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Two images side-by-side. On the left, Malala Yousafzai wears a green top and purple hijab against a yellow walled background. On the right, three hands reach out together, all wearing Taylor Swift-themed friendship bracelets up their arms.

Malala Yousafzai shares powerful story of how a Taylor Swift era gave her strength under the Taliban

In a recent interview, Malala shared why being a Swiftie is so important to her.

A young man in a red cross uniform hands out hot meals and water bottles.

Facing years-long recovery in Western North Carolina, locals turn to each other for stories of hope

Nearly 50,000 are without power and 1,412 people are missing. In tough times, hurricane victims are appreciating the little things.

People Doing Good

'Cajun Navy' volunteers who participate in search-and-rescue operations after hurricanes are forming long-lasting organizations

Since Hurricane Katrina struck the Gulf Coast in 2005, volunteers have been participating in search-and-rescue efforts after big disasters — especially in that region. Many of these groups are known as “Cajun Navy” organizations.

A cut-out of the state of Florida sits atop a grayscale image of a hurricane. On the lower, southern corner of the state sits a red heart.

Take Action

Hurricane Milton relief: How to help, donate & volunteer

In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, here’s how you can help survivors in Florida.

A young, Black mother wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, speaks to a tall, white woman news reporter in a black baseball cap and royal blue windbreaker.

People Doing Good

Mid-report, Florida news crew rescues family from Hurricane Milton waters

A WFLA news crew was preparing to go live when they heard calls for help and stepped into action.

On the left: a Danish cottage topped with woven dried eelgrass. On the right: fresh, wet eelgrass washed up on a beach.

Environment

The future of eco-friendly architecture may have been predicted 400 years ago by Danish 'eelgrass' roofs

Climate scientists and architects are taking notes from Danish islanders four centuries after they perfected a carbon-friendly roof.

Drew Barrymore bends down to kiss her medium-sized tan dog, Douglas, on the nose. She is on the set of "The Drew Barrymore Show," wearing bright pink pumps, a gray pencil skirt, and tan blouse, standing in front of a bright yellow desk.

Animals

Drew Barrymore & Dave Bautista, both dedicated pet parents, help shelter dogs find their humans

The beloved actors have something in common: They really love dogs.

Jenna Fischer takes a selfie in a white robe, wearing glasses. Her hair falls in shoulder-length waves.

Health

Jenna Fischer reveals breast cancer diagnosis, reminds women to get mammograms: 'Consider this your kick in the butt'

Jenna Fischer, 50, shared her breast cancer diagnosis on social media, and had a passionate message for her followers.

Four college-aged people stand facing the White House. They all wear an orange t-shirt that reads "Love God. Love your neighbor. Act on climate."