Taiwan's First Woman President Becomes Most Powerful Woman in Chinese Speaking World
Taiwan's new president, an attorney with two cats who enjoys a nightly glass of wine, joins a small group of about two-dozen world leaders who are women.
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This Group Brings Nature Inside for Those Who Can't Go Outside
For people who can't go out into the natural world, this group brings nature to anyone stuck inside - like the sick, the elderly or Alzheimer's patients.
Couple Defers Dream Boat to Cover College Tuition for Entire Class
Inspired by a church sermon, an attorney and his wife gave up a dream to buy a boat, and instead will pay college tuition for an entire kindergarten class.
Amount of Mercury, DDT and Other Contaminants in Fish is at 40-Year Low
Fish in today's oceans contain far lower levels of mercury, DDT and other toxic chemicals than at any time in the last 4 decades, says a major review.
Poetry in Motion: Power Plant Will Use Ocean Tides to Power 155K Homes
A planned power plant in Wales may look like the Guggenheim Museum but its benefits will outweigh the beauty: it will use the ocean tides to power 155,000 homes.
Football Player's Unbreakable Bond with the Teammate He Paralyzed
When Kurt Coleman takes the field in Super Bowl 50, a former teammate who became paralyzed due to Coleman's tackle will be rooting hard for his old friend.
Muslims Who Saved Jews During The Holocaust Finally Honored
It's important to recognize our heroes and allies that have aided us throughout history – no matter the race or religion.
Mexican Students Devise Natural Mosquito Repellent to Avert Zika Virus
With the Zika virus's rapid spread in mosquito-infested countries, university students in Mexico City are preparing to fend them off.
World's First Pups to Sniff Out Fire Ants and Help Eradicate Them
Dogs are man's best friend - and a fire ant's worst enemy; Queensland, Australia is now almost fire ant free thanks to these sniffing pups.
Ordinary People in Convoy of Trucks Quench Thirst in South African Drought
Launching Operation Hydrate just a month ago, ordinary folks have delivered more than 6 million liters of water to grateful towns in South Africa.
Child Returns Wallet With Sweet Note 'You Look Like Nice Person'
The internet's faith in humanity is restored after a 10-year-old boy returned a lost wallet to it's owner with a heartwarming reminder about honesty.
Appalachian Miners Trade Coal for Code, Digging Computer Skills
Coal miners are learning to write code as the Kentucky coal fields give way to good-paying computer jobs, thanks to several organizations.
Shelter Surprises Homeless Couple with Fairy Tale Wedding
Together for 10 years, a homeless couple saving for a simple wedding, was surprised by a local shelter that gave them all the items for a special day.
Former Child Brides Win Case in Court: Zimbabwe Bans Child Marriage
A pair of former child brides took their plight to Zimbabwe's highest court, and won a ban on marriage for anyone under the age of 18.
Women Can Become Heads of Households in India Says Court Ruling
A court decision has greatly expanded women's rights in India, allowing them to make family business, property, and inheritance decisions.
The World Is Its Bathtub: Six Story High Rubber Duck Heads for Great Lakes
This 11-ton rubber duck is a show-stopper wherever she floats and she's headed to the Great Lakes this summer.
Big-hearted Little Boy Gives Up Birthday Gifts to Help Shelter Animals
The donations poured in when this five-year-old gave up birthday presents so he could help the rescue animals at his local shelters.
Israeli Women Tear Down Centuries Old Gender Barrier at the Western Wall
Men and women will finally be allowed to pray alongside one another at Jerusalem's Western Wall, Judaism's holiest site.
Crime Rate Continues its Decline in New York City During 2015
Despite rising worries through much of the year, New York City reported a decline in its crime rate, making 2015 one of the best years on record.
School Sends Inspiring Letter With Test Scores, So Kids Know What's Important
This school included an encouraging letter with every set of exam scores it mailed out reminding students what is more important than tests.
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