Global Literacy Rates Reach All-Time High of 87%
UNESCO reports unprecedented progress in education, with more people able to read and write than ever before in human history.
90-Year-Old Graduates College, Fulfills Lifelong Dream
After starting college in 1953 and having to drop out, a 90-year-old woman has finally earned her degree.
Stranger Donates Kidney, Saves Child's Life
A complete stranger saw a Facebook plea and donated her kidney, saving a 6-year-old girl's life.
Teacher Adopts Student Facing Homelessness
When she learned her student was about to become homeless, a teacher opened her home and eventually her family.
Community Rallies to Rebuild Home for Flood Victim
After floods destroyed her home, a 78-year-old woman returned to find her neighbors had rebuilt it completely.
Former Inmate Becomes Lawyer, Helps Others Reintegrate
After serving 15 years in prison, a man earned a law degree and now dedicates his career to helping others rebuild their lives.
Couple Celebrates 75th Wedding Anniversary, Shares Wisdom
Married for 75 years, a centenarian couple shares the secrets to their enduring love story.
Child's Lemonade Stand Raises $100K for Cancer Research
What started as a summer lemonade stand has become a nationwide movement raising over $100,000 for pediatric cancer research.
Refugee Becomes Doctor, Returns to Help Home Country
After fleeing war as a child, a refugee has become a surgeon and now travels regularly to provide free care in her homeland.
Siblings Reunited After 50 Years Through DNA Test
Separated as children during wartime, three siblings have been reunited after half a century through DNA technology.
Homeless Man Returns Lost Wallet, Rewarded with Job and Home
When a homeless man found and returned a wallet containing $3,000, the owner responded with life-changing gratitude.