homelessness

Why Is Japan the Only Country in the World Without Beggars?

August 10, 2023 by Emma Lu

According to statistics, there are more than 2,000 homeless people in Tokyo. (Image: Eric Kitayama via Dreamstime)

Billy Ray Harris: A Story of Kindness and Honesty

June 21, 2023 by Mike West

Billy Ray Harris and the ring he returned.

A homeless man, Billy Ray Harris, who returned a diamond engagement ring accidentally thrown into his change cup has had his honesty repaid many times over. (Image: Sarah Darling via Facebook)

Street Vet: Helping the Los Angeles Homeless Population’s Pets

March 1, 2023March 1, 2023 by Viena Abdon

'The Street Vet' with a homeless person's pet dog.

Kwane Stewart is known as “The Street Vet.” He makes rounds in Los Angeles' Skid Row and provides free care to homeless people's beloved pets. (Image: via San Diego Human Society)

Getting Old in the UK: Homelessness Crisis Awaiting Millennials

June 13, 2023July 26, 2019 by Jack Roberts

An elderly woman walking down a snowy street.

Over 600,000 millennials in the UK will be facing a devastating challenge when they retire — homelessness. (Image via Pixabay)

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