Train Passenger Uses a Twitter Post to Help Rescue 26 Girls From Traffickers
An Indian man is being hailed as a hero after his quick-thinking ended up saving two dozen young girls from a nefarious scheme.
World
Showing 381 - 400 of 754 Posts
These Tales of Kindness From the World Cup Are the Best Examples of Humanity at its Finest
The World Cup is always a perfect example of how humans can get along – regardless of their race, abilities, or sports preferences.
They Disguised Themselves As Boys in Order to Pay the Bills, Now 'Barbershop Girls' of India Given Scholarships
These girls have been defying gender stereotypes for years - a famous company has rewarded them for their hard work with a free education.
Song Made Entirely of Bird Calls is Climbing the Music Charts - Watch the Enchanting Music Video
This 3-minute collection of endangered bird calls is proving to be just as popular as Taylor Swift and Lil Nas.
This Icelandic Facility is Capturing CO2 Emissions So They Can Turn It All into Stone
This fascinating carbon capture system could be a groundbreaking new tool in the fight against greenhouse gas pollution and climate change.
Take THAT, Taliban: Couple Creates 3D Hologram of Ancient Buddha Statue
A wealthy Chinese couple made it their mission to restore the image of one of two sacred Buddhas of Bamiyan statues that towered over Afghanistan for 1500 years.
Despite Being Blind and Partially Deaf, Man Has Traveled Solo to 125 Countries on 7 Continents
When Tony Giles first went to America as a teenager, he knew that he wanted to travel the world – and he has been to 125 countries ever since.
This Determined Sound-Tracker is Creating 'Quiet Parks' As Part of His Mission to Save Silence
This sound expert is fighting to protect the quietest places in the world so that people can experience the sound of silence for generations to come.
Researchers Create 'First-of-its-Kind' Roadmap for Saving Earth From Climate Change Years Before 2050 Deadline
This groundbreaking report is one of the first global roadmaps for how the world can stop climate change - and it's apparently quite cost-effective, too.
Sikhs Are Celebrating the Birth of Their Beloved Founder by Planting 1 Million Trees in 2019
As a means of celebrating the 550th birthday of Sikhism's founder, thousands of worshippers are planting trees around the world.
50,000 Food-Bearing Trees Planted To Fight Caribbean Hunger
The "Trees That Feed Foundation" announced today that in just five years 50,000 food-bearing trees donated by the organization have been planted in Caribbean nations to help combat hunger and develop a sustainable food source.
World's Largest Free Kitchen Feeds 100,000 a Day Inside a Sikh Golden Temple
In Amritsar, India, volunteers are able to serve 100,000 meals every single day of the year from a kitchen in the Golden Temple that never closes.
Sikh Woman Turns Cyber Bullying Incident into Inspiration
After someone snapped a photo of her and posted it on online, Balpreet Kaur was ridiculed for following the tenets of her Sikh faith. But instead of hiding or lashing out, she politely posted a reply—and turned a bullying situation into a inspiring example of tolerance, support, and inspiration.
Sikhs Set Up Free Bakery Near War Zone to Feed Fleeing Syrians
Sikhs took their tradition of religious hospitality to one of the most inhospitable places on Earth–10km from the Syrian border to feed fleeing refugees.
India Gets Its First Ever Hospital for Abused Elephants - and They've Already Treated Dozens
Since opening their doors four months ago, this elephant hospital has rescued and treated 26 pachyderms from abusive conditions.
In What May Be its Largest Ever Gift to Charity, Businessman in India Donates $7.5 Billion
After accounting for the bulk of India's major charitable donations last year, the nation's second-richest person, Azim Premji, had given $7.5 billion more.
These 18 Developed Countries Have Passed Policies to Cut Carbon Emissions; New Study Says It's Working
New research shows that the efforts of countries representing 28% of the world's carbon emissions are successfully cutting CO2 levels.
The Ultimate Dream Job Will Pay You to Travel the World and Post Your Experiences to Social Media
If you enjoy traveling the world and posting videos and pics on Instagram, apply for this job and start your dream employment.
Dogs Could Be the Key to Turning the Tide Against Malaria
This new study shows that pups are capable of sniffing out more than just Parkinson's disease and prostate cancer—and could be a new tool to fight malaria.
El Salvador Apologizes for State Violence on 20th Anniversary of Peace Accords, Offers Reparations
Crowds gathered in the small community of El Mozote to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the signing of the Peace Accords that ended El Salvador´s 12-year-long civil war. Rural El Mozote, the site of a 1981 massacre, was offered reparations and economic health, as well as protected historical status.
Recent Stories
A Heartfelt Reminder to Appreciate the Ones We Love
Cherish the Woman Who Stands by You
Breaking Generational Cycles of Pain
Living by Your Own Values, Not Others' Approval
When Life Brings Rain, It’s Okay to Rest
Before You Judge Someone's Life, Take a Moment to Walk in Their Shoes.
A Friend Who Spreads Gossip is Not a True Friend at All
The Value of Human Connection Over Digital Convenience
The Quiet Kind of Love
One Day, Your Mom Won’t Call You Anymore
I’ve reached a point in my life...
Happiness is a mindset, a conscious choice we make every day