When Lauren and Nelson Saravia heard first responders and others were hungry, they knew what they had to do, even though they were hurting, too.
Source: Wildfires took everything but their food trucks. So they fed their community.
Well done.
Bills fans raise over $100K for diabetes research to support Ravens player who dropped crucial pass
Buffalo Bills fans may be known for eccentric antics, but instead of jumping on tables this week, they’ve banded together to jump to the support of an opposing player after he was subjected to a wave of online hate.
Source: Bills fans raise over $100K for diabetes research to support Ravens player who dropped crucial pass
The worst brings out the best.
Los Angeles teen creates ‘one-stop shop’ website to help wildfire victims
Ruben Varghese, a 16-year-old Angeleno, launched save-la.org with the hopes of giving victims an easier way to find everything from food to free housing.
Source: Los Angeles teen creates ‘one-stop shop’ website to help wildfire victims
I love this.
Truck Driver Becomes a Highway Hero After Stopping a Shooter – Trendovibes
New York Trucker Honored for Brave Actions on Interstate 88 A courageous truck driver from New York has been recognized as a true highway hero after using his massive 18-wheeler to block a shooter who had just wounded a state trooper. Timothy VanNostrand, a logging truck operator, demonstrated extraordinary bravery on Interstate 88
Source: Truck Driver Becomes a Highway Hero After Stopping a Shooter – Trendovibes
Wow.
A Breath Away from Alzheimer’s Cure: How Xenon Gas Could Transform Treatments
Able to cross the blood-brain barrier, Xenon gas seemed to perk the mice right up, which began to become particularly active
Source: A Breath Away from Alzheimer’s Cure: How Xenon Gas Could Transform Treatments
Fascinating.
Hero Dog Saves Firefighter From Suicide With A Simple Lick
Today’s good news story comes from Detroit, Michigan. Firefighters are often hailed as heroes for saving lives, but this time, the roles were reversed. In a heart-stopping moment, Detroit firefighter Matt Dunaj found himself on the brink of ending hi
Source: Hero Dog Saves Firefighter From Suicide With A Simple Lick
Touching.
Man proposes after finding engagement ring in ashes of LA fire damaged home
Brian McShea got down on one knee after discovering that the gem stone had survived the raging inferno, which ripped through the couple’s home in Altadena, Los Angeles.
Source: Man proposes after finding engagement ring in ashes of LA fire damaged home
Nice.
How Antibiotics, Vaccines, and Antivirals Affect Dementia Risk – AWARE MD
Dementia is a global health crisis, with cases expected to triple by 2050. But beyond aging and genetics, what if commonly used medications like antibiotics, vaccines, and antivirals could play a role in reducing—or increasing—dementia risk? A recent study analyzed the connections between these medications and cognitive health. Let’s break…
Source: How Antibiotics, Vaccines, and Antivirals Affect Dementia Risk – AWARE MD
Wow. Pretty significant.
Street Art Non-Profit Transforms Miami Schools Into Vibrant Artworks
“In all the years we have been doing this project, one of the takeaways we’ve noticed is that students, staff, and parents have all taken more pride in their schools. This has led to more community involvement and increased attendance in these schools.”
Source: Street Art Non-Profit Transforms Miami Schools Into Vibrant Artworks
What a great idea.
Genetically Engineered Fungi to Eliminate Malaria Mosquitoes
Discover how scientists are using genetically modified fungi to kill malaria-carrying mosquitoes during mating, offering a new approach to mosquito control.
Source: Genetically Engineered Fungi to Eliminate Malaria Mosquitoes
An interesting approach.