Good News Stories

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Jon Stewart Quits Comedy, Starts Animal Sanctuary to Rescue Abused Factory Farm Animals

October 27, 2015 / 18,945 views

After stepping down as host of The Daily Show, comedian John Stewart has traded in his New York City lifestyle to live on a 12-acre farm that will become a sanctuary for abused factory animals.

A Biker Gets Off Her Motorcycle To Save A Kitten In The Middle Of A Busy Intersection

October 26, 2015 / 12,124 views

A motorcyclist from northwest Oklahoma recently saved a kitten who was nearly run over in the middle of a busy intersection, and the incredible rescue was caught on her helmet cam.

After Her Wedding Was Canceled, A Bride's Family Turned Her Reception Into A Feast For The Homeless

October 26, 2015 / 13,535 views

A California family found a way to turn heartache into something beautiful by transforming their daughter's canceled wedding reception into a feast for the homeless community.

This Kid Makes Homemade Dinosaur Videos Every Day. When The Internet Found Out, They Did Something Incredible

October 24, 2015 / 12,760 views

A young boy who makes homemade dinosaur videos had his dream come true thanks to an outpouring of internet love.

Surgeon Treats Over 100,000 Patients Unable To Pay For Health Care

October 23, 2015 / 2,305 views

'We never turn away a patient. The greatest thing we give them is hope.'

Meet Julia - Sesame Street's First Character With Autism

October 22, 2015 / 12,098 views

Sesame Street favorites Grover, Abby and Elmo will be joined by a new muppet pal, Julia. She has bright orange hair and big green eyes. She also has autism.

Woman Rescues Kitten Born Special While Others Decided To Give Up

October 22, 2015 / 34,667 views

Zeke the tuxedo kitten was just 13 weeks old when Lisa Jones of Super Heros Animal Hydrocephalus Society rescued him from euthanization by a local rescue.

Neighbors Give Four Year-Old An Early Halloween Before He Undergoes Neurosurgery

October 21, 2015 / 10,767 views

More than 40 neighbors in Midlothian, Virginia, opened their doors and allowed Branden Witt to celebrate Halloween a couple weeks early.

103 Year-Old 'Wonder Woman' Reveals Her Secret To Life, Celebrates Birthday Volunteering At Senior Center

October 20, 2015 / 10,868 views

Mary Cotter just celebrated her 103rd birthday at the Montclair Senior Center, California, where she's been volunteering for the last 25 years.

This 22 Year-Old Rugby Referee Suffers From A Very Rare Skin Condition. Her Story Is Truly Inspiring

October 19, 2015 / 6,546 views

Meet Mui Thomas, a Hong Kong rugby referee and special needs teacher with a rare skin condition.

Marine Who Lost Both Legs In Afghanistan Explosion Rescues Baby From Car Crash

October 18, 2015 / 4,990 views

Once a Marine, always a Marine.

75 Year-Old Army Veteran Saves 16 Children From Knife Attack In Public Library

October 16, 2015 / 62,677 views

Sixteen children and a handful of their mothers found the only door to their library room in Morton Public Library blocked by a man who held hunting knives in each hand.

NFL's DeAngelo Williams Pays For 53 Mammograms To Honor His Mom, Who Died Of Breast Cancer

October 15, 2015 / 2,531 views

Last year, NFL running back DeAngelo Williams' mother, Sandra Hill, lost her battle with breast cancer. She was just 53 years old. He also lost four aunts to the disease.

Pipes Have Been Illegally Extracting Water In California. The Company Behind It Is Being Sued For Drought Crimes

October 14, 2015 / 2,814 views

Nestle has been illegally extracting groundwater in California for its Arrowhead bottled water brand, which has been a key contributor to California's drought crisis.

Six Years After The Wreck, Quadriplegic Man Shares Amazing First Dance With Wife

October 14, 2015 / 13,645 views

'When you can walk, I want you to dance with me.'

Doctor Practicing 'Street Medicine' Named Top Hero Of 2015

October 13, 2015 / 19,184 views

For 23 years, Withers has been searching for the homeless - under bridges, in alleys and along riverbanks - to bring them free, quality medical care.

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