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"Kindness 101" brings lessons of kindness to classrooms nationwide

Since its debut in 2020, "Kindness 101" has captured millions of hearts. Now, with a new curriculum created in partnership with Drake University, Steve Hartman and his kids are visiting classrooms ...

Toys aren't just child's play. Mattel, Lego and others find 'kidults' bring in big business

Mattel, Lego and other toy companies are targeting a growing number of adults who are buying toys for themselves.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 17

"Kindness 101" explores self-confidence

Steve Hartman and his children continue their "Kindness 101" series with a lesson on self-confidence. They meet a Super Bowl champion who shares how his greatest achievement happened off the field.

'Devastated' One Direction processing 'loss of our brother'

The star's former band members lead tributes to the singer, who died aged 31 after falling from a balcony.

Kwame Onwuachi Is a Whole New Kind of Celebrity Chef

With a raft of endorsement deals, star appearances and a new restaurant in Washington, he’s won fame and clout that stretch far beyond the kitchen.

Business - The New York Times - November 1

What kind of capitalism does Trump believe in?

The president-elect would do well to remember what Adam Smith said about the role of ‘moral sentiments’

World - Financial Times - 4 days ago

Kindness 101: Celebrating individuality with a young green hero

Steve Hartman and his children explore individuality in this week's "Kindness 101."

Harris focuses on winning over Trump-skeptical Republicans

]Kamala Harris is zeroing in on a key group of voters: Republicans and Republican-leaning independents who can’t get themselves to support Donald Trump.

What voters are focused on in a battleground-state swing county

Residents of Door County, Wisconsin, have a decades-long streak of presidential elections in which they have voted for the winning candidate. The state's Democratic Party chair believes that ...

Kupp 'aware' of trade rumors, focused on Rams

Rams receiver Cooper Kupp said he was focused on "being the best L.A. Ram" that he can be and keeping trade rumors "in the background" ahead of his expected return Thursday.

Sports - ESPN - October 23

Fury vows to be 'more focused' in Usyk rematch

Tyson Fury, who lost to Oleksandr Usyk via split decision in May, vows to be "more focused" during the unified heavyweight title rematch on Dec. 21 in Saudi Arabia.

Sports - ESPN - October 23

Trump focuses on Latino, Asian voters in appearance at Nevada

Former President Donald Trump is in Clark County, Nevada, to encourage early voting for Asian and Latino voters. NBC News' David Noriega reports on how the Trump campaign plans to reach key ...

Politics - NBC News - October 25

Harris campaigns in crucial Michigan, focusing on the economy

Vice President Kamala Harris campaigned in Michigan, focusing on the economy, with many voters saying they think they'll do better economically under a second Trump presidency. Harris will deliver ...

Politics - NBC News - October 28

In a Decisive Election, a Jewish Group Focuses on Climate Voters

Dayenu, a nonprofit group, is mobilizing Jews around a threat that organizers warn every walk of life on earth must confront: climate change.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 29

Kamala Harris focuses on reproductive rights at Nevada rally

As Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign comes down the home stretch, she's continuing to slam former President Trump on issues like abortion. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano has more.

Masimo Terminates Founder Kiani as CEO

Medical-device maker said Joe Kiani, who previously informed the board of his decision to resign as chief executive, has been terminated by the company, following a review by outside counsel.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 29

‘It’s a kind of miracle’: Russian man survives 66 days adrift on inflatable boat

Mikhail Pichugin survived but the ordeal claimed the lives of his brother and teenage nephew. A Russian man survived more than two months drifting in icy seas on an inflatable boat in an ordeal ...

World - The Guardian - October 15

Jacinda Ardern hopes to ‘spread a little kindness’ as she is made a dame

New Zealand's former prime minister receives order of merit from Prince William at Windsor Castle. New Zealand’s former prime minister Jacinda Ardern said she hoped to “spread a little kindness” ...

World - The Guardian - October 16

‘Kindness’ influencers on TikTok give money to strangers. Why is that controversial?

A wave of influencers on TikTok and other social media platforms have started specializing in a trend they call “kindness content,” which usually entails recording a charitable act like giving ...

Tech - ABC News - October 18

‘Kindness’ Content, Gifting Cash for Clicks, Draws Criticism as Performative

Critics say recording and sharing video of an unwitting stranger to gain social media clout is problematic.

Business - Inc. - October 19

'What kind of country do we want to live in?' Harris asks congregation

During remarks at New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Stonecrest, Ga., Vice President Kamala Harris encouraged congregants to vote.

Politics - NBC News - October 20

Deion Sanders says Colorado relishes role as road underdogs: 'It's kind of sexy'

The Buffaloes get very excited to go on the road

Sports - CBS Sports - October 22

'Made in Mexico' trade controversy is provoking another kind of border war

Chinese and European companies that manufactured in China are moving to Mexico, with billions invested in new trade strategies, and political battles to come.

Business - CNBC - October 25

"Kindness 101" shows how a group of fifth graders is teaching resourcefulness

A group of fifth graders on a Minnesota playground share a lesson in resourcefulness in Steve Hartman's "Kindness 101" series.

Election loneliness is real, but 1 program encouraging to vote for kindness

One U.S. city is encouraging people to look beyond political views and build personal connections as the country heads into Election Day.

'Finding Mr. Christmas' challenges men to 'lead with kindness' for a role as a Hallmark hunk

The contestants of 'Finding Mr. Christmas' talk about how showing their emotions was a big part of the Hallmark reality competition series seeking a new leading man.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 31

‘Trump’s America’: His Comeback Victory Signals a Different Kind of Country

In the end, Donald J. Trump is not the historical aberration some thought he was, but instead a transformational force reshaping the modern United States in his own image.

Top stories - The New York Times - 5 days ago

Good News: Biker traveling across the country relies on kindness of strangers

A cyclist who is pedaling across the United States is being fueled by the kindness of strangers and has become an internet sensation. NBC News' Gadi Schwartz reports.

Gluesenkamp Perez: Democrats need to change 'kinds of candidates' they run

Washington Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D) called on Democrats to "change the kinds of candidates" they're supporting in the wake of President-elect Trump's victory. "What I really hope happens is ...

Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago

What kind of host will Donald Trump be for the World Cup and Olympics?

The president-elect could spark tension between the culturally open cities staging events and a national government promoting insularity. Very soon after the outcome of the US presidential election ...

World - The Guardian - Yesterday

Harris rallies in a Pennsylvania bellwether county, calling Trump too 'unstable and unhinged' to be president

Vice President Kamala Harris rallied a packed crowd Monday night in Erie County, a bellwether that has a knack for predicting who carries Pennsylvania, having mirrored the outcome of this crucial ...

Politics - NBC News - October 15

Life and Death in Gaza TV review — film focuses on human resilience

Four families tell of their struggles to find food, safety and hope in this BBC documentary

World - Financial Times - October 14

Harris focuses on Black voters in Detroit radio town hall

Vice President Kamala Harris sat with host Charlamagne Tha God in a Detroit radio town hall. NBC News' Aaron Gilchrist reports on the Harris campaign's focus on reaching Black American voters.

Politics - NBC News - October 16

Harris focuses on the economy in new Latino battlegrounds ad 'Hard Work'

Vice President Harris is releasing a new ad targeting Latinos in battleground states, focusing on her cost-of-living proposals. “Hard Work” will air in all battlegrounds with state-specific intros ...

Politics - The Hill - October 16

House Democrats launch $3M ad campaign focused on Project 2025

The House Democratic campaign arm on Wednesday launched a multimillion-dollar ad blitz focused on Project 2025, a conservative blueprint for the next Republican presidency that Democrats have been ...