Dr. Patch Adams Known For Wearing a Clown Nose Has a Foot Amputated-And He Says He's Thrilled-Watch
Dr. Patch Adams, who uses humor to heal and was portrayed by Robin Williams in a film, celebrated his foot amputation with a video message.
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Top 30 Most Delightful Things That Happen Unexpectedly-Like Finding Cash in Jeans or Compliments from Strangers
The top 30 most unexpectedly delightful things, includes finding money in a pair of jeans or a compliment from a stranger, says poll.
Optimist Pollster Finds Americans Are Far More Alike Than Different, With Shared Values Bridging Political Divides
The optimistic CEO of The Harris Poll says political divides vanish when looking at Americans' values— things are better than you think.
82% of U.S. Adults Are Hopeful About Their Own Future and Their Community's Future
The U.S. has a reputation for being a hopeful nation and a 2024 survey indicates this optimistic outlook is still as American as apple pie.
Three-Quarters of Small Business Owners Believe They're Equipped to Handle Any Economic Instability
More than three quarters of U.S. small business owners believe that their company is equipped to handle any upcoming economic instability, according to a new poll.
Optimistic People Shown to Sleep Better and Longer
Having an optimistic attitude does a lot more than just improve your mood—this new research says that it helps you get a better nights sleep.
These Are The Best Things About Aging, as Voted By People Over 50
A new survey uncovers the positive aspects about aging—and almost half of adults over 50 say their self-confidence and fulfillment has increased with age.
Amazing Fungus Discovered at Chernobyl Could Be Grown On Rockets to Protect Astronauts from Toxic Space Radiation
Fungus found in the destroyed reactors of Chernobyl could be used as a protective radiation shield for astronauts, as it consumes radiation.
Fungi Discovered In The Amazon Can Devour Plastic in Landfills
The Amazon is home to more species than almost anywhere else on earth. One fungus, carried home recently by a group from Yale University, appears to be quite happy eating plastic in airless landfills.
US Home Sales at 11-month High
U.S. home sales hit an 11-month high in December and the number of properties on the market was the fewest in nearly seven years, pointing to a nascent recovery in the housing sector. The National Association of Realtors said on Friday existing home sales increased 5 percent, marking the third straight monthly increase, with all four of the nation's regions recording gains.
Cell Phones Boosts Health Care in Bangladesh With 24-hour Help Line
Recent mobile phone initiatives in Bangladesh are allowing patients to reach a health worker for advice at no cost 24 hours a day. They can receive prenatal care reminders and even send complaints about patient care.
2.5 Million Young Americans Have New Health Insurance Coverage
About 2.5 million young people have received health insurance coverage as a result of health care reform measures that President Barack Obama signed into law last year, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported Wednesday.
Americans Say COVID-19 Has Given Them a Newfound Appreciation of Nature
A new poll has found that 6 in 10 Americans have a new appreciation of nature because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
56% of Americans Say They're Happier in Autumn Than Any Other Season: Here's The Top 20 Reasons
A survey of 2,000 Americans has found the 20 things people are most looking forward to as the leaves change color and begin to fall.
Small-business Loans Surge at Two US Banks
Huntington Bancshares and JPMorgan Chase continue to step up their lending to small businesses, with Chase posting a 45% increase in the number of loans issued last year.
After Using Tools, Crows are Happier and Behave More Optimistically: 'The pleasure of accomplishment'
Harvard researchers found that crows behaved more optimistically after using tools- probably from emotions like pleasure of accomplishment.
Optimism Associated with Lower Risk of Heart Failure
Optimistic older adults who see the glass as half full appear to have a reduced risk of developing heart failure, according to the latest study on the topic.
Groom Turns Cancelled Wedding Into Successful Charity Fundraiser
A Pittsburgh man whose wedding was called off decided to turn the lemons he was dealt into "LemonAID", a charity fundraiser for an organization that provides free surgery in developing countries.
6 in 10 Americans Optimistic That Economy is Looking Up, Happier Than at Any Time Since 2008
Two-thirds of Americans are optimistic that they will be better off financially next year than they are now, according to a new poll. In a separate Gallup survey, fewer Americans are experiencing daily worry or stress, and their emotional heath, self-measured by how much they remember smiling, laughing and enjoyment of recent days, is now higher than it has been in any month since Gallup and Healthways started tracking it in January 2008.
Prayers Answered When Son Finds $3,000 From Late Father in an Old Book
After many years of searching for his life's purpose, James Smith, 22, finally discovered his passion in the world of art, using spray paint, ink and acrylics in combination with black lights to create neon explosions of color. But the opportunities required an infusion of cash to keep up with the demand for more art work and supplies. His mother, a Reverand, prayed for help. That very night it was delivered.
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