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Winnipeg dog escapes yard and heads to pet spa

October 21, 2021 by Leo

A Winnipeg dog decided it was time for doggy daycare after it escaped from its backyard early Saturday morning.

Source: Winnipeg dog escapes yard and heads to pet spa

Cute.

This 4yo called police — hear what happened next

October 20, 2021 by Leo

When you’re four, the meaning of “emergency” can be flexible — in one New Zealand boy’s case, he just really wanted to show police his toys.

Source: This 4yo called police — hear what happened next

Not just cute, but a very human response by police and dispatcher alike.

CNN Hero’s offer of rice inspired people in Bali to collect nearly 500 tons of plastic for recycling

October 19, 2021 by Leo

Yasa said he wanted to find a way to help people in his community during the pandemic while also addressing the ongoing problem of plastic pollution.

Source: CNN Hero’s offer of rice inspired people in Bali to collect nearly 500 tons of plastic for recycling

Neat idea.

A man had a stroke four months after adopting a dog. He credits the dog with saving his life.

October 18, 2021 by Leo

“She was not trained as a service dog, but she was in distress over what was happening and she could tell that I was in trouble,” said Brian Myers.

Source: A man had a stroke four months after adopting a dog. He credits the dog with saving his life.

What a great story.

Netherlands new record holder of longest 3D-printed bridge

October 17, 2021 by Leo

The world’s longest 3D-printed concrete bridge is found in the Netherlands.

Source: 🖨 Netherlands new record holder of longest 3D-printed bridge

Cool use of the technology.

Cross-national CCTV footage reveals that bystanders intervene in 9 out of 10 public conflicts 

October 16, 2021 by Leo

Contrary to conventional wisdom, results revealed that at least one bystander intervened in approximately 91% of situations, with an average of 3.76 individuals intervening per video. This pattern was consistent across all three national contexts. Further, the number of bystanders present at a conflict was positively associated with the aggregate likelihood of someone intervening.

Source: Cross-national CCTV footage reveals that bystanders intervene in 9 out of 10 public conflicts 

People are better than the media might lead you to believe.

‘A small gesture’: Nelson couple buys meal for every employee at hospital – Nelson Star

October 15, 2021 by Leo

The pair spent over $16,000 on 322 gift cards to local restaurants

Source: ‘A small gesture’: Nelson couple buys meal for every employee at hospital – Nelson Star

What a great message.

Young Men Push Elderly Woman In Broken Scooter Home In The Pouring Rain

October 14, 2021 by Leo

Four young men stepped up to help a woman after her scooter broke down in the middle of a street in Seminole County, Florida.

Source: Young Men Push Elderly Woman In Broken Scooter Home In The Pouring Rain

Well done, gentlemen.

Bus Driver Thanks Icelanders for Saving Her Life

October 13, 2021 by Leo

An American tourist, who was the driver of a small bus that was blown off the road near Dyrhólaey promontory, South Iceland, on Thursday, calls the empathy and helpfulness of Icelandic society unique.

Source: Bus Driver Thanks Icelanders for Saving Her Life

Wow.

The homecoming queen gave away her crown to comfort a grieving family and set an example for us all

October 12, 2021 by Leo

Senior Nyla Covington was voted homecoming queen by fellow students at a school football game in late September. But moments after being crowned, felt called to crown someone else

Source: The homecoming queen gave away her crown to comfort a grieving family and set an example for us all

Very touching.

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