to the entire hurricane-ravaged island of Puerto Rico.
Pill Bottle Timers Could Put a Lid on Opioid Abuse
These prescription pill bottles, which feature built-in stopwatches, could deter possible opioid addiction and misuse in households.
Airlines Did the Right Thing in Florida Ahead of Hurricane
After reports of price gouging in the lead up to Hurricane Irma, U.S. airlines made moves to reduce the burden on those trying to escape the coming storm.
Why This 8-Year-Old Boy Set Up a Lemonade Stand in a Hospital
Ulises Ornelas doesn't have to be confined to his front yard in order to sell lemonade.
Google Provides 25,000 Laptops To Syrian Refugees In Germany
Google knows that in this day and age, there's more to getting by in society than just basic necessities – that's why they're giving away 25,000 laptops.
8 of the Best - and Latest - Innovations for Social Good
Hunting poachers, detecting early autism disorders, and preventing pedestrian deaths - these life-changing innovations are competing to win $600,000
City Remembers Beloved Costco Co-founder Who Treated Employees With Dignity
Costco Chairman Jeff Brotman, who died this week, not only transformed the way many people shop, he "transformed the way we treat people".
UK to Hold First Ever Nationwide Quiet Hour for Autistic Shoppers
In October, autistic shoppers will be given sixty minutes to browse participating stores at their leisure – but without the stress of information overload.
Reebok's Next Shoe Will Be Made From Corn
These slick new kicks will be the first pair of shoes made entirely out of compostable plant-based materials.
Quick-Thinking Jeweler Stops Thief by Locking Her Inside Vault (WATCH)
This woman was caught red-handed after allegedly attempting to steal $7 million in rings from a jewelry store – luckily, the owner knew just what to do.
New Era of Electric Planes Begins as Startup Backed by Boeing, JetBlue Gets Its First 100 Orders
Zunum Aero just received their first order of electric-hybrid passenger planes, and critics are saying that it's a sign of the new generation of American air travel.
Why You Shouldn't Accept the First Job: 3 Tips on Spotting Toxic Workplaces for New Grads
While it might seem counterintuitive, you may want to take some advice from Van Halen and check the bathroom stalls of your future workplace.
At 48 Panera Cafes, You Can Pay Whatever You Want (Or Nothing) For Turkey Chili
Go to any of the 48 Panera Bread cafés in the St. Louis area and you'll notice something strange: You can pay whatever you want for your turkey chili. In fact, you could pay nothing at all, and that would be just fine. It's the latest in the company's experiments in letting customers set their own price.
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