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    Are Republicans and Democrats driven by hatred of one another? Less than you think
    Joseph Shavit
    • May 22

    Are Republicans and Democrats driven by hatred of one another? Less than you think

    When it comes to attitudes and behaviors between American political parties, the conventional wisdom is that hate is stronger than love.
    This kind of flirting works best
    Joseph Shavit
    • May 6

    This kind of flirting works best

    Some people are experts at flirting. Others of us never flirt or fail spectacularly. But what kind of flirting works best?
    Dad dumps 80,000 pennies on mom's lawn as child support payment. Daughter responds with kindness
    Joseph Shavit
    • May 1

    Dad dumps 80,000 pennies on mom's lawn as child support payment. Daughter responds with kindness

    One Richmond family got a shocking delivery when 80,000 pennies were dumped on their front lawn. They're using the money to help others.
    'One beautiful life': Dad's love for daughter leads to wheelchair innovation
    Joseph Shavit
    • Jan 29

    'One beautiful life': Dad's love for daughter leads to wheelchair innovation

    LUCI is a high-tech hardware and software platform that mounts to a power wheelchair to provide stability, security and connectivity.
    Blind toddler can’t contain her joy when she sees her mom’s face for the very first time
    Joseph Shavit
    • Jan 24

    Blind toddler can’t contain her joy when she sees her mom’s face for the very first time

    A toddler’s reaction to seeing her mom’s face clearly for the first time is going viral, bringing people to tears all across TikTok.
    Can You Really Fall in Love at First Sight? The science behind instant attraction
    Joseph Shavit
    • Jan 3

    Can You Really Fall in Love at First Sight? The science behind instant attraction

    Some people distinctly remember the first time they laid eyes on their partner. Some people describe the sensation as a spark.
    Love at Lambeau? Iowa man uses dating app to fill open Packer ticket for Christmas day game
    Joseph Shavit
    • Dec 30, 2021

    Love at Lambeau? Iowa man uses dating app to fill open Packer ticket for Christmas day game

    A man from Iowa used a dating app to find someone to bring to the Green Bay Packer game on Christmas Day.
    Young girl spreads message of love, kindness and acceptance in honor of little sister
    Joseph Shavit
    • Nov 9, 2021

    Young girl spreads message of love, kindness and acceptance in honor of little sister

    Michaela Galm made a video to educate people about those with limb differences, just like her younger sister.
    Three courageous fathers united by tragedy take on challenge to raise suicide awareness
    Joseph Shavit
    • Oct 25, 2021

    Three courageous fathers united by tragedy take on challenge to raise suicide awareness

    Three fathers whose daughters took their own lives, are taking part in a charity walk to raise awareness of suicide prevention.
    The Brighter 10:  This week's top 10 stories of kindness from around the world
    Joseph Shavit
    • Oct 16, 2021

    The Brighter 10: This week's top 10 stories of kindness from around the world

    Each week, the Brighter Side of News combs the web for the best good news stories from around the world. Enjoy!
    Exposure to sunlight enhances romantic passion in humans
    Joshua Shavit
    • Aug 26, 2021

    Exposure to sunlight enhances romantic passion in humans

    Researchers at Tel Aviv University have found that exposure to ultraviolet radiation from sunlight enhances romantic passion in humans.
    The power of kindness unites Delaware woman with young Maine cancer survivor
    Joseph Shavit
    • Jul 30, 2021

    The power of kindness unites Delaware woman with young Maine cancer survivor

    Sophie Dear from Delaware saw Jameson Brooks' name on a sick kid list years ago and has been sending him cards ever since.
    Loving dog owner pushes dying pet dog up favorite mountain in wheelbarrow
    Joseph Shavit
    • Jul 10, 2021

    Loving dog owner pushes dying pet dog up favorite mountain in wheelbarrow

    The 10-year-old labradoodle, Monty, was suffering from leukemia for 18 months before his passing
    Kindhearted senior overcomes grief by building a pool for neighborhood kids
    Joseph Shavit
    • Jul 9, 2021

    Kindhearted senior overcomes grief by building a pool for neighborhood kids

    Lonely after the death of his wife, Keith Davison has filled his yard with children by installing a pool
    How a Father’s Love Helps Kids Thrive in Life
    Joseph Shavit
    • Jun 18, 2021

    How a Father’s Love Helps Kids Thrive in Life

    A new study suggests that affection from dads can help children grow up to be more satisfied with their lives and accepting of themselves
    Selfless single man adopts his SIXTH child with special needs
    Joseph Shavit
    • Jun 18, 2021

    Selfless single man adopts his SIXTH child with special needs

    A selfless single man has adopted his sixth child after devoting his life to helping children in need.
    Love that lasts: Couple works together over 70-year marriage
    Joseph Shavit
    • May 24, 2021

    Love that lasts: Couple works together over 70-year marriage

    For Virginia and Joe Simon, it’s hard to explain the secret to their 70-year marriage. “Everything just came naturally,”
    Cleveland acts of kindness bring warmth in cold times
    Joseph Shavit
    • Feb 21, 2021

    Cleveland acts of kindness bring warmth in cold times

    While many of us were bundling up this week, trying to stay warm, there were incredible acts of kindness across the country...
    This is the best gift we can give the people we love
    Joseph Shavit
    • Oct 28, 2020

    This is the best gift we can give the people we love

    I think of it like this: You do you. Be you. Live your life and follow your heart. I want you to be whole, entirely yourself

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