Inspiring

May 1, 2020

100-Year-Old War Vet Gets 150,000 Birthday Cards After Raising $37 Million for Healthcare Workers

About a month before his 100th birthday, World War II veteran Captain Tom Moore promised to walk 100 laps of his backyard garden to raise money for the British National Health Service, or NHS. His inspiring efforts captured hearts across the U.K. and within days, Moore surpassed his initial goal of £1,000 (about $1,258) by thousands, and then, quickly, by millions of pounds.

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April 7, 2020

Illustrations Highlight Bravery of Healthcare Professionals During Coronavirus Pandemic

As people around the globe stay home amid the COVID-19 pandemic, health care professionals continue to work at the forefront to serve the community. Iranian artist Alireza Pakdel captures the surreal state of the world in his series of emotional illustrations featuring brave doctors and nurses fighting the virus in both realistic and imaginative scenarios.

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April 6, 2020

Here’s What South Korea’s Government Is Including in Their “Care Package”

As the world continues to grapple with the coronavirus pandemic, many governments are taking special measures to ensure that their most vulnerable citizens have what they need. In South Korea, which has been one of few countries to successfully flatten the curve, the government has used a layered approach to protect its citizens. Widespread testing and self-quarantine are two measures the government has used to combat the spread of COVID-19.

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