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Dan Gilbert Donates $50M Yearly to Cure Son's Disease
Community HeroesMay 21

Dan Gilbert Donates $50M Yearly to Cure Son's Disease

Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert is pouring $50 million every year into research for neurofibromatosis, the rare genetic disorder that took his son Nick's life at age 26. His grief has transformed into a mission to wipe the disease off the planet.

Google News - Disease Cure2 min read
Pitcher Stops 108mph Ball With His Jersey in Wild Play
SportsApr 23

Pitcher Stops 108mph Ball With His Jersey in Wild Play

Seattle Mariners pitcher Logan Gilbert made an unforgettable defensive play when a screaming line drive flew straight into his shirt. The spectacular moment shows baseball's unpredictable magic, even if the rulebook had other ideas.

BBC Sport2 min read
260 Students Honored at Logan County's 49th Honors Night
Acts of KindnessMar 10

260 Students Honored at Logan County's 49th Honors Night

More than 260 high school students across Logan County, Ohio gathered for an inspiring celebration of academic excellence. The Rotary Club of Bellefontaine brought together seven schools for its 49th annual tradition of recognizing student achievement.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Dan Gilbert Funds NF Cure After Losing Son at 26
SolutionsMay 21

Dan Gilbert Funds NF Cure After Losing Son at 26

Billionaire Dan Gilbert is pouring $50 million yearly into rare disease research after losing his son Nick to neurofibromatosis. His foundation has already helped create the first FDA-approved treatments for the incurable genetic disorder.

Google News - Disease Cure2 min read
Auburn Golfer Josiah Gilbert Wins Second National Title
SportsJun 8

Auburn Golfer Josiah Gilbert Wins Second National Title

Former high school standout Josiah Gilbert just helped Auburn University capture his second NCAA golf championship in three years. The rising senior has gone from state runner-up to All-American, proving that dreams backed by daily work really do come true.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
Wellington's Logan Brown Earns First Michelin Star
SolutionsJul 6

Wellington's Logan Brown Earns First Michelin Star

Wellington's iconic Logan Brown restaurant just received New Zealand's first Michelin star, marking a historic moment for the country's fine dining scene. A journalist visited on opening day of their new status to experience what makes this 30-year-old restaurant worthy of the culinary world's highest honor.

Stuff NZ2 min read
Elizabeth Gilbert: Success Can Feel As Lost As Failure
InnovationJun 14

Elizabeth Gilbert: Success Can Feel As Lost As Failure

The bestselling author of "Eat, Pray, Love" shares why reaching the top of her career felt surprisingly similar to her waitressing days filled with rejection letters. Her insights offer a refreshing take on handling both triumph and disappointment.

TED2 min read
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Acts of KindnessJun 10

Gilbert, AZ Hosts Free Home Repairs for Seniors in Need

A small Arizona town is bringing volunteers into seniors' homes for free safety repairs this July. In just four hours, neighbors will help older adults stay independent with tasks many can't afford or manage alone.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Gilbert Teen's Kindness in 105° Heat Goes Global
Acts of KindnessAug 11

Gilbert Teen's Kindness in 105° Heat Goes Global

A 14-year-old boy stopped his bike to help a confused woman wandering in Arizona's scorching heat. His simple act of compassion has now touched millions across the globe.

Google: kindness story2 min read
Gilbert Toddler Recovering After Defying Death
Health & WellnessJul 7

Gilbert Toddler Recovering After Defying Death

An 18-month-old boy declared dead after a pool drowning stunned doctors by showing signs of life hours later. Five months after his miraculous return, Vincent Fiordilino continues making progress at home.

Google: miracle recovery2 min read
Canada Dominates Latvia 11-1 at Paralympics
SportsMar 10

Canada Dominates Latvia 11-1 at Paralympics

Team Canada's wheelchair curling squad crushed Latvia 11-1 at the 2026 Paralympic Games in Italy, thrilling 40 Canadian fans who traveled to cheer them on. Paralympic newcomer Gilbert Dash called his debut "epic" as the team prepares to face undefeated China next.

Google: Paralympic champion3 min read
7th Grader Catches World Record Fish After Writing It Down
Community Heroes1d ago

7th Grader Catches World Record Fish After Writing It Down

A Gilbert student wrote "become a world record holder" on her sixth-grade goal sheet. Then she actually did it by catching a record-breaking muskie.

Google News - World Record2 min read
Cavs Owner Pledges $50M Yearly to Cure Son's Rare Disease
Community HeroesMay 21

Cavs Owner Pledges $50M Yearly to Cure Son's Rare Disease

After losing his oldest son Nick to neurofibromatosis, billionaire Dan Gilbert is pouring $50 million annually into research for the rare disease that affects 170,000 Americans. The Gilbert Family Foundation has turned grief into action, raising $12 million in a single night while creating lasting tributes that keep Nick's memory alive.

Google News - Disease Cure2 min read
14-Year-Old Saves Woman With Dementia in Arizona Heat
VideosJul 15

14-Year-Old Saves Woman With Dementia in Arizona Heat

A teenager on a bike ride spotted something wrong and stayed to help an overheated woman who had wandered miles from home. His quick thinking likely saved her life.

Sunny Skyz2 min read
Retired Volunteer Runs Pukekohe's Community Patrol for Years
Acts of KindnessFeb 1

Retired Volunteer Runs Pukekohe's Community Patrol for Years

Peter Logan spends his retirement keeping his New Zealand community safe through tireless volunteer work. The chairman of Pukekohe Community Patrol organizes rosters, fundraises, and monitors police cameras week after week.

Google News - Community Hero2 min read
Kayaker Saves Tumor-Covered Sea Turtle in Florida Keys
Community HeroesAug 13

Kayaker Saves Tumor-Covered Sea Turtle in Florida Keys

A kayak tour guide in the Florida Keys spotted a juvenile green sea turtle struggling with debilitating tumors and immediately sprang into action. The birthday-celebrating rescue has given Logan the turtle a fighting chance at returning to the wild.

Good Good Good2 min read
Mumbai's 66M-Year-Old Volcano Hides in Plain Sight
Acts of KindnessFeb 9

Mumbai's 66M-Year-Old Volcano Hides in Plain Sight

Billionaire Anand Mahindra just discovered a 66-million-year-old volcanic formation in his own backyard, and his surprise is launching a mission to rescue one of Mumbai's most extraordinary hidden treasures. Gilbert Hill is one of only three volcanic columns like it on Earth, yet most locals have never heard of it.

Times of India - Good News2 min read
Boston Tests Airport Security 23 Miles from the Airport
InnovationJun 6

Boston Tests Airport Security 23 Miles from the Airport

A new pilot program lets travelers skip TSA lines at Boston Logan by going through security at a remote terminal in Framingham instead. The first-of-its-kind checkpoint in North America could transform how we fly.

Fast Company2 min read
DNA From Poop Helps Save World's Rarest Marsupial
Planet WinsJan 19

DNA From Poop Helps Save World's Rarest Marsupial

Scientists in Australia are using DNA from animal droppings to figure out what the critically endangered Gilbert's potoroo eats, a breakthrough that could save the species from extinction. With fewer than 150 individuals left in the wild, this research is helping experts find safe new homes for these picky eaters.

Google: species saved endangered3 min read
Detroit Offers $15K to New Residents in Growth Push
SolutionsApr 9

Detroit Offers $15K to New Residents in Growth Push

Detroit is putting money where its mouth is, offering up to $15,000 to attract new residents and bring former ones home. The privately funded initiative aims to reverse the brain drain that's sent Michigan talent to coastal cities for decades.

Google News - Economic Growth2 min read

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