Crime Drops 46% in Philippines When Experts Expected it to Go Up During COVID Economic Crisis
Across the Philippines, crime has plummeted 60 percent during the COVID-19 quarantine, though no one is sure why.
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This 10-Year-Old Walked 1,700 Miles With His Dad from Italy to England For a Hug With Grandma
10-year-old Romeo Cox walked with his dad, a veteran war reporter, from Palermo to London for a cuddle with his beloved grandmother.
14-Year-Old Girl Wins $25,000 For a Scientific Breakthrough That Could Lead to COVID-19 Cure
Anika Chebrolu has won the prestigious 2020 3M Young Scientist Challenge for her research that could lead to an effective COVID-19 treatment.
This Austin Restaurant is Making the Wittiest Pandemic Signs Anywhere
A restaurant that's famous for its hilarious signs has been pulling out all the stops to bring laughs in the era of COVID-19. Austin-based restaurant El Arroyo started making comic signs in the early 80s, and they've been perfecting the art ever since. When the pandemic reached the States' shores, and bars and restaurants began […]
7-Year-old Boy Who Was Bullied Opens a Huge Food Pantry, Making His Life All About Positive Energy
Little Cavanaugh Bell is getting bullied. With the help of his mom, he's urning sadness into positive energy–raising funds for those in need.
Birds in San Francisco Started Singing Differently in the Silence of the Pandemic Shutdown
Songs of white-crowned sparrows changed during COVID lockdown in San Francisco—they sounded louder but actually were softer and more diverse.
New Fix-It Clinic is Using Zoom and Global Community to Help You Repair Items For Free
The Fixit Clinic has taken to Zoom through the pandemic. Now anyone around the world can learn how to fix their toaster, fridge–whatever they need.
Idaho Potato Worker Becomes Internet Sensation and Sends Fleetwood Mac Sales Soaring With 'Dreamy' Video
Idaho potato worker Nathan Apodaca made a quick TikTok video to Fleetwood Mac's "Dreams" when his car broke down. 35 million views later, and he's a viral star.
8 in 10 Youth Think Gardening is Cool, and Half Would Rather Visit a Garden Center Than a Nightclub
8 in 10 young people in the UK think gardening is cool, according to a new OnePoll survey commissioned by Draper Tools.
University Cancels $700,000 in Debt for Graduates Hit By Pandemic
Delaware State University has canceled outstanding debt in in COVID-19 hardship cases, helping 220 graduates.
'VAX LIVE' Concert Raises $304M to Fund 26 Million COVID-19 Vaccine Doses for World's Most Vulnerable
The 'VAX Live' concert raised millions of dollars for millions of doses to be sent to the countries in need of the COVID-19 vaccines.
Kids Have Been Reading Longer, More Difficult Books in Lockdown, and It's Boosting Moods
Children's literacy has gone up during the pandemic, a new study from the UK has found, helping allay parents' fears.
7 in 10 Americans Agree That 2020 Made Them a Better Person - Here's How
74% of Americans say 2020 has made them more aware of the needs of others-and more selfless than ever before, according to new survey.
India's Richest Man Retools Factories to Provide FREE Oxygen to 1 in 10 COVID Patients Across Country
Mukesh Ambani, founder of Reliance Industries and India's richest man, is helping get free oxygen to India's COVID-19 patients.
Family Builds Giant Dinosaur From Take-Out Containers During Hotel Quarantine: Naming It 'Bagasaurus'
Stuck in hotel quarantine in Perth, Australia with a toddler for 2 weeks, Carly Catalano and family made a giant dinosaur.
Luxury Hotel Chain Thanks 100 Healthcare Heroes With All-Inclusive Vacations
The Velas luxury resort chain in Mexico has rewarded 100 health care heroes with free spa vacations to say thank you for their great hearts.
Europe Will Open its Doors to Vaccinated American Tourists This Summer
Americans who are vaccinated may soon be able to visit Europe again, after a year of closed borders.
5-Year-old is a Neighborhood Hero For Drawing Colorful Messages of Hope on Her House During Lockdown (Look)
Scotland's Hilditch has been spreading cheer in her Scottish neighborhood by adding drawings to her garage during lockdown.
'The Year Earth Changed': Uplifting Wildlife Documentary With David Attenborough Heralds Earth Day-WATCH
In celebration of Earth Day 2021, a new documentary "The Year Earth Changed" was released, narrated by Award-winning broadcaster Sir David Attenborough.
Guy Fieri's Restaurant Employee Relief Fund Has Raised Almost $25 Million for Struggling Workers
Guy Fieri partnered with the National Restaurant Association to raise $25 million for restaurant workers.
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