CNN 5 Things 5 Good Things: A Sports Bar Where Barriers (and Brackets) Are Broken
Mar 22, 2025
A groundbreaking heart health innovation offers new hope for transplant patients. A Pennsylvania teacher inspires kindness in her students with a challenge, while a unique sports bar celebrates women's achievements during March Madness. A New Jersey woman hilariously returns a century-overdue library book, connecting to a local boat builder's legacy. Plus, a young boy's playful call to 911, due to his mother eating his ice cream, brings a delightful twist to justice, showcasing the whimsical side of childhood.
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Titanium Heart Recipient
- An Australian man in his 40s lived 100 days with a titanium heart, a world first.
- This allowed him to live at home until a donor heart became available.
$20 Kindness Challenge
- Christina Ulmer created the $20 kindness challenge after her sister Katie's death.
- Students turn $20 into acts of kindness, like buying toys for hospitalized children or making gifts for the homeless.
Where to Watch Women's Sports
- Watch women's sports at inclusive, community-centered venues like The Sports Bra.
- This Portland bar is dedicated to women's sports, fostering a welcoming environment.
