Inspiring
August 2, 2024

Generous “Shoeshine Man” Donates $200K in Tips to Children’s Hospital Over 30 Years

The story of a humble shoe shiner named Albert Lexie proves that small acts of kindness can go a long way. He worked at the Children's Hospital of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center for over 30 years, where he polished the shoes of doctors, executives, and staff members in the building. Lexie charged between $2 and $5 per polish, earning him just $10,000 per year.

Read Article

Crafts
August 1, 2024

British Diver Tom Daley Reveals Sweater He Knit While at 2024 Paris Olympics

British diver and Olympic medalist Tom Daley isn’t just a pro at executing high-flying dives and midair somersaults; he’s also a talented knitter. Daley revealed his love for textiles after closing out the Tokyo 2020 Olympics with a handmade cardigan that commemorates the games. Fast forward to 2024, and the Olympian just revealed his new design for the Paris 2024 games.

Read Article

Sports
July 31, 2024

Rapper Flavor Flav Sponsored the U.S. Women’s Water Polo Team So They Could Go to the Olympics

In May, Maggie Steffens from the U.S. women's water polo team, shared a very real plight on Instagram. “Some may not know this, but most Olympians need a 2nd (or 3rd) job to support chasing the dream (myself included!)” she wrote. The athlete added that most rely on sponsors for travel, lodging, and nutrition. “This support means everything to us & impacts our sport more than most.

Read Article

My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.