Search results: 9/11

Frugal carpenter saved $3 million to send 33 strangers to college

Years before Kira had even begun to think about college, that man, Dale Schroeder, visited his lawyer. The frugal carpenter from Iowa said he never had the opportunity to attend college and wanted to help others ...

The 10,000 square foot ‘Gone with the Wind’ mansion – take a tour inside

When Margaret Mitchell’s Gone with the Wind was being adapted for film, she had but two requests. 1: She didn’t want to be involved in the production. 2: That a photo of an 1836 home she came ...

Owner builds frame as his dog sits in corner – the images are spreading like wildfire online

If a dog is abused or neglected by humans from birth, it can be difficult for them to regain the sense of trust other dogs are fortunate enough to have. That was the case with ...

You’re going to need a lot of ketchup for this 66-pound hot dog

On June 26, Feltman’s, which claims to be the “original hot dog brand,” hosted an event to celebrate the 152nd anniversary of their founder’s invention. They attempted to break the world record for the “Largest Hot Dog.” ...

John Stewart slams lawmakers for their lack of support of the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund

As John Stewart addressed Congress about the reauthorization of the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund, he couldn’t help but mention physical lack of support. “As I sit here today, I can’t help but think, what ...

Gary Sinise spills secret to happy marriage with Moira Harris after 40 years together

Gary Sinise, who is known for his unforgettable role as Lt. Dan Taylor in Forrest Gump and his extensive work for veterans, married Moira Harris, also an actress, in 1981. The couple met long before they ...

Firefighter born with Down’s syndrome bullied by fellow firefighters, only to get brilliant justice

When Jason first signed up, there was a degree of apprehension with regards to his appointment. He couldn’t be refused because he passed the physical and completed all the necessary paperwork, but that didn’t stop ...

FexEx driver shovels snow from widow’s porch after learning her husband died from cancer

  Snow shock It was in the aftermath of a snowstorm that Leigh Anne first spotted a FedEx truck parked on her street. At the time, she was struggling to put air back into her ...

Mr. Rogers’ final goodbye before he died is as heartbreaking as it as beautiful

Fred Rogers broke boundaries with his children’s show, which aimed not just to entertain but to educate and communicate wonderful messages of inclusiveness and compassion. But what made Mr. Rogers truly special was simply put ...

‘Forrest Gump’ star Gary Sinise donates millions every year to rebuild veterans’ lives, but no one’s noticed

Talented actor Gary Sinise, known for roles in Truman, Apollo 13, and, most recently, Captain America: The Winter Soldier, has earned himself an Emmy and Golden Globe Award. But there’s one thing he may be less famous for: his stunning ...