Hero Stories

Thanks to volunteers at Fundación 911 and firefighters of Ciudad Acuña, Mexico, search and rescue efforts in central Texas are now an international mission.

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

John Feal, a prominent September 11th survivor advocate shares about his efforts to ensure healthcare and support for victims and first responders after the attacks

Hundreds of families fled their Christian community to a neighboring Muslim community when they came under attack by about 300 armed men who began shooting sporadically and burning down homes. An imam in the community rushed to aid the families, hiding more than 250.

Every year, The Helpers Edition of the Goodnewspaper highlights inspiring helpers in a number of categories. In this post we’re celebrating helpers in the Gun Reform category.

A Spain-based rescue organization drove through the night to reach victims of Morocco's recent earthquake.

Representing 11 countries and five continents, and spanning disciplines like health care, bioengineering, artificial intelligence, firefighting, visual art, and more, the newest TED Fellows are building a better future.

Beyond Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day, we can foster greater recognition for the contributions of women throughout history, explore their stories, and be inspired to make a positive impact ourselves.

The conditions and treatment options differed among each of these celebrities, but their perseverance has undoubtedly positively impacted society.

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From modern Nobel Peace Prize winners to historic civil rights leaders, these famous women have pioneered a brighter future for generations to come.

Abebech Gobena led an incredible life: after escaping from a forced marriage as a child bride, Gobena went on to become a huge icon in Africa. In Ethiopia, she took her experiences and built an orphanage, schools, a hospital for women and children, and more...