Fearless Great-Grandfather Successfully Fights Off Three Assailants Trying to Rob a Bookie
This spry 84-year-old was not to be intimidated by three crooks barging into the bookies earlier this week.
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Inspiring 9/11 Story: A Massai Warrior's Unexpected Gift to America
In the days following 9/11, many Americans probably were unaware that others around the world made extraordinary gestures toward the United States. One of the most touching reactions of all was the story of how a destitute Kenyan boy turned Stanford student rallied his Masai tribe to offer its most precious gift to America in its time of need.
What Followed 9/11? Random Acts of Kindness And a Wave of Compassion
I want people to remember the compassion that sprung up on 9/11, so I'm offering a look back: The stories of a Las Vegas coach service, the restaurant owners in Maine who wanted to donate, German soldiers saluting from a ship at sea, and, of course, the amazing story of Gander, the tiny New Foundland town which embraced thousands of stranded airline passengers, all will make you feel the unity once again.
Hero Siblings Lift Overturned SUV From Roadside Ditch to Save Couple and Baby
Jolisa Jones and Aaron Allen did not hesitate to jump into action when they saw a family in trouble earlier this week.
'Sleepbus' Provides Homeless Australians (and Their Pets) a Safe Place to Sleep
An Australian man has raised $100,000 to convert buses into mobile shelters, that can each give 22 people and their pets a safe, comfortable night's sleep.
In Twist of Fate, NFL Star's Organs Go to the Ailing Sports Hero Who Inspired Him
Baseball star Rod Carew may not have lived another year if it weren't for Konrad Reuland, whom Carew unknowingly inspired to become an athlete as a child.
This Guy Has Fed Dogs of the City's Homeless for 5 Years; Now He Has Bigger Plans
Paul Crowell has been a guardian angel to the homeless dogs of San Francisco for the last five years - and now, he wants to do more.
Madonna Donates Costumes to Auction for Sandy Storm Victims
Madonna is auctioning her tour costumes to benefit those affected by Hurricane Sandy.
Students Crochet Plastic Bags Into Sleeping Mats for the Homeless
Honor students are turning pesky plastic grocery bags into hundreds of insulated sleeping mats for the homeless.
Alan Alda Announces Parkinson's Diagnosis, But He Wants to Use It to Inspire People
The beloved author and actor has accepted the diagnosis with enthusiasm and spring in his step - and he hopes he can encourage others to do the same.
India Man Plants Forest Bigger Than Central Park to Save His Island
At the age of 17, after witnessing hundreds of snakes dying from drought on his island in India, Jadav Payeng started to grow trees on what was barren land devastated by erosion. 35 years later a jungle of almost 3000 acres (1200 hectares) -- larger than Central Park -- has grown in the wasteland, thanks to his daily and careful cultivation.
Minutes After Saying 'I Do', Hero Groom Jumps Into the Ocean to Save Drowning Teen
If Cindy Edwards had any doubts about the character of her husband, they must have been cleared up immediately when he rescued the boy from the ocean.
Despite Local Racial Tension, Good Samaritan Leaps Into Action to Rescue Cop From Smoking Car
A man is being praised for rescuing a wounded police officer in a community that often harbors mistrust towards law enforcement.
"Hangover" Producer Brings College Program to Juvenile Inmates, Changing Lives
The film producer responsible for the Hangover films teamed up with a young inmate to create an innovative college program that allows hundreds of prisoners to study and live together in prison. It rewards good behavior and those who want to learn -- with great results.
Alone on Saturday Night? Watch One of These 14 Great Romantic Comedies
Here are 14 great romantic comedies that inspire us to hope and find our true love–or spur us to appreciate what we have.
156 Countries Sing Together 'All You Need is Love' for Starbucks Love Project
Video cameras set up by the Starbucks LOVE Project filmed singers simultaneously in 156 countries as they each performed their own version of the Beatles' anthem, All You Need Is Love.
Starbucks Tries Again to Tackle Cup Recycling
Starbucks has promised that 100 percent of its cups will be reusable or recyclable by 2015, but that doesn't mean none will end up in landfills. To deal with the challenges of cup recycling, the company hosted its third 'Cup Summit' last week in Boston convening more than 100 industry leaders – including Starbuck's competitors.
Starbucks Wants to Create Jobs — for Other Businesses
Starbucks Corp CEO Howard Schultz, decrying a lack of leadership in Washington, said his chain of coffee shops is helping to launch a nationwide fund designed to stimulate U.S. job creation. The fund, seeded with a $5 million donation, is a partnership with a group of private financial institutions.
Starbucks Wristbands Created These Jobs
Starbucks has raised more than $7 million by selling 'Create Jobs' wristbands. The company expects the program to create 2,300 jobs as the money makes its way to small businesses and nonprofits.
Finding Homeless People Living in the Woods Motivates Starbucks Manager
A regional manager at Starbucks in Fredericksburg, Virginia discovered that there were homeless people living in the woods behind the shopping malls, where they stay unnoticed. She decided to help, collecting hotel toiletries, socks, and money, and delivering them, along with other Starbucks employees, to the dozens of people encamped back there.
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