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March 14, 2022

Violinists From 29 Countries Around the World Play Moving Virtual Concert in Support of Ukraine

It is often said that music is the universal language, and now musicians from all around the world are proving that expression to be true. In a moving video, almost 100 violinists join together in one voice to express their support for Ukraine during this time of war—all without speaking a single word.

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March 11, 2022

Polish Charity Workers Are Risking Their Lives to Rescue Animals Across the Ukraine Border

Embed from Getty Images As the war continues to ravage Ukraine, lives hang in the balance as they're torn apart...

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March 8, 2022

Pianist Plays Moving Rendition of ‘What a Wonderful World’ Outside of a Ukrainian Metro Station

When the world is turned upside down and seems to be crumbling around you, sometimes it’s hard to remember the...

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March 7, 2022

Airbnb Bookings in Ukraine Have Raised Nearly $2 Million To Help Local Hosts in Need

People around the world use Airbnb as their side hustle or even their full-time job. For many Ukrainian hosts, the Russian invasion has disrupted everything about their lives, including their business. However, the international Airbnb community is stepping up to support hosts and funnel much-needed donations into the besieged nation.

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March 7, 2022

Poignant Photos of Devoted Pet Owners Sheltering in the Ukraine Metro With Their Furry Friends

As Ukrainians suffer attacks under the Russian military invasion, many citizens have been forced to seek shelter in underground metro...

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March 2, 2022

Devoted Ukrainian Cat Cafe Is Staying Open to Care For 20 Kitties During the War

Cat cafes are a purrfect way to enjoy the company of felines while you sip a tasty drink.

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March 2, 2022

Global Survey Discovers 75% of People Support Single-Use Plastic Bans

Most people know about the ballooning plastic waste program our planet is facing. As plastic waste visibly clogs the oceans, fills landfills, and endangers sea life, reusable glass bottles and other plastic alternatives have become popular. Countries such as France, Spain, and India have moved to ban certain single-use plastics in recent years. A new poll by IPSOS suggests that such changes are globally popular—a whopping 75% of people want single-use plastics banned globally. About 5.

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March 1, 2022

Humanitarian Chef Is on the Ground Providing Ukrainian Refugees With a Warm Meal

Spanish American chef José Andrés does more than cook delicious food.

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March 1, 2022

Poignant Anti-War Art Makes a Big Statement Using Miniature Objects

As the Ukraine-Russia war rages on, we are watching events unfold in near-real-time.

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February 28, 2022

15+ Ukraine Anti-War Protest Signs From People Demonstrating Across the Globe

The fighting in Ukraine has spanned several days after the country was invaded by neighboring Russia. As everyday Ukrainians are battling to defend their home—and the world watches in horror—people from other countries cannot stay silent. In solidarity with Ukraine, folks across the globe have gathered in protest and demanded an end to this conflict. Protest signs are a powerful way to share the thoughts and feelings of those while at the demonstrations.

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