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Sweet Sustainability: Sugar Cane Waste is Fuel of the Future?
This exciting new research has proven that sugarcane can be genetically engineered to produce oil in its leaves and stems for biodiesel production. Surprisingly,...
Repo Man Who Paid Off Elderly Couple’s Car Returns Now to Care For Widow
Jimmy Ford made national headlines in November after he gave an elderly couple the Thanksgiving surprise of a lifetime – and now he's back...
Chance the Rapper Donating $1Mil to Chicago Schools
Chicago born and bred hip hop artist Chance the Rapper has announced that he will be donating $1 million to his home city's public schools.
The...
Teacher Creates Chairs From Tennis Balls to Soothe Autistic Students
This elementary school teacher went above and beyond for her students with sensory issues just by using paint, a hot glue gun, and a few...
Cyclists Volunteer to Give Nature Rides to Wheelchair Bound
These passengers suffering from limited mobility now get to enjoy the same outdoor benefits as their able-bodied volunteers.
Nutrition Linked to Brain Health – and Intelligence – in Older Adults
A study of older adults links consumption of a pigment found in leafy greens to the preservation of "crystallized intelligence," the ability to use...
Historic Firsts and Achievements of Election Day 2016
If you're feeling blue over last night's Election Day results, check out these groundbreaking victories that passed as well.
He Aims to Solve Hunger in Chicago by Bringing Food Waste Down to Zero
His ingenious app, Zero Percent, connects restaurants and schools that have surplus food with nonprofits that bring the food to those in need.
Watch Bill Murray Bring Fan – and the Public – to Party With the Cubs
From helping a down-on-her-luck fan into the stands, to chugging champagne straight from the bottle, Bill Murray is living it up for his favorite team.
Strangers Help Return Military Doll to Son of Soldier
It can be hard to deal with parents in the army being deployed overseas – that's why these strangers knew it was important to return this special lost doll.
89-yo Man Surprised with $150K After Stranger Sees Him Pushing Popsicle Cart to Make Ends Meet
Following his daughter's death, this senior was resigned to pushing his popsicle cart for the rest of his life – until his photo was posted on the internet.
Do Your Kids Have Grandparents? This Group Offers Surrogates and a Way to Connect
Whether your child's grandparents passed away before their time or simply live too far away, this Facebook group has been filling that familial void.
Uber Driver Reunites Wallet Containing Life Savings with Newly Emigrated Man
Not every person could walk away from $3,000, but this Ukrainian emigrant is lucky enough that his Uber driver was the kind of man who would.
Jose Figueroa picked up...
Marching Band Gives Surprise Front Yard Performance After Flute Player’s Surgery
An eighth-grade member of a marching band missed their final school event of the year due to a kidney transplant—so her fellow band members...
These American Teens Just Took First Place in World Robotics Championship
A group of Cleveland teens were overwhelmed with emotion as they beat out 20,000 other students to claim top prize at the FIRST Robotics...
Little Girl Has Best Birthday Ever Thanks To Kind Garbage Man
Brooklyn and her mom spend every Thursday waiting at the end of their driveway so they can wave to their 'favorite awesome smiley garbage...
Chicago Comes Together To Save Jingles The Dog
Just days after being rescued from an abandoned neighborhood garage, a 6-year-old black lab was brought in for a check-up. His new owner wanted...
Ex-Homeless Man Gives $10K to High School After 2 Teens Buy Him Ticket Home
A former homeless man’s $10,000 gift will inspire and reward random acts of kindness for years to come, thanks to two Illinois teens.
The generosity...
Drink 1 to 3 Extra Cups Of Water Daily For Weight Loss, Health – Study
For people who want to control their weight or reduce their intakes of sugar, sodium and saturated fat, water may be just what the...
Kids Give Up Playtime to Learn Sign Language for Deaf Classmate
These fifth graders are learning sign language and the reason why speaks volumes about their character.
Students at a Peoria, Illinois school give up recess every Wednesday so they...