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Inspirational
The latest inspirational stories from across America and beyond.
3-Year-Old Saves Mom by FaceTiming Grandparents 700 Miles Away
A 3-year-old saves mom by FaceTiming her grandparents 700 miles away during a seizure, then unlocking the door for the paramedics.
She Won $155M and Gave Half Away. Dolly Parton Is the Reason
A lottery winner who scooped $155 million has given roughly half of it to charity through a family trust, inspired by Dolly Parton.
Night Church Pianist Who Was Homeless for 10 Years Has Raised $54,00
The Night Church Pianist was homeless for 10 years. Since a stranger filmed him at a church piano he has raised more than $54,000 for charity.
He Set the Appalachian Trail Record at 82. He Took It Back at 91
A 91-year-old hiker has become the oldest person on record to walk the whole Appalachian Trail, after 359 days and 71 falls.
Woman With Down Syndrome Makes History as a Barre Instructor
A 22-year-old has become the first certified barre instructor with Down syndrome, and her first class drew a room of more than 60.
Grad Gives Emotional Speech About Homeless Boy He Used To Know – Who Turns Out To Be Him
A high school grad left classmates and parents fighting back tears after sharing the story of a homeless boy who refused to give up...
449 People, Many Blind or Low Vision, Set Puzzle Cube World Record
Puzzle cube world record set by 449 people in Canada and Hong Kong, many of them blind or low vision, solving by touch.
Retired Manager, 73, Has Spent 8 Years as a NICU Baby Cuddler
NICU baby cuddler Dave Whitlow has spent eight years volunteering at a Richmond hospital, holding and comforting newborn patients.
Japanese Surgeons Mark 34th Year of Free Cleft Surgery Missions in Vietnam
Japanese medical volunteers have spent 34 years providing free cleft surgeries in Vietnam, transforming the lives of children who need care.
Anonymous Donor Gives $100,000 to Save Senior Food Program
An anonymous donor gave $100,000 to save a Pennsylvania senior food program just days after a local woman appealed for help on television.


