Good News Stories

Man Saves Dog That Had Been Locked In The Basement Of A Vacant House For Over A Week

December 26, 2014 / 2,403 views

A Michigan subcontractor working for a property management company found a starved, scared dog locked in the basement of a vacant house.

High School Student Gives New Sneakers To Bullied Classmate

December 24, 2014 / 2,210 views

Yaovi Mawuli Amaglo, a high school student from outside Greensboro, North Carolina, warmed hearts this week when he gave a pair of Jordans to a classmate with worn-down shoes.

An Orangutan Has Been Granted Basic Human Rights, Including Freedom From Captivity

December 23, 2014 / 2,284 views

A shy orangutan who spent the last 20 years in a Buenos Aires zoo has been granted basic legal rights enjoyed by humans.

Picture Of Cop On The Side Of The Road Comforting Two Lost Dogs Immediately Goes Viral

December 22, 2014 / 15,666 views

A touching act of compassion by a Kansas City police officer has gone viral on Facebook.

Hero Monkey Spends 20 Minutes Resuscitating Electrocuted Friend, Saves His Life

December 22, 2014 / 13,235 views

A hero monkey spent 20 minutes resuscitating his friend after being electrocuted in India's northern city of Kanpur.

Police Chief Playing Santa Learns Sign Language In 3 Days To Brighten 6 Year-Old's Christmas

December 21, 2014 / 12,115 views

In a scene reminiscent of Miracle on 34th Street, 6 year-old Sadie Adam was stopped in her tracks when she sat on Santa's lap and he started signing.

Johns Hopkins Makes History After Double Amputee Controls Prosthetic Arms With His Thoughts

December 19, 2014 / 12,690 views

A Colorado man made history at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) this summer when he became the first bilateral shoulder-level amputee to wear and simultaneously control two of the Laboratory's Modular Prosthetic Limbs.

Michigan Cops Turn Routine Traffic Stops Into Christmas Surprises

December 18, 2014 / 10,110 views

Imagine getting pulled over for speeding - but instead of getting a ticket, you're handed a brand new X-Box.

7 Year-Old Sends NFL Star An Autographed Jersey With The Greatest Reason Ever

December 17, 2014 / 10,618 views

Professional athletes are typically the ones signing jerseys and sending them out in the mail. But NFL star J.J. Watt was in for a real treat...

Dog Born With Deformed Front Legs Runs For The First Time, Thanks To 3D Printing

December 16, 2014 / 2,832 views

Tara Anderson cried every time she came across Derby's story and pictures on the animal rescue group website, Peace And Paws. Derby was born with deformed front legs.

Homeless Man Offers Woman His Last Bit Of Change To Get Home Safe

December 16, 2014 / 15,188 views

After a homeless man came to her aid, a 22-year-old University of Central Lancashire student has vowed to pay him back.

Watch Two Year-Old's Reaction After Hearing Mom's Voice For The First Time

December 15, 2014 / 13,058 views

Born as a preemie at only 25 weeks, Ryan Aprea began his life with a seven-month stay in the ICU. Shortly before his discharge, his parents learned that their son was deaf.

Generous Woman Cooks Full Roast Dinners For Over 40 Shelter Dogs Every Sunday

December 15, 2014 / 2,963 views

Every Saturday, Claire Nash cooks a full roast dinner for her husband, four children, and over 40 shelter dogs.

A Mystery Woman Walked Into A Toys R Us And Paid Off Everyone's Layaway Balance

December 13, 2014 / 3,454 views

A Toys R Us store in Bellingham, Mass., had to call over 150 customers and let them know they can come pick up their layaway gifts.

Norwegian Man Dives Into A Frozen Lake To Save A Duck

December 12, 2014 / 7,762 views

A man saw a duck stuck under a frozen lake in Norway. It was helplessly clinging to life.

Beard Baubles: The New Trend This Holiday Season That's Going Viral For All The Right Reasons

December 12, 2014 / 10,849 views

A new trend has a London ad agency struggling to keep up with orders this holiday season.