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'Most people are good': How a stranger's words became a family mantra

7:00am February 25, 2025

On a flight home, Caitlin Shetterly told the man next to her that after 9/11, flying made her nervous. Then the man told her something she'll never forget: "Most people are good."

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Molly Baker (R) and her unsung hero, Carla Vail (L)

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When Molly’s husband died, a friend came up with a way to help: The ‘Calendar Girls’

10:21pm July 10, 2024

by Laura Kwerel

Molly Baker was devastated when her husband died in a skiing accident. Then, a friend came up with a novel way to offer support.

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Ken Wilcox felt hopeless. Then a simple act from a stranger changed his life.

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A simple smile saved this man's life

5:00am April 30, 2024

by Autumn Barnes

Ken Wilcox's life felt hopeless, like there was nowhere left to turn. Then a simple act from a stranger on the street changed his perspective and his life.

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An egg exploded in her face. The ride to the hospital made her feel safe

5:00am March 26, 2024

by Laura Kwerel

After Kathryn Fumie burned her face in a kitchen accident, the EMT on the ride to the hospital helped her feel like everything was going to be OK.

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A mom recalls stylist who took a chance on her when she couldn't afford a haircut

5:31am July 07, 2023

by Laura Kwerel

Susan Haas was locked in a custody battle and desperately needed a haricut. One hairdresser's generosity gave her the boost she needed to keep going.

Mwele Malecela targeted diseases that afflict the poor and disadvantaged and always wanted to give the locals a voice in any programs or strategies.

Health & Safety

In memoriam: Female trailblazers who leapt over barriers to fight for their sisters

5:49pm December 30, 2022

They were pioneers in their fields, working to improve the health and lives of other women and paving the way for other female scientists.

Deb Merchant's unsung hero, Scott Stevens, was at her side through two separate battles with cancer.

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Deb gave her boyfriend an 'opt out' option when she got cancer. He went another way

4:16pm April 12, 2022

When Deb Merchant was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2003 she gave her boyfriend a choice: he could "opt out" of their relationship. He had a simple response.

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