3,000 Life Vests Arranged On Mountain Sends 2016 Message of Hope -WATCH
Using the lifejackets that kept thousands of lives afloat in the ocean, humanitarians used those very same safety vests to spell out a sign of optimism.
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Bereaved Palestinian, Israeli Parents Unveil Something Beautiful at U.N.
Despite continued fighting in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, parents united by grief and loss came together from both sides in a 70-day vigil for peace. An idea to paint a peace mural was born, and it is now displayed at the UN.
Wars are on the Wane Worldwide
The world has become dramatically more peaceful since 1992, according to the Human Security Report. The number of wars, coup d'etats, and acts of genocide has declined by 40 percent. Weapons sales between countries have dropped 33 percent during the same time, and the number of refugees has diminished by 45 percent.
Spiritual Leaders Unveil Action Plan to Combat Violent Extremism
In a two-day conference over the weekend, Muslim, Jewish and Christian religious leaders from around the world gathered in Abu Dhabi to discuss the challenges of violent religious extremism and identify ways to combat it. Organizers announced a "10-point action plan that they will initiate over the next three years.
Sudan and Chad Agree to Peace Plan
Sudan and Chad Agree to Peace Plan
Playing for Change Brings Peace Through Music
A film crew traveled the world recording musicians from Israel, S. Africa, Venezuela and New Orleans, all playing the same song - Stand By Me - thru headphones.
Half-Price Hummus Brings Arabs and Jews Together Over Lunch
This Israeli restaurant offers half-price hummus to Arabs and Jews who share a table together.
Hundreds of Jews and Arabs Rally Arm-in-Arm for Peace in Israel
Nearly 1000 Jewish and Arab residents joined seven mayors from around the region to form a human chain in Israel, calling for coexistence and non-violence.
Old Enemies Turn Into New Heroes During Floods
Some good came out of the flooding that swept through Mozambique in 2000. At the same time as marooned Mozambicans on high ground were being rescued by soldiers in helicopters, historical stereotypes were being erased and the hated enemy was fast becoming a hero.
China to Set Up $1Bil Peace Fund and Cancel Debt of Poor Countries
At the UN, the president of China pledged $1bil to peace and $12bil across the world to end poverty and vowed to cancel debt of poor nations.
Daring Rescue of 105 People Before the Fall of Saigon
A film like Argo could have been made of the suspenseful rescue by John Riordon in the days before the Fall of Saigon in Vietnam. A young American bank manager for Citibank in Saigon, he refused to evacuate in the days before the Communist takeover to ensure that his staff and their families (105 people) got out before the invasion.
Disabled in Iraq, Now Making Life Easier for Other Wounded Vets
A National Guardsman lost both legs in Iraq, but found a new mission helping others. It was a life-altering injury, but from the beginning, Dale Beatty had a positive attitude about it. Beatty created an organization Purple Heart Homes after a Builders Association -- of which he was a member -- helped him build a wheelchair-accessible home with wide doorways and roll-in bathrooms.
Would-be Robber Breaks-down, Store Clerk Gives him Pizza
An apparent attempt to rob a Papa John's pizza restaurant in Montana's capital went awry when the would-be robber started to cry. A man entered the restaurant and gave the cashier a note demanding money. He later broke down and confessed he was doing the deed for his wife and child. The cashier showed great compassion and cooked him dinner.
War Vet Returns to Vietnam to Turn Troubling Memories to Happy Ones
Diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, Vietnam War veteran Kent Maxfield was determined to erase the negative battlefield memories with happier ones, so he traveled back there, bringing toys for children in orphanages
China, South Korea Hold Summit on North Korea, China Pledges to Keep the Peace
The presidents of South Korea and China agreed Monday to work together to achieve peace and stability on the Korean peninsula, in their first summit since Kim Jong Il's death opened the chance for major changes in North Korea. China's Hu Jintao said he is willing to make 'unremitting efforts' to safeguard peace and stability.
North Korea to Suspend Nuclear Activities
The United States said Wednesday North Korea has agreed to suspend nuclear activities and accept a moratorium on nuclear and long-range missile tests, in a breakthrough in negotiations with the secretive communist nation. In a key concession, North Korea said it had agreed to allow International Atomic Energy Agency inspectors to verify and monitor a moratorium on uranium enrichment activities.
Nevada Man Plans Peace Bike Ride Across Iran
Six years ago Rick Gunn, 49, left his job to cycle across the world. He also met up with Iranian-born cyclist Mohammad Tajeran to cross Malaysia as a team. Now, the two are planning to reunite next month to ride their bikes across Iran in a symbolic gesture of peace.
100 Milwaukee Area Salons to Hold Fundraiser for Spa Shooting Victims
Nearly 100 Milwaukee area salons and spas are expected to participate in a fundraising effort Tuesday to support victims of a shooting last month at Azana Spa & Salon in Brookfield, and to help raise awareness of domestic abuse.
Photo of the Day - Mali Rebels Agree to End Hostilities
Rebel groups from northern Mali have agreed to end hostilities and present a united front ahead of negotiations with the Malian government that begin in Algiers next week.
Israeli Prime Minister Calls Palestinian President, Breaks Silence to Talk Peace
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu broke a year of silence when he called Palestinian President Abbas on the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr.
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