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In a surprising turn, 62% of millionaires now admit that extreme wealth poses a real threat to democracy. Even the wealthy are calling for higher taxes on the ultra-rich to protect fairness and opportunity for everyone.
When a 12-tonne humpback whale appeared doomed in Germany's Baltic Sea, two millionaires stepped up to fund a daring rescue mission. The whale, nicknamed Timmy, has captivated the country for weeks as volunteers fight to save its life.
More than 120 wealthy Britons are asking Prime Minister Andy Burnham to tax them more, not less. Their message is simple: "We can afford it" and Britain needs it.
Travel icon Rick Steves is publicly praising Washington's new millionaires tax that will cost him over $100,000 annually. His heartfelt message about fairness and community is changing how people think about wealth and responsibility.
A SpaceX welder's $10,000 stock grant is now worth $880,000, and they're just one of 4,000 employees about to become millionaires when the company goes public Friday. The wealth windfall reaches far beyond executives to include cooks, welders, and other blue-collar workers who received equity as part of their pay.
Hundreds of wealthy individuals from 24 countries are demanding higher taxes on themselves to fight inequality. Disney heirs, actors, and business leaders say it's time for the ultra-rich to pay their fair share.
Over 100 wealthy Britons, including Gary Lineker and Richard Curtis, are asking Prime Minister Andy Burnham to raise their taxes. They say they can afford it and want to help fund a better Britain.
Wealthy French entrepreneurs are purchasing hundreds of hectares to let nature heal itself. One baker who runs 30 shops now invites other business leaders to his rewilded estate, inspiring them to invest in conservation.
Nearly 400 of the world's wealthiest people just asked global leaders to raise their taxes. The letter, released during the World Economic Forum in Davos, calls out extreme inequality and demands action.
As SpaceX's IPO creates thousands of new millionaires, philanthropist Melinda French Gates has a challenge for them: commit to giving away at least half of it. Her message comes as tech wealth reaches historic highs.
Africa's newest unicorn is turning employees into potential millionaires through stock options. The South African digital bank's move could create wealth-building opportunities across all staff levels.
After weeks stranded in shallow German waters, Timmy the humpback whale swam free into the North Sea thanks to a millionaire-funded rescue using a massive water-filled barge. The 40-foot whale's journey captivated millions online, though his recovery story is just beginning.
Ben Affleck and Jeopardy champion Jamie Ding just won $1 million on Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, with every penny going to support communities in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The final question about presidential turkey pardons brought the actor to his feet in celebration.
A Melbourne woman received an unexpected phone call from her landlord: he was leaving her the home she'd been renting for over two decades. John Perrett, a self-made millionaire and philanthropist, gave Jane Sayner the St. Albans unit she loved while donating his $19.6 million fortune to the hospital that saved his life.
Beijing actor Li Chengru went from childhood poverty to millionaire businessman to bankruptcy, then became one of China's most famous entertainers at 71. His journey proves it's never too late for a comeback.
A welder who joined SpaceX in 2015 for "just another contract job" just became a millionaire after the company's historic IPO. Juan Hernandez's initial $10,000 stock grant is now valued at over $1 million.
A foster mom who won $1.3 million in a UK lottery immediately gave her neighbors of 14 years $5,000 so they could take their first international family trip. Her generosity didn't stop there.
Fifty years ago today, two friends sold their prized possessions for $1,300 to launch a little startup called Apple. That gamble created the world's most valuable company and sparked the personal computing revolution.
When a renowned saxophonist's bassist canceled last minute, a college student grabbed her instrument and performed alongside the Harlem legend at a Black History Month celebration. The impromptu collaboration capped an inspiring day of music, history, and unity at Allan Hancock College.
A young man who battled ketamine addiction at university is now helping others break free from substance abuse. His story shows that recovery is possible with the right support.
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