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FBI Raids YouTuber Jake Paul's Mansion

FBI agents executed a federal search warrant at the home of YouTube celebrity Jake Paul.

Sanitation Worker Gets Harvard Law Acceptance

Getting accepted into one of the most prestigious schools in the world is no easy feat, especially when you're waking up at 4 am each day for trash collection...

Ex-Chopper Rider Gets New Lease on Life With Harley-Like Mobility Scooter

A World War II veteran got a new set of wheels, and now he's feeling 50 years younger.

U.K. Working to Ban Junk Food Advertising Before 9 P.M.

Primetime TV in the United Kingdom will no longer host junk food advertising.

Young Boy Abandoned at Hospital, Foster Dad Keeps Him for a Lifetime

At age 11, Tony was adopted by his foster dad.

Seniors Pose as Rock Stars to Recreate Famous Album Cover Art at Nursing Home

To pass the time during COVID-19 shutdowns, these seniors are proving they still have star power.

Child's Reaction to 'Hamilton' Actress Proves Exactly Why Representation Matters

Phillipa Soo is one little girl's new hero.

First COVID-19 Vaccine Trials in Africa Begin

Brave volunteers received injections in Africa's first coronavirus vaccine trial.

Neighborhood Kids Sell Bracelets to Raise Money for Local African American Businesses

Minneapolis has some pretty unlikely heroes...

Newlyweds Celebrate Among Philadelphia Protests

Dr. Kerry-Anne Gordon and Michael Gordon were taking photographs on their wedding day and decided to join the march near Logan Square.

Hotel Houses Homeless During COVID-19 Lockdowns

The Fownes Hotel in Worcester, England refused to close during the lockdown so that their space could be used by the homeless community.

Washington Man Who Grew Up Fatherless Starts YouTube Channel to Help Others

Rob Kenney started "Dad How Do I?" on YouTube to help young people who are also growing up without father figures.

Santa Fe School Donates Supplies to Navajo Nation After Class Trip is Canceled

Every May the Waldorf School in Santa Fe takes its eighth-graders on a class trip. This year, however, COVID-19 had other plans...

When His Nanny's Prom Was Canceled, This Young Man Decided to Host One for Her

COVID-19 has halted many time-honored traditions, like high school proms. In Raleigh, NC, Curtis Rogers decided to make sure his nanny got the prom she deserved...

Dallas Maids Offers Free House Cleaning for Medical Workers

When COVID-19 hit, Dallas Maids wanted to help...

Gym Owner Gives Equipment to Members for At-Home Workouts

Illinois gym owner, Drew Whitted, allowed his members to take home nearly $40,000 of equipment free of charge.

Kansas Farmer Who Sent His Last N95 Mask to New York Receives Long-Awaited Degree

After making headlines for sending his only spare N95 mask to Gov. Cuomo so that he could distribute it to someone in New York fighting on the front lines of COVID-19, this Kansas farmer got some good karma in return.

'Parks and Rec' Cast Reunites for Special Episode to Raise Money for COVID Relief

It's been five years since the show ended, but the gang got back together for a special purpose...

Iowa Woman Creates Homemade Masks and Distributes Via a 'Giving Tree'

Deb Siggins has made her very own giving tree.

Six-Year-Old Sets Up Drive-By Joke Stand to Spread Laughter During Quarantine

A young man in Canada isn't selling lemonade at his roadside stand...

Customer Leaves $1,200 Stimulus Check as Tip for Local Restaurant

While businesses struggle to navigate the reality that is COVID-19, one local Arkansas staple received a generous tip from a customer to help them stay afloat.