Cab Ride Nets $200,000 for Construction Worker and His Friends (WATCH)
Jose had no idea he had been cheated out of wages ten years ago when he worked for a New York City contractor. Luckily, he hailed the right taxi cab...
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Wife of Maine's Governor Takes Waitress Job
When the family needed extra money for a new car, Maine's first lady took a job and worked double shifts at a seafood restaurant.
Ice Cream Shop Owners Get Sweet Call From the Vice President
The owners of the Penny Ice Creamery in Santa Cruz got a telephone call from Vice President Joe Biden last week. He called to thank them for making a YouTube video about how federal stimulus dollars helped them build a new business and hire dozens of people in the process.
Man Built $550 Staircase for Park After City Estimated $65,000
While this man's little park staircase has caused a bit of a controversy, his initiative has drawn great praise and gratitude from the community.
Amazing Turnaround as Saudi Leader Denounces Conservative Clerics in Push for Progressive Future
"70% of the Saudi population is under 30, and honestly we will not spend the next 30 years of our lives dealing with destructive ideas," said the prince.
Colorado Joins Paris Climate Agreement
Gov. John Hickenlooper signed an executive order outlining Colorado's support for the treaty's goals on Tuesday.
10 Years After Ban, the Number of UK Smokers Falls to Record Low
Almost 2 million British citizens have kicked their smoking habit – and it's largely credited to this piece of UK legislation.
U.S. Money May Some Day Be Plastic and Glowing to Stop Counterfeiters
The cashier in the sandwich shop was trained to recognize counterfeit money, a necessary skill these days since advanced computers and printers have made the copying of money more common. As she holds the fifty-dollar bill tightly, it changes color in her hands. She looks closely at the eyes of President Grant. They light up. […]
India Unveils Plan to Bring Electricity to Every Household in 2018
The $2.5 billion initiative is expected to bring electricity to over 40 million households currently without power in the country.
House Votes to End Jail Time for Those Too Poor to Pay Fines in Texas
Texas courts may soon be allowed to pursue community-driven solutions to unpaid traffic tickets, rather than forced to require jail time.
Indian Supreme Court Enshrines Right to Privacy So Government Can't Misuse Collected Data
The right to privacy was considered an extension of the Constitutional right to life as defined in Article 21.
Canada Bans Removal of Passengers on Overbooked Planes Unless Diplomacy is Used
This new regulation will hopefully prevent any future incidents like the United Airlines controversy – at least in Canada.
Virus That Caused a State of Emergency in Brazil is Now Cut by 95%
The Brazilian government has announced that the Zika virus is no longer a public health crises.
City of Atlanta Legalizes Tiny Houses
The city of Atlanta takes on affordable housing by legalizing the construction and presence of tiny houses in certain neighborhoods,
Nevada Cracks Down on Driving Below the Speed Limit in Left Lane
There is nothing more annoying than slow drivers in the passing lane – which is why Nevada lawmakers are putting their foot down.
Iran Plans to Decriminalize Drug Use Allowing the Nation to Help its Addicts
By distributing diluted drugs to addicts, the government can help their citizens wean themselves off of harmful substances without fear of prosecution.
UK Bans Unfair Credit Card Surcharges, Calling Them a 'Rip-Off'
The United Kingdom is bringing an end to outlandish surcharges that are costing British citizens millions of pounds per year.
Arizona Senator Defends His Muslim Opponent From Online Attacks
This Arizona Senator reached out to support the very woman who is trying to unseat him in the Senate.
Indian Parliament Passes Landmark Equal Rights HIV Bill
This new law is the first piece of affirmative HIV/AIDS legislation to be passed in South Asia.
Maryland Passes Bill Aimed at Stopping Drug "Price Gouging"
This new bill, which was passed with bipartisan support, will be the first piece of legislation in the country to take action against price gouging.
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