Sick of Banks? Man Opens His Own: The Wild Success of "Bank On Dave"
When banks stopped lending money in 2008, David Fishwick decided to create his own bank - the "Bank of Dave" - and customers lined up around the block.
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Hawaii Becomes First State to Ban a Pesticide Linked to Developmental Issues
The trailblazing legislation in Hawaii may spur more extensive bans on the harmful chemical called chlorpyrifos.
Marine Vet Crushed on Harley Invents Illuminated Windshield for Bikers
After a debilitating motorcycle accident, former Marine John Miller, saw opportunity in the face of adversity. Crushed by the weight of his Harley after an SUV ran over him, he wondered, How could this happen? Miller's motorcycle was well lit at night from the front and back, but those lights weren't visible from the side. With the help of a veteran's group in Wisconsin, he launched Illumatek, offering a new product that could prevent accidents like this in the future.
Maximum Security Inmates and 73-Year-old Woman Create Christmas 'First'
An art therapist tapping into the humanity of hardened felons behind bars makes history while helping them make Christmas ornaments.
With Tax Deadline 8 Days Away, Nonprofit Can Do Yours Online for Free
Did you know about the nonprofit Free File Alliance, which partners with the Internal Revenue Service to offer free tax preparation and filing online?
A Wave of Women is Propelled into Congress on History-making Election Night
Yesterday's ‘pink wave' election will ensure that the U.S. House of Representatives looks a lot more like the country it represents.
Utah Legalizes Lemonade Stands and Other Businesses Run by Kids
Utah no longer thinks that kids should have to pay a fee just to exercise their entrepreneurial spirit.
How Energy Efficiency is "Lighting Up" the Streets of Philadelphia
Not just in homes and buildings, Philadelphia has revved up its energy efficiency campaign in the streets. Through the Greenworks Philadelphia project, the Philadelphia Streets Department is converting 58,000 yellow and green traffic signals to LED lights, replacing traditional energy-draining bulbs and saving the city $1 million of electricity costs every year.
Obama Forgives Student Debt for 400K Permanently Disabled Americans
Nearly 400,000 Americans are about to get some debt relief on student loans they can't afford to pay back after becoming permanently disabled.
As Wildfires Increase Across The Globe, U.S. Firefighters Will Be Prepared Thanks to $3 Billion in Funding
The Senate's recently-approved fiscal budget will ensure that high-risk Midwestern areas will be prepared for wildfire season.
British Columbia to Ban Grizzly Bear Trophy Hunting
The legislation will protect over 15,000 grizzly bears in the province, which is home to the vast Great Bear Rainforest.
Hundreds of Volunteers Are Tracking Santa's Journey On Christmas Eve; Here's How to Follow His Sleigh
Hundreds of jolly volunteers have stepped up to continue the tradition of monitoring Santa Claus's journey around the world for the 64th year in a row.
Cell Phones Boosts Health Care in Bangladesh With 24-hour Help Line
Recent mobile phone initiatives in Bangladesh are allowing patients to reach a health worker for advice at no cost 24 hours a day. They can receive prenatal care reminders and even send complaints about patient care.
New Implantable Drug Could Ease Opioid Addiction
The US Food and Drug Administration approved the first implant for treatment of opioid dependence, which reduces withdrawal symptoms and the desire to use.
New Proposed Legislation in US House Would End Police Doctrine of 'Qualified Immunity'
Qualified immunity, which protects police officers from legal prosecution, would be repealed under a proposed bill from Amash (L-MI) and Pressley (D-MA).
This is How Close We Are to Eliminating Malaria - 7.6 Million Deaths Averted in 20 Years, Thanks to Generous Nations
The World Health Organization reported that malaria deaths fell last year to the lowest level ever recorded.
Toronto's Oldest Tree Will No Longer Be Cut Down Thanks to Last-Minute Decision By City Council
One of the oldest trees in Canada, a 250 year-old red oak was facing the axe, but a last-minute vote by the Toronto city council saved it.
New Hampshire Passes Bipartisan "Commonsense Reform" Decriminalizing Marijuana
HB 640-FN passed the House and Senate with flying bipartisan support - and it will go into full effect in 60 days.
Scottish Government Scores Hole in One for Wildlife, Blocking Golf Course on Protected Coastline
A coastal dune ecosystem, Coul Links in Scotland, was protected from golf course development by the Scottish Government after a 4-year fight by activists.
2.5 Million Young Americans Have New Health Insurance Coverage
About 2.5 million young people have received health insurance coverage as a result of health care reform measures that President Barack Obama signed into law last year, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported Wednesday.
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