In recent years, technology, education and government regulation have helped make the sport of surfing and finance less risky. Both have a lot in common and teach us a lot about risk.
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Friday 31 May 2019
Catch The Wave: Commonalities Of Surfing And Finances
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I Am A Woman": Track Star Caster Semenya Continues Her Fight to Compete As A Female
Male and female athletes compete in separate categories because of advantages that come with testosterone. But what should be the rules for women who have naturally high testosterone levels?
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Thursday 30 May 2019
NBA Finals Head To Canada As Raptors Take On Golden State Warriors
For the first time, the NBA Finals will be played in Canada. The Toronto Raptors host the Golden State Warriors on Thursday. NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Toronto Star sports columnist Bruce Arthur.
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Toronto Superfan To Sit Courtside For Raptor's Historic Game
Nav Bhatia, a Sikh immigrant and superfan, has been to every Toronto Raptors home game since the franchise started in 1995. He'll be courtside for the Raptor's first NBA Finals appearance in history.
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Warriors Travel To Canada As Raptors Host Game 1 Of NBA's Finals
The NBA Finals get under way Thursday night, and there's a familiar team playing for the title: The Golden State Warriors. But for the Toronto Raptors, it's their first trip to the finals.
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Child Struck By Foul Ball At Cubs-Astros Game
"As soon as I hit it, the first person I locked eyes on was her," Chicago Cubs Albert Almora Jr. told reporters. Astros officials said the girl was rushed to the hospital.
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‘Best Leaf Musician’ in China Wants More People to Play the Leaves – Here’s His Lesson on How to Do it Yourself
This Chinese musician has been playing the “cheapest instrument in the world” for over 30 years – and he wants to teach more people how to play it.
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Training for Your First Marathon ‘Reverses’ Aging of Major Blood Vessels on Par With Medication
This new research shows that training for a marathon can reduce the aging of your blood vessels as effectively as medication – no matter your age.
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Watch People Join Rescue Elephants in the Streets As They Embark on 10-Hour Walk to Their New Home
Dozens of pedestrians joined these rescue elephants in the streets as the pachyderms were guided to their new home 12 miles away.
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This Breathtaking Café Made Entirely Out of Cardboard Shows Just How Eco-Friendly Architecture Can Be
Except for the actual kitchen, everything in the café is made from cardboard – from the chairs and tables to the light fixtures and menu holders.
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When Mom Wanted to Build Walker for Her Son, Home Depot Workers Sent Them for Ice Cream and Got to Work
When Christian Moore told these employees what she was planning on building for her son, the workers gently ushered her out the door and got to work.
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Good News in History, May 29
20 years ago today, NASA’s Space Shuttle Discovery completed the first docking with the International Space Station. The spacecraft could remain docked for 11–12 days, loading and unloading supplies, personnel, and trash making the ISS even more versatile. (1999) MORE Good News on this Day in History: Igor Stravinsky’s ballet score The Rite of Spring […]
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Scientists Use New ‘Holy Grail’ Gene Therapy to Heal Damage Caused By Heart Attacks and it Could Save Millions
This is the first successful demonstration of scientists using gene therapy to help a heart repair itself following a heart attack.
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Thousands of People Have Been Encouraged By Mom’s Yard Signs – and Their Feedback Has Been Amazing
It has been two years since an Oregon woman started planting encouraging signs in people's yards – and the resulting testimonials have been amazing.
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New Research Says That Being a ‘Dog Person’ and Enjoying the Perks of Pups is in Our Genetic Makeup
People may be genetically predisposed to being a dog person – and that may mean that they enjoy a number of dog-related health benefits.
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Teen Girls Have Raised Over $1.5 Million for Clean Water Simply By Embracing Their Love of Origami
Thousands of people around the world now have clean water thanks to two teen girls who love the ancient art of origami.
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Elderly Man Gazing Fondly at His Date in McDonald’s Inspires Thousands of Romantics Online
A simple moment of affection between an elderly couple in McDonald's has won the hearts of thousands of internet users since it was uploaded last week.
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Good News in History, May 28
Happy 75th Birthday to Gladys Knight, the singer, songwriter, actress, businesswoman, and author. She won two Grammys in one year with her group Gladys Knight & the Pips in 1973—for Midnight Train to Georgia and Neither One of Us (Wants to Be the First to Say Goodbye). That’s What Friends Are For was another No.1 […]
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Listen to How He Overcame His Fear of Germs After His Brother’s Daring Gesture in NYC (MOTH Monday)
Today is MOTH Monday on Good News Network: In partnership with The Moth, a nonprofit dedicated to the art of storytelling, we bring you the most uplifting speakers from live stages across the world. Kevin McAuliffe was terrified of germs – so imagine how anxious he became when his parents told him they were sending […]
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Forget About Lettuce – Here’s Why You Should Make Your Next Salad Out of Parsley
Next time you're throwing together a salad, studies suggest that you may want to reach for parsley instead of lettuce.
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Watch the Moment a Sloth Thanks Its Rescuers for Saving It From Oncoming Traffic
After this good Samaritan came to the rescue of a sloth in traffic, the critter bid a fond farewell to his hero with an adorable smile and wave of its claws.
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Man Taught Himself to Play the Trumpet Solely So He Could Play Taps for Fallen Soldiers
This Minnesota man is now 70 years old, but he refuses to stop paying his respects to fallen veterans soldiers as a means of atoning for his regret.
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Good News in History, May 27
25 years ago today, the Nobel prize winning author Alexander Solzhenitsyn flew back to his native Russia after 20 years of exile in the United States. The 75-year-old was given an emotional homecoming greeted by 2,000 people bearing flowers and gifts, reported the BBC. Imprisoned by Stalin for ten years for political dissent, Solzhenitsyn was later stripped […]
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As Disabled Man Frantically Wheels Himself Home Before Tornado, Teen Hops Out of His Car to Help
Rather than driving past a disabled man in a wheelchair, this trepidatious teen insisted on pushing him all the way to safety.
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Adidas Ensuring That All Their Shoes Can Be 100% Recycled into New Ones Without Any Waste
Not only are Adidas shoes being made out of recycled ocean plastic, but they are also now being modeled into shoes that are 100% recyclable.
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When World Hears About Cello Prodigy Living in Poverty, it Sends a Crescendo of Blessings – GNN Podcast
Eddie struggled with his 5 siblings and single mom in a homeless shelter. Never did he dream of being on stage as the lead cellist in an orchestra. Hear our Good News Guru tell the inspiring story on the radio in Los Angeles—during the May 24, 2019 Ellen K. Morning Show on KOST-103.5. SEE video and the full story on GNN… […]
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Wednesday 29 May 2019
'Sports Illustrated' Is Sold Again, But Publishing Won't Shift To New Owner Yet
Authentic Brands Group is buying the iconic magazine in order to take advantage of licensing opportunities. Meredith Corp., which acquired it in 2018, will continue to publish the magazine.
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After Deadly Season On Everest, Nepal Has No Plans To Issue Fewer Permits
The mountain nation said potential climbers need to be aware of the risks of summiting the world's tallest peak. Experts say Everest's traffic jams are only getting worse — and more dangerous.
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Tuesday 28 May 2019
Dog Sledding After Divorce (Rebroadcast)
The wild called to Kristin Knight Pace. And she responded.
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Monday 27 May 2019
Former Red Sox First Baseman Bill Buckner Dies At 69
The former All-Star and Gold Glove winner spent 22 years in the Major Leagues, but his career was overshadowed by a fateful mistake in the 1986 World Series.
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Bill Buckner, Red Sox Scapegoat Later Embraced By Fans, Dies
Former Boston Red Sox first-baseman Bill Buckner has died at 69. Best known for a fielding error that helped cost Boston the 1986 World Series, Buckner was cheered by Red Sox fans in recent years.
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Veteran Tennis Stars Still Prove Le Creme De La Creme In Paris
It's day two of the French Open. NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks to Sports Illustrated executive editor Jon Wertheim about what to expect from tennis' aging greats and up-and-comers.
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What Happens When A World-Class Athlete Decides To Have A Baby
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to sprinter Allyson Felix, an Olympic champion, about her contract with Nike through her pregnancy and her advocacy for black maternal health care.
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Stanley Cup Finals Action Begins Monday Night
The Boston Bruins return to the Stanley Cup finals for the first time since 2013, but the wait has been much longer for the St. Louis Blues. They were last in the finals 49 years ago.
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Former Green Bay Packers Quarterback Bart Starr Dies At 85
Legendary Bart Starr, who played for Green Bay's Packers from 1956 to 1971, was the first quarterback to win five NFL championships. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1977.
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The Fine Art Of Stopping A Flying Puck
For decades, ice hockey goalies have carried on a tradition of painting their masks. Less visible, though, are the artists who design them — and the thriving cottage industry they've quietly built.
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Sunday 26 May 2019
Olympic Track Star Rebukes Sponsorship Pay Penalties For Pregnant Athletes
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Olympic track runner Alysia Montano about how sport endorsement companies treat maternity leave.
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Why Mount Everest's Death Toll Keeps Climbing
NPR's Susan Davis talks to Outside magazine editor Grayson Schaffer about the recent deaths of climbers on Mount Everest.
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Saturday 25 May 2019
Saturday Sports: Stanley Cup, NBA Playoffs, Minnesota Twins
NPR's Scott Simon talks with ESPN's Howard Bryant about the Stanley Cup, the NBA and the Minnesota Twins making history.
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Thursday 23 May 2019
Wednesday 22 May 2019
He Could Go 'All The Way': Joe Namath Enters His 4th Quarter
In a new autobiography, the great NFL quarterback details his ups (like a Super Bowl victory) and downs (like the Suzy Kolber incident and alcoholism), as he stares down his legacy.
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Tuesday 21 May 2019
Nepalese Sherpa Sets New Record For Climbing Mount Everest With 24th Ascent
A Nepalese mountain climber has broken the record for ascents of Mount Everest. Kami Rita Sherpa, 49, has made it to the top 24 times.
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Nepalese Sherpa Sets Mount Everest Record (Again), Climbing Mountain Twice In A Week
A Nepalese mountain climber has now climbed Mount Everest a record 24 times — and he's hoping to do it one more time before he retires.
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3-Time Formula One Champ Niki Lauda Is Dead At 70
Lauda survived a major crash during the 1976 German Grand Prix, racing again just weeks later. Lauda later went into the aviation business.
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Sunday 19 May 2019
President Trump's Golf Scores Hacked On U.S. Golf Association Account
The awful scores of 101, 100, 108 and 102 were posted to Trump's USGA-administered handicap system on Friday, according to Golfweek.
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Saturday 18 May 2019
From The Gridiron To Multigrid Algorithms In 'Mind And Matter'
MIT mathematician and former Baltimore Ravens offensive lineman John Urschel has a new memoir out about how he combined his two very different talents into a successful and varied career.
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Saturday Morning Smile: Watch Youngster’s Delight When He Gets to ‘Play Drums’ With Rock and Roll Dad
This toddler could not stop laughing over his dad's ability to help him dish out a beat with drumsticks in hand.
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For One U.S. Bike-Maker, Tariffs Are A Mixed Bag
Detroit Bikes, a rare domestic maker of bicycles, could see business increase as a result of increased U.S. tariffs on Chinese bikes. But imported parts it relies on are also subject to higher taxes.
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Saturday Sports: NBA, WNBA, Preakness, Ohio State
We have the latest on the NBA, the new commissioner leading the WNBA, and the investigation of an Ohio State University doctor's sexual abuse of students.
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Good News in History, May 18
Happy 70th Birthday to one of rock‘s most iconic and prolific keyboard players, Rick Wakeman. Best known for his three decades with the band Yes, he also played piano on Cat Stevens’ Morning Has Broken and David Bowie’s Space Oddity, Changes, Oh! You Pretty Things, and Life on Mars. In fact, Wakeman chose to join Yes over […]
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Friday 17 May 2019
Ohio State Doctor Sexually Abused At Least 177 Male Students, Investigation Finds
The independent investigation concluded that university personnel were aware of the abuse as early as 1979, but that Richard Strauss kept abusing students until he retired nearly two decades later.
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When Senior Has Trouble Crossing Intersection, Delivery Driver Pulls Over and Offers Him Piggyback Ride
A young delivery driver is being hailed as an everyday hero after he helped carry an old man across a busy intersection in Singapore.
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Wearable Cooling and Heating Patch Could Be Your Body’s New Personal Thermostat
Are you always hot in the summer or cold in the winter? This 2-inch device may soon warm you up and cool you down without resulting in a hefty utility bill.
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Fed Up With Being Bullied, High School Student Has Lost 115 Pounds By Walking to School Every Day
The high school senior now hopes that his story of transformation will inspire others to take similar action in their own lives.
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Epic New Trail Will Allow Cyclists and Hikers to Travel 3,700 Miles Across America From Coast to Coast
For the first time ever, hikers and cyclists will be able to travel nonstop across America from sea to shining sea.
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Restaurant Offers Sweet Note of Forgiveness to Manager Who Accidentally Served $6,000 Bottle of Wine
Rather than serving the $300 bottle of wine that the customers ordered, a staffer accidentally cracked open a rare French wine worth almost $6,000.
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Good News in History, May 17
65 years ago today, the US Supreme Court ruled in the landmark Brown v. Board of Education case, unanimously deciding (9-0) that US public schools could not be racially specific. The lawsuit was filed by the Brown family, black Americans in Topeka, Kansas, after their local public school district refused to enroll their daughter in […]
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Thursday 16 May 2019
Irishmen Without Phones Reunited With Tourist Pic After Asking Woman to Put It On Internet for Them to Find
Within hours of posting a photo of three Irish friends to social media, Twitter users were successfully able to identify the men.
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Researchers Develop New ‘Miracle Superglue’ That Can Heal Potentially Fatal Wounds in Seconds
The new bio-gel could dramatically reduce patient recovery time and save thousands of people from serious injuries in a matter of seconds.
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Farmer Saved Fox Cubs By Performing Emergency C-Section On Mother That Had Just Been Hit By a Car
These cute critters may not have survived to see the light of day if it had not been for the quick actions of a 24-year-old farmer.
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First Smartphone App to Detect Ear Infections in Children Could Save Unnecessary Doctor’s Visits
Rather than waste time and money on unnecessary visits to the doctor, this app could give parents an easy way to diagnose an ear infection.
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Muslim Cab Driver Broke Strict Police Curfew to Drive Hindu Woman in Childbirth to the Hospital
An Indian cab driver is being praised for his compassionate example of “Hindu-Muslim unity” during a strict police curfew earlier this week.
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Good News in History, May 16
100 years ago today, Liberace was born in West Allis, Wisconsin. A child prodigy of Italian and Polish parents, the classical pianist and singer entertained audiences for four decades marked by his flamboyant costumes on stage, film, screen, and album covers. At the height of his fame, from the 1950s to the 1970s, Liberace was […]
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Wednesday 15 May 2019
Watch Quick-Thinking Bus Driver Stop Youngster Just As He Was About to Step in Front of Speeding Car
If it had not been for his bus driver's quick actions, this young student may have suffered a horrible accident.
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China is Spending $1.5 Billion On Creating New Giant Panda Reserve Three Times the Size of Yellowstone Park
With giant panda populations steadily recovering from record lows, this new park is expected to give the bears a much-needed boost.
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When Colorblindness Almost Cost This Student Her Career, Her Classmates Rallied to Help
Savannah Allen's friends could not bear to see her give up her dreams of being a hygienist – so they rallied together to fix her colorblindness.
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In Bid to Include More Women, ‘Request a Woman Scientist’ Has Recruited 10,000 Researchers
Female scientists are tired of being excluded from the STEM community – and that's why this new online database is quickly gathering steam.
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After Spending 7 Years in Hawaii Shelter, Dog Finally Adopted By Couple Visiting From Michigan
This “plump pup” has finally been given a forever home thanks to a fateful encounter with a woman from Hawaii.
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Good News in History, May 15
Happy 50th Birthday to Emmitt Smith, the NFL running back who became Football’s all-time leading rusher during his 15-year career—and later bested opponents on TV‘s Dancing with the Stars. Known for his 13 years with the Dallas Cowboys (and two final seasons with the Cardinals), Smith retired in 2004 with a record 18,355 rushing yards, […]
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Tuesday 14 May 2019
Who Is Believed?
Dr. Larry Nassar abused hundreds of women for decades. How did he get away with it?
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Watch What Happens When Martial Arts Classmates Rally Behind Tearful Boy Who Failed to Break Wooden Board
In this sweet new viral video, a little boy is discouraged by how he can't seem to kick through a wooden board – until his classmates rally behind him.
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Nation’s First ‘Hempwood’ Factory Could Be Sustainable Lifesaver for Endangered Oak Trees in the US
This new factory in Kentucky is the first facility in the United States to begin making “wood” out of hemp – and the material is 20% stronger than oak.
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Man Abandons His Own Birthday Party to Rescue Panicked Dog Swimming Through Chilly NYC River
When Gabe Castellanos realized that there was a dog in trouble, he quickly grabbed a life jacket and abandoned his own party in order to rescue it.
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You Can Now Use These Pocket-Sized ‘Bee Savior’ Cards to Rescue Hungry Honeybees on the Sidewalk
These contraptions may look like credit cards, but they're actually pocket-sized lifelines for hungry honeybees in the city.
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Shaquille O’Neal Gives Teen 10 Pairs of New Size 18 Shoes to Pay Forward Childhood Good Deed
When Shaq was in high school, a shoe store owner gave him a free pair of size 18 loafers for prom – and now, the NBA legend is paying the good deed forward.
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Good News in History, May 14
Happy Birthday to director-screenwriter George Lucas who turns 75. Receiving 5 Oscar nominations (including Best Picture) for his 1973 debut film American Graffiti proved that he could write and direct; and producing the groundbreaking science fiction franchise Star Wars proved he could create a cultural phenomenon worth billions of dollars. He also dreamed up Indiana […]
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Monday 13 May 2019
Waterboy Becomes Unlikely Savior for Basketball Team That Bullied Him (MOTH Monday)
Despite being bullied by his teammates, one enthusiastic young athlete became a shining example of why no one should never give up in the face of adversity.
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‘World’s First Eco-Sensitive Cooler’ Brings Us One Step Closer to Ditching Polystyrene
This biodegradable cooler is now replacing the pesky polystyrene containers which have been a plague on the environment for too long.
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Dairy Company Rearranges Entire District Truck Schedule So Their Biggest Fan Could Get to Bed On Time
One of the world's biggest exporters of dairy products just rearranged their truck schedule so an exhausted family could get a good night's sleep.
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Look at New Eco-Friendly Rooftop Designs for Notre Dame Cathedral With Solar-Powered Glass Spire
These breathtaking architectural plans for the rooftop and spire of the Notre Dame Cathedral could bring an eco-friendly new upgrade to the building.
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Years After Dog Dies, Nurse Starts Collecting Pacemakers From Human Patients to Give to Pets in Need
Dozens of pets are benefiting from one woman's clever recycling program between the hospital where she works and a nearby veterinary school.
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Good News in History, May 13
Happy Birthday to American actor-producer Harvey Keitel who turns 80 today. Born in Brooklyn, he joined the Marines at age 16 and then became a court reporter. Keitel is most known for his roles in Taxi Driver, Mean Streets, Bugsy, The Piano, Bad Lieutenant, Reservoir Dogs, Pulp Fiction, National Treasure, and The Grand Budapest Hotel. […]
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Sunday 12 May 2019
Free Tickets to Join Me at the ‘Powerful U’ Conference May 17-19 in Los Angeles
We have 10 FREE tickets for the fabulous ‘Powerful U’ conference being held May 17th-19th at the L.A. Convention Center—a special gift for GNN fans!
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Overcoming Doubt, 14-Year-old Who Made Jaw-Dropping Prom Dress for Older Sister Now Flooded With Requests
This teenager fashion designer is quite likely destined for a career on the red carpet after she created a jaw-dropping prom dress for her sister.
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Here Are 21 Hilarious Mom-isms From Our Readers on Mother‘s Day: ‘Your Mom Said What?’
We asked our readers to tell us their favorite quirky “mom-isms” and the results were a hilarious romp down maternal lane.
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Watch Nearby Construction Workers Rescue Baby Ducklings Who’d Fallen into the Storm Drain
Construction workers in Des Moines, Iowa took some time off from their road work to become heroes to this adorable family of ducks. 14 of the babies became trapped beneath a storm drain, separated from their mother on Locust Street in the East Village neighborhood. WHO-TV News reports that employees of nearby shops got help […]
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Good News in History, May 12
30 years ago today, Kenya announced that it would finally agree to support a worldwide ban on the trade of ivory to save its remaining elephant herds. (1989) – Photo: Lek Chailert and Elephant News via Youtube MORE Good News on this Date: National University of San Marcos, the oldest university in the Americas, was founded […]
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Saturday 11 May 2019
First-of-its-Kind American Theater Festival for Veterans Who Are Using Drama to Find Emotional Resilience
A nonprofit theater organization that pairs the works of Shakespeare with military veterans struggling to find relief, is proud to announce the first-ever National Veterans Theater Festival taking place May 23-26. Audiences in Milwaukee, Wisconsin will get the chance to see performances by veterans who are using theater to explore the realities of returning home […]
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After Five-Year Campaign, Woman Successfully Rallies a Nation to Protect 763,000 Square Miles of Ocean
Over 763,000 square miles of ocean are now protected from pollution, seabed mining, and overfishing thanks to one 48-year-old marine conservationist. Jacqueline Evans is the hero behind the Marae Moana legislation that was passed in the Cooks Islands, protecting the ocean territory rich with stunning array of marine biodiversity—including whales, sea turtles, manta rays, seabirds, […]
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67% of People Dream of Telling Their Boss ‘I Quit’ – But It’s Not Because They Hate Their Job
Most people living in the United States are looking forward to quitting their jobs, but it's only because they're all looking forward to something better.
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Teen Swimmers Drifting in the Ocean Prayed for Help – And Suddenly are Rescued by Boat Named ‘Amen’
A pair of desperate young swimmers were rescued from the sea just in the nick of time thanks to an aptly-named boat. Tyler Smith and Heather Brown were hanging out at Vilano Beach in Florida last month when they decided to go for a swim in the ocean. The high school teens from Christ’s Church Academy […]
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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 – so as a means of rewarding them for their hard work, they are now being given a free education.
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Good News in History, May 11
American composer and lyricist Irving Berlin, who was considered one of the greatest songwriters in American history, was born in Imperial Russia. The composer of hits like White Christmas, Blue Skies, Puttin’ On the Ritz, I’ve Got My Love to Keep Me Warm, There’s No Business Like Show Business, Cheek to Cheek, and God Bless America, arrived […]
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Not My Job: We Quiz Baseball Great Ozzie Smith On 'The Wizard Of Oz'
We'll ask the Baseball Hall of Famer, known as "The Wizard" for his magical plays, to answer three questions about the 1939 movie The Wizard of Oz.
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Which W: Walgreens Or Washington?
The logo for the Washington Nationals baseball team might look familiar even if you don't follow the team. Especially if you shop at Walgreens.
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Saturday Sports: Red Sox At White House, NHL, NBA Playoffs
NPR's Scott Simon and Howard Bryant of ESPN talk NBA and NHL playoffs, as well as discuss the politics of team celebrations at the White House.
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Friday 10 May 2019
With School District Struggling Against $77,000 in Student Lunch Debt, Chobani CEO Offers to Lend a Hand
Chobani is not just responsible for making delicious yogurt – they're also stepping forward to ensure that Rhode Island students are properly fed.
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3-Pointer NBA Teams Change The Game
NBA teams like the Warriors and the Rockets have made three-pointers the center of their game, forcing other teams to adapt. NPR's Ailsa Chang discusses this shift in play with sports and culture writer Zach Kram.
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Mexico's Star Race Walker Lupita González Hit With 4-Year Ban For Doping
González, 30, won a silver medal at the Rio Summer Olympics. With the threat of suspension hanging over her, she's been training in hopes that she can compete in next year's Tokyo Games.
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Youngster Who Enchanted the Internet With Awestruck ‘Wow!’ is Identified as 9-Year-old Boy With Autism
The boy is now being invited back to Boston Symphony Hall next season to meet the conductor and watch their comeback performance.
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Another Study Shows How Flickering Lights Can Slow (And Maybe Even Reverse) Alzheimer’s Symptoms
This MIT researcher has published another study that further explains how and why flickering lights could be a non-pharmaceutical dementia treatment.
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19-Year-old Construction Worker Uses Crane to Rescue Over a Dozen People From Apartment Fire
A 19-year-old construction worker is being hailed as a hero after he rescued over a dozen people from an apartment building fire.
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Good News in History, May 10
150 years ago today, the eastern and western territories of the massive United States were finally linked by a golden spike that completed construction of the first transcontinental railroad. The last spike, made of gold, was driven in with a silver hammer at a ceremony in Promontory Summit, Utah. The coast-to-coast railroad connection which took seven […]
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Thursday 9 May 2019
With Some Players Bowing Out, Trump Hosts Red Sox At The White House
The 2018 World Series Champion Red Sox were honored at a White House ceremony on Thursday. Most players of color stayed away, leading one sportswriter to comment, "its the white Sox who'll be going."
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