Harnessing a Virus Like Herpes Has 'Cured' Skin Cancer
Scientists have used a genetically modified herpes virus to cure skin cancer and are looking at another viruses to learn new ways to fight disease.
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Hundreds of Strangers Rally One Morning to Grant 4-Year-old Cancer Survivor's Birthday Wish for '100 Bumblebees'
People traveled for many miles just so they could give Whitaker Weinburger a birthday surprise that he will never forget-a mile-long rainbow of yellow.
After Spending Life in Cage, Rescue Dog is Adopted By Senior Care Home the Day Before She Was to Be Euthanized
This 6-year-old pup now brings joy to the residents of a Maryland nursing home after she was rescued from euthanasia just in the nick of time.
Miss Virginia Contestant Performs Science Experiment For Talent Portion and Wins Beauty Pageant Crown
Instead of singing or dancing, this newly-crowned beauty queen earned her title by performing an on-stage science experiment for the judges.
Inspired By 6-Year-old's Kindness, a 43-Foot Bridge is Donated to Flood-Affected Nebraska Town
A determined Virginia man has successfully managed to donate a 43-foot bridge to the people of Nebraska after he learned about a Utah youngster's good deed.
Virginia Reportedly Becomes First State in the South to Mandate 100% Clean Power
Now that the Virginia Clean Economy Act (VCEA) has passed the House and Senate, Virginia plans to power itself on 100% renewable sources by 2050.
Politician Helps Pay Off Medical Debt for Man Who Sent Him Racist Tweets-And They're Now Friends
Qasim Rashid helped raise thousands of dollars for a Virginia man who sent him "deeply hurtful anti-Muslim" messages on Twitter.
Woman Who Visited and Fed Chained-Up Dog for a Year Finally Gets to Adopt it From Neighbor's Yard
Laura Seymour visited and fed this neglected pup three times a week for a year—but she was finally able to adopt it after animal control paid a visit.
Brain Surgery Can't Stop This 22-Year-old From Spreading Cheer With His 'Fast And Joyous' Christmas Car
Despite his devastating neurofibromatosis diagnosis, 22-yo Alex Argiro spreads Christmas cheer with his 'Fast and Joyous' Mazda concept car.
Man Returns to Poor Neighborhood Where He Grew Up So He Can Give Away $12,000 in Free Toys
Though Adam Armstrong is now financially comfortable in the mortgage business, he always makes sure to give back to the poor neighborhoods where he grew up.
'Cheer Dad of the Year' Goes Viral After He Nails His Daughter's Cheerleading Routine From the Stands
This enthusiastic father is being hailed as "Cheer Dad of the Year" after he was able to join in on all of his daughter's cheerleading maneuvers.
The 10 Healthiest Communities For Well-Being in America (Colorado Nabbed 6 of the Top 10 Spots)
Los Alamos County, New Mexico, was named the healthiest community in America in Top rankings from US News, with Colorado taking 6 of 10 spots.
World War II Veteran To Get Final Wish: Themed Casket to Match His Passion For Handing Out Juicy Fruit Gum
World War II veteran Suttie Economy has received permission from Wrigley's to be buried in a Juicy Fruit-themed casket at home in Virginia.
Boy Donates 22,000 Diapers to Single Moms Using Funds From His Lemonade Stand
11-year-old Cartier Carey from Hampton, Virginia has donated 22,000 diapers to single moms this summer. The money came from selling lemonade.
American Girl Has Turned This Virginia Hero Into a Doll: 'I Had No Words.'
American Girl has turned Virginia EMT hero April O'Quinn into a doll after her niece became one of 5 winners in the Heroes with Heart contest.
Startup Global-PPE Delivers Essential Protective Gear to Native American Reservations
A healthcare startup called Global-PPE based in Virginia delivered personal protective equipment (PPE) supplies to underserved Native Americans.
16-Year-Old Has Been Using His Flying Lessons to Deliver Medical Supplies to Rural Hospitals Fighting COVID
TJ Kim has been using his time off from school to focus on his flying lessons and flying much-needed medical masks and gowns to Virginia hospitals.
Teacher Brings Clippers to School So He Can Offer Free Haircuts to Fifth Graders Before 'Graduation'
This fifth grade teacher had an inkling that some of his students would want to clean up their hair before attending the school's "Moving On Ceremony".
Drones Will Drop Library Books So Kids in Virginia Can Keep Reading, Thanks to Librarian's Bright Idea
Students in Christiansburg, VA are going to be the first in the world to get library books via drone, after a librarian in lockdown gave Wing the idea.
Watch Youngsters Challenge Strangers on the Street to Watergun Fight During Hot Summer Day
When temperatures got particularly high in Virginia last month, two pranksters took it upon themselves to offer some watery relief to pedestrians.
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