Laundromat Owner Washes Thousands of Pounds of Laundry for Homeless for Free
A laundromat owner washed 1,000 pounds of homeless people's laundry every night for free, saving families at the shelter more than $5,000 in a single week.
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Now You Can Give Back by Hanging Out With Robert Downey Jr For His New Charity
It's every fan's dream come true: Tony Stark (aka RDJ) just announced a new program that sends him socializing with fans for the sake of charity.
Restaurant Only Serves Meals Lovingly Made by Grandmas From Around the World
Every night at the Enoteca, a different grandmother takes charge of the kitchen and creates a menu based entirely on the food of her home nation.
New Yorkers Stage Makeshift Commencement for Student Stuck on Delayed Subway
This nursing grad was three hours late to his commencement address – so his fellow passengers threw him a makeshift ceremony instead.
Man Places Bouquets of Flowers in Trash Cans for Stressed New Yorkers
These trash cans aren't overflowing with garbage – they're overflowing with beautiful blossoms instead.
All New York City Subway Stations Now Have Free Public Wifi
Having free public Wifi available in all 279 stations will work wonders in connecting public safety and NYC emergency service workers.
Kid Therapist Raises Money by Offering Advice to Stressed New Yorkers
Ciro Ortiz is wise beyond his years – and he offers that wisdom to stressed out New Yorkers for $2 per five minute session.
NYC Will Transform 30 Blocks into a Pedestrian Utopia For Earth Day
Downtown Manhattan will shut down to cars and buses, and be filled up with activities for pedestrians in honor of Earth Day.
Watch Man Rescue Unconscious Stranger From Subway Tracks
Even after rescuing this unconscious man from the Manhattan subway tracks on Saturday, Jonathan Kulig wasn't even late for work.
10,000 New Yorkers Given Roses Today on International Happiness Day
It's almost impossible not to smile while watching these surprised New Yorkers being given free fresh roses in honor of being happy.
Man Throws Super Bowl Party for the Homeless (WATCH)
These men didn't have a home to watch the Falcons play the Patriots for the Super Bowl – so this man threw a party for them instead.
New Yorkers Unite to Scrub Off Hateful Graffiti on Subway Car
Luckily for these subway passengers, Sharpie can easily be removed with the help of tissues and hand sanitizer.
New York Pet Owners Now Allowed to be Buried With Their Furry Companions
Now when you're planning your own burial, you can take your final resting place next to your cremated cat, dog, or reptile.
New York City Using $5M to Fund Women in Film and Theater
Because of the underrepresentation of women in the media field, New York City is giving them a big boost.
Record Number of Cats Adopted on Black Friday
Over 130 animals in total were given forever homes this Black Friday thanks to the special ASPCA adoption event in Manhattan.
These 7 Major U.S. Cities Achieved Double-digit Drop in Burglary Rates
In a positive trend that began in the late 20th century, murder rates have declined significantly in many US cities, but so, too, have burglary rates. Is yours on the list?
Youth Risks His Life to Crawl After Suicidal Woman and Talk Her Down
This Good Samaritan didn't care if his own safety was at risk – he only wanted to make sure that the woman perched on the subway beams was okay.
NYC Just Freed 640,000 People From Fear That They May Be Arrested For Minor Offenses
These people will no longer have to face arrest for nonviolent crimes such as being in a park after dark, littering – even spitting.
Autistic Teen Saves Choking Friend With Help From SpongeBob
When this teen saw his friend gasping for air, he saved her life with the help of SpongeBob.
UPDATE: Praise For Shirt-Giving Samaritan When Girlfriend's Mom Sees
This woman, watching a viral video, suddenly realized the anonymous Good Samaritan was her daughter's boyfriend.
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