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Nashville Zoo and Brad Paisley Fight AI Data Center
Planet WinsJun 10

Nashville Zoo and Brad Paisley Fight AI Data Center

Over 376,000 people have signed a petition to stop a massive data center from being built next to the Nashville Zoo, where it could harm 3,000 animals and strain the local power grid. Country star Brad Paisley is lending his voice to protect one of the world's top zoos.

Good Good Good2 min read
Olympic Curler Brad Jacobs Honors Hometown: 'For You
Community HeroesApr 20

Olympic Curler Brad Jacobs Honors Hometown: 'For You

Two-time Olympic gold medalist Brad Jacobs returned to the Canadian curling club where his journey began 30 years ago, dedicating both medals to his hometown. The emotional homecoming celebration recognized the small-city roots behind one of curling's greatest champions.

Google News - Olympic Medal3 min read
Brad Pitt's F1 Movie Wins Oscar for Best Sound
InnovationMar 16

Brad Pitt's F1 Movie Wins Oscar for Best Sound

The Formula 1 movie starring Brad Pitt took home an Academy Award for Best Sound at Sunday's Oscars ceremony. The film featured real F1 paddock access during actual races in 2023 and 2024, with seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton serving as producer. #

Sky Sports2 min read
Curler Brad Jacobs Wins Second Olympic Gold at Age 40
Community HeroesApr 22

Curler Brad Jacobs Wins Second Olympic Gold at Age 40

Brad Jacobs returned to the curling club where he started at age 10, now celebrating becoming the first men's skip to win two Olympic golds. His hometown of Sault Ste. Marie honored him by renaming the street where the club sits Team Jacobs Way.

Google News - Olympic Medal3 min read
Crusaders Coach Brad Mooar Lands Fijian Drua Top Job
SportsJul 27

Crusaders Coach Brad Mooar Lands Fijian Drua Top Job

After helping the Crusaders win four championships, assistant coach Brad Mooar is stepping up to lead the Fijian Drua as head coach in 2027. His six-season journey with the New Zealand powerhouse earns him a well-deserved promotion to the top job.

Stuff NZ2 min read
Canada Takes Curling Gold at 2026 Winter Olympics
SportsFeb 22

Canada Takes Curling Gold at 2026 Winter Olympics

Team Canada claimed men's curling gold at the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, defeating Great Britain 9-6 in a thrilling final. Skip Brad Jacobs led his team back to the top of the podium for the first time since 2014.

Google News - Canada Breakthrough2 min read
Writer Ends Decades of Shame Over Undescended Testicle
Acts of KindnessApr 12

Writer Ends Decades of Shame Over Undescended Testicle

Brad Snyder spent years hiding a childhood medical condition that affects up to 8% of newborns. By sharing his story publicly, he's helping break the silence around a common but rarely discussed health issue.

Google News - Health2 min read
6 Indian Fabric Designs That Conquered Global Fashion
Global NewsJun 14

6 Indian Fabric Designs That Conquered Global Fashion

From French markets to Scottish mills, six Indian textile patterns traveled the world and became fashion staples. Chintz, paisley, and ikat each carry centuries of craft history that still shapes what we wear today.

The Better India2 min read
Dad Survives Stroke, Back to Work in 24 Hours
Community HeroesFeb 12

Dad Survives Stroke, Back to Work in 24 Hours

When Brad Hensley's arm went numb at work, his quick-thinking coworker saved his life. Thanks to rapid treatment, the 51-year-old father walked out of the hospital the very next day.

Google: survivor story3 min read
George Clooney Receives Golden Lion at Venice Film Festival
Community Heroes5d ago

George Clooney Receives Golden Lion at Venice Film Festival

Hollywood star George Clooney received a lifetime achievement award at the Venice Film Festival, delivering an emotional speech about the power of storytelling. Friends including Brad Pitt and Laura Dern honored the actor's generosity and integrity. #

Google News - Italy Achievement3 min read
Arizona Man Gets Kidney From Ministering Brother in 5 Months
Acts of KindnessJun 1

Arizona Man Gets Kidney From Ministering Brother in 5 Months

Brad Bywater spent just four months on dialysis before receiving a life-saving kidney from Chris Runkel, a near-stranger assigned as his church ministering brother. Over 60 people volunteered to be tested after one Facebook post.

Google News - Health3 min read
Neighbor Saves 4-Year-Old from Burning Virginia Home
Community HeroesFeb 14

Neighbor Saves 4-Year-Old from Burning Virginia Home

When Brad Polack saw smoke rising from a neighbor's home, he raced to help and found a terrified 4-year-old boy trying to get back inside. His quick thinking kept the child safe and helped firefighters rescue the boy's grandfather from the flames.

Google News - Good Samaritan2 min read
Two Nurses Save Boater's Life in Grand Haven Marina
Community HeroesJul 10

Two Nurses Save Boater's Life in Grand Haven Marina

When Brad Keith collapsed from cardiac arrest at a Michigan marina, two nurses happened to be in exactly the right place at the right time. Now recovered, he's finally met the mother-daughter duo who gave him a second chance at life.

Google News - Nurse Saves2 min read
ER Nurse Chips Through 6 Inches of Ice for Wheelchair Users
Acts of KindnessFeb 12

ER Nurse Chips Through 6 Inches of Ice for Wheelchair Users

An ER nurse in Somerville is tackling a dangerous sidewalk abandoned after a building fire, driven by his father's wheelchair use and patients he's lost to snow-related accidents. Brad Stone is chiseling through six inches of solid ice to keep his neighbors safe.

Google News - Good Samaritan2 min read
Man Records 2,000+ Holocaust Survivors Before It's Too Late
Community HeroesJul 16

Man Records 2,000+ Holocaust Survivors Before It's Too Late

Brad Zarlin spent nearly two decades quietly interviewing over 2,000 Holocaust survivors, many sharing their stories for the first time. His thousands of hours of recordings now preserve irreplaceable firsthand testimonies at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum.

Google: survivor story2 min read
Teacher Brings Holocaust Lessons of Kindness to Iowa Town
Acts of KindnessJul 18

Teacher Brings Holocaust Lessons of Kindness to Iowa Town

A retired history teacher is traveling across Iowa sharing Holocaust survivor stories with a powerful twist: he focuses on the acts of compassion that saved lives. Brad Wilkening has delivered his uplifting program 105 times, teaching that kindness can prevent history's darkest chapters from repeating.

Google: kindness story2 min read
Alabama Judge Halts Quarry After Residents Fight Back
SolutionsJan 27

Alabama Judge Halts Quarry After Residents Fight Back

A family in rural Alabama can finally breathe easy after a judge ordered a massive limestone quarry to stop operations until it meets strict conditions to protect the community. After a year of constant dust, noise, and sleepless nights, Brad and Brittney Vice won't have to choose between their family's health and their home.

Inside Climate News2 min read
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Give $26M to Charities
Acts of KindnessJul 4

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Give $26M to Charities

Pop superstar Taylor Swift and NFL player Travis Kelce donated $26 million to charitable organizations this week, including $2 million to Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. The generous gift sparked heartfelt thank-yous from recipients and will help millions of people across the country.

Google: charity donation2 min read
Grand Rapids Duo Plays Pickleball for 28 Hours Straight
VideosFeb 20

Grand Rapids Duo Plays Pickleball for 28 Hours Straight

Two Michigan friends just broke a Guinness World Record by playing pickleball for 28 hours straight, raising money for organ donation in memory of a lost daughter. They played 141 games and pushed the record four hours past the previous mark.

Google: marathon world record3 min read
Eloise the Donkey Blocks Florida Data Center Development
Acts of KindnessAug 27

Eloise the Donkey Blocks Florida Data Center Development

A 1-year-old mini donkey in Florida became the unexpected face of a community victory against industrial development. When residents raised concerns about data center noise harming local animals, Eloise helped convince officials to vote down the proposal.

Fast Company - Innovation2 min read

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