Vending Machines Are Now 'Giving Machines' Where People Can Donate Chickens, Blankets, Boots, or Basketballs
A new type of vending machine, these Giving Machines allow passersby in US cities to make charitable donations to local and global causes.
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Teens Build Bus Stop Shelter for 5-Year-old Wheelchair User, Protecting Him From Harsh Weather
Rhode Island teens built a shelter for a 5-year-old wheelchair user after seeing him having to sit out in the rain for the school bus.
Couple Stuck on Highway for 21 Hours in Snowstorm Asks Bakery Truck to Give Away Their Supply to Hungry Drivers
The stranded motorists on I-95 in the recent winter storm had involuntary 24+ hour fasts broken when a bakery truck gave away all their bread.
A Stranger's Kindness Helped Boy Escape the Nazis Who Would Go On to Win Nobel Prize-And He Never Knew it
Known for discovering the Cosmic Microwave Background, Arno Penzias' father escaped Nazi Germany largely with the help of one, unknown man.
Daily Multivitamins Could Help Keep Seniors Mentally Sharp-and May Protect Against Dementia
Researchers estimated supplementation for three years roughly translated to a 60% slowing of cognitive decline, equating to nearly two years.
Here's an Interactive Map that Will Allow You to Plan a Precise Fall Foliage Road Trip
A Smokey Mountains tourist website has created an interactive map that allows you to see how the leaves change color across the USA.
Domino's Finally Settles Argument of Whether or Not You Can Recycle Pizza Boxes
Domino's is now printing how to recycle their pizza box right onto the box, including tidbits like "Grease DOES NOT Impact the Recyclability!"
World's First 100% Hydrogen-Powered Trains Now Running Regional Service in Germany to Replace Diesel
In Germany and the U.S., some regional lines still use diesel-powered locomotives, which expose passengers to harmful air pollutants
White House Bans Paywalls on Any Publication Containing Taxpayer-Funded Research
The White House ruled scientific research that is taxpayer-supported must be available to the public at no cost—banning expensive paywalls.
U.S. to Plug More than 10,000 Abandoned Carbon-Emitting Oil and Gas Wells in 24 States
Once sources of energy, these derelict wells act as exhaust pipes that emit methane from the basins into which they were drilled.
Delaware Will Install Free Solar Panels For Low-income Residents and Paying 70% For Moderate-incomes
A pilot program will extend the benefits of solar power to Delaware residents who can't afford installing the green energy.
Airline is Protecting Hawaiian Coral Reefs By Giving Free Non-Toxic Sunscreen to Tourists
This airline is helping all of its passengers take responsibility for themselves while they're enjoying the sunny beaches of Hawaii on vacation.
Sanctuary Containing 'Healthiest Coral Reefs in the World' Just Tripled in Size Thanks to U.S. Government Protection
The US just tripled the size of Gulf of Mexico's largest coral sanctuary-expanding the Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary.
More Young Adults are Renting Next Door to Retired Folks - With Intergenerational Benefits
Companies like Nesterly and Canada HomeShare are uniting disparate generations with huge satisfaction and befit for both parties.
Two Zoos, Two Sets of Big Cat Twins: Welcoming the Newborn Cubs in Nashville and Oklahoma
The zoos help conserve the Sumatran tiger subspecies which is critically-endangered, and the clouded leopard, which is vulnerable.
U.S. State Park Unveils New Trail Made of Illegally Dumped Tires
Tens of thousands of these tires were illegally dumped in the area, and after being collected were turned into crumbs and pressed into a trail
Hi-Tech Archaeology Reveals Extraordinary Cave Art Carvings Beneath 2000 Years of Sediment in Alabama
New digital analysis of rock surfaces in a low cave reveals huge carvings and drawings from nearly 2,000 years ago in Alabama.
Airline Captain Writes Sweet Note to Tooth Fairy For Girl on Plane
Captain Josh took care of accounting for the Tooth Fairy on behalf of young Lena Larmon who lost a tooth on board an airplane
Complete Dinosaur Fossil Found by a Dog Renews Rural Coal Town in Colorado
Walter is a remarkably complete specimen, and researchers believe that this fossil represents a new species
MIRACLE MONDAY: Homeless For 28 Years, Linda is Offered Miracle Reunion With Her Family and Moves Back Home
Gabby, a mom homeless for 28 years was able to return to Wisconsin to see her kids just in time for Mother's Day.
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