Customers Line Up On Black Friday to Buy Gifts for Refugees From Special Pop-Up Store
Instead of spending their money on electrics or new clothes, these customers are waiting to buy resources and gifts for refugees.
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World's Oldest Barber, Still Masterfully Cutting Hair At 107, Shares Secrets For Longevity
This centenarian barber in New York has been cutting hair since 1921 and shares his secrets to longevity.
Jon Stewart Helps Rescue Two Runaway Goats From NYC Subway Tracks
The former "Daily Show" host and his wife were delighted to help in the rescue of Willy and Billy the goats from the dangerous New York City subway lines.
First Major US City to Make Prison Phone Calls Free
The measure is set to go into full effect in 270 days after it was approved by the city council this week.
Police Officer Vaults Over 30-Foot Overpass in Order to Save Suicidal Boy
The 28-year-old officer says that she did not really stop to think about the danger – she just knew that she needed to help the boy.
Two US States Have Become the First to Require Mental Health Education in School
One of the bills was developed, researched and presented by high school students, too.
LEGO Unveils Giant X-Wing Fighter in Times Square
Hundreds gathered in New York City yesterday to witness the unveiling of the world's largest LEGO model, a life-sized replica of the Star Wars X-Wing fighter, in Times Square. 32 master builders employed by LEGO required more than five million bricks and four months to complete the massive replica, which weighs 45,000 pounds.
When Pizza Driver Gets into Accident, Firefighters Deliver the Hot Pizza Themselves
These firefighters went above and beyond for a pizza delivery driver who had gotten into a car collision before being able to finish the job.
When Student Accepts Stranger's Accidental Invitation to a Funeral, She Becomes 'Brightest' Part of the Day
One month ago, Leena Ali and Dawn Burke were total strangers - but an accidental text brought them together in an emotional way.
NYC Passes Bold New Legislation Requiring Green Roofs on New Buildings - and Much More
The Big Apple recently approved an unprecedented new package of initiatives to place the city at the forefront of the fight against climate change.
Hospital Staffers Delighted By Surprise Pizza Party After Young Patient Wrote Message in His Window
Just hours after an 18-year-old patient broadcasted a special request from his hospital room window, the people of Rochester made it happen.
Laundromats Are Hosting Story Times for Kids So They Can Improve Their Literacy on Laundry Day
Rather than being forced to watch their parents do laundry, these children are being given an educational boost thanks to some volunteer librarians.
New 'Smart Toilet Seat' Could Save Thousands and Monitor Vital Signs From Comfort of Home
Rather than having hospital readmissions cost patients and healthcare systems thousands of dollars, this new life-saving loo could be the solution.
Sanitation Heroes Dig Through 2,000 Pounds of Trash to Reunite Man With His Lost Wallet
Even though searching for this man's lost wallet was like digging for a needle in a haystack, these two sanitation workers stepped up to help.
8-Year-old Immigrant is No Longer Homeless After His Incredible Chess Career Spurs Thousands in Donations
This third grade homeless student has only played chess since fleeing Africa as a refuge, but he is already breaking tournament records—and winning hearts.
When Fire Leaves 500 Muslims Without Place of Worship, Synagogue Opens Their Doors
A New York City synagogue's act of compassion towards their Islamic neighbors has been inspiring thousands of people across social media.
Longtime Firefighter Saved By the Very Device He Lobbied for Months Earlier
Even though he has spent decades saving other people's lives, this firefighter's recent workplace decision ended up saving his own life months later.
When Two Dogs Became Trapped in Ice, the Perfect Russian Rescuer Happened to Be Walking By (WATCH)
When two Labradors fell through the surface of an icy reservoir earlier this week, they were lucky that a Russian free diver was walking by.
Taco Bell Cashier Has Written Hundreds of Kind Messages on Customer Receipts to Brighten Their Days
This 27-year-old Taco Bell employee is receiving an outpouring of praise in recognition for her small labor of love.
Hero Pit Bull Forced Her Way Out of Her Home to Fetch Police and Stop Potentially Disastrous Gas Leak
11-year-old Sadie has never run away from home before – but last week, she forced her way out of a sliding door in order to stop a disaster in the making.
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