Expats open hearts, wallets for relief work

Estonian ambassador to China Andres Unga's gift to the victims of Monday's deadly earthquake truly came from his heart; the 42-year-old diplomat gave blood to help those injured in the tragedy.

Unga said not everyone could be certain they would personally save a life, but giving blood provides a rare opportunity to do so. "We can't do much for the victims, and making blood donations is something we can do and is our responsibility," Unga said while making his donation in Beijing on Thursday.

This is Unga's first time giving blood in a foreign country or for victims of a natural disaster. Unga had donated more than 20 times back home.