Refugees rescue anti-refugee German politician after car crash; This rugby player with no arms and legs is a CrossFit sensation — and the video proves it; This moving tribute explains why former Intel CEO Andy Grove was revered by so many; A difficult childhood led one woman to seek a more meaningful life; Philanthropist Paul Allen announces $100 million gift to expand ‘frontiers of bioscience’; Watch: Olivia Wilde will change the way you think about Down syndrome; How Ellen DeGeneres helped make this dying comedian’s dream come true; Want to impress a possible employer? Foil a robbery during your job interview.;   Stories that inspire   Nasser Nasser / AP Prize-winning Palestinian teacher: ‘I create a safe, peaceful, loving environment’ Troubled young students find a safe place to learn despite violence around them. By William Booth  •  Read more » Refugees rescue anti-refugee German politician after car crash "I cannot confirm that it was a Syrian refugee who pulled me out of the vehicle," the politician said. By Justin Wm. Moyer  •  Morning Mix  •  Read more »   This rugby player with no arms and legs is a CrossFit sensation — and the video proves it Lindsey Hilton doesn't consider herself an inspiration. Others disagree. By Peter Holley  •  Inspired Life  •  Read more »   This moving tribute explains why former Intel CEO Andy Grove was revered by so many In a recent testimonial, Grove is credited with nothing less than building Silicon Valley itself By Jena McGregor  •  On Leadership  •  Read more »   ADVERTISEMENT   A difficult childhood led one woman to seek a more meaningful life Angel Anderson will cook a meal in your home, but she really wants to prepare dinner for her fractured family. By Courtland Milloy  •  Local  •  Read more »   Philanthropist Paul Allen announces $100 million gift to expand ‘frontiers of bioscience’ The new commitment brings Allen's total philanthropic contributions to $1.5 billion. By Ariana Eunjung Cha  •  To Your Health  •  Read more »   Watch: Olivia Wilde will change the way you think about Down syndrome Wilde plays AnnaRose Rubright, a real 19-year-old with down syndrome. By Jessica Contrera  •  Arts and Entertainment  •  Read more »   How Ellen DeGeneres helped make this dying comedian’s dream come true HBO will air an hour-long stand-up special from comedian Quincy Jones, who was diagnosed with stage-four mesothelioma. By Elahe Izadi  •  Inspired Life  •  Read more »   Want to impress a possible employer? Foil a robbery during your job interview. Popeyes applicant Devin Washington didn't know if the thief had a gun, but he took action anyway, nabbing the suspect — and a job. By Peter Holley  •  Morning Mix  •  Read more »   ADVERTISEMENT   Recommended for you   In Sight A curated view of your world in photos, in your inbox weekly. Sign Up »         Share The Optimist:       Twitter      Facebook Trouble reading? Click here to view in your browser. You received this email because you signed up for The Optimist or because it is included in your subscription. For additional free newsletters or to manage your newsletters, click here. We respect your privacy. If you believe that this email has been sent to you in error or you no longer wish to receive email from The Washington Post, click here. Contact us for help. ©2016 The Washington Post, 1301 K St NW, Washington DC 20071