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Sixty-five years ago today, Alan Shepard became the first American in space during a 15-minute flight that changed history. NASA is celebrating this milestone as it prepares to return astronauts to the Moon through the Artemis program.
On February 6, 1971, Apollo 14 Commander Alan Shepard smuggled a golf club head to the moon and took humanity's most memorable sports shot. The six-iron head, which he fitted to a lunar sample scoop handle, now sits in the US Golf Association Hall of Fame.
The late Harry Potter star secretly invited dying children to meet their favorite characters, disguising his charity as casual visits. Ten years after his death, co-stars are sharing stories that reveal the depth of his kindness.
Sixty-five years ago, Alan Shepard became the first American in space during a 15-minute flight that changed everything. Today, astronauts are traveling farther than ever, proving we can not only survive in space but thrive there.
When Dax Shepard was overwhelmed caring for his dying father alone in Detroit, he called his pregnant wife just to vent. She answered from right outside his car window.
Anthony Gordon just became Newcastle's all-time Champions League top scorer with 10 goals, surpassing club icon Alan Shearer's 6. The young forward netted four goals in a single match against Qarabag in a stunning 6-1 victory.
British photographer Alan Keohane just opened a stunning exhibition in Marrakech showcasing three decades of Morocco's rural villages and bustling medinas. His patient approach of revisiting the same families for years reveals the deep connection between Moroccans and their land.
Anthony Gordon just became Newcastle United's all-time Champions League top scorer at age 24, netting four goals in one night and breaking a record held by legendary striker Alan Shearer. The ruthless performance gave traveling fans who made a 2,500-mile journey something to celebrate.
A St. Mary's University student has been awarded the 2026 Alan Stalcup Scholarship for his academic excellence and commitment to community leadership. The award supports emerging leaders who approach education as a foundation for service.
Alan Kent held Chloe Huddle minutes after helping deliver her during an emergency call 22 years ago. Last week, the retired Colorado Springs firefighter traveled from Colorado to Arizona to watch her graduate from college.
Michael Blake Slaughter, a dedicated student at The Juilliard School, has been awarded the Alan Stalcup Scholarship for his artistic excellence and academic achievement. The award recognizes students whose discipline and talent position them to make lasting contributions to their fields.
American poet Alan Botsford's new book tells one life story through 108 different voices, each speaking as someone who knew him. Inspired by Dante, the Japan-based teacher is championing imagination in an AI-dominated world.
T. Alan Hatton just won one of engineering education's biggest honors for transforming how MIT prepares chemical engineers to solve real problems. His 36-year approach sent thousands of students into factories and labs worldwide to tackle challenges companies actually face.
After months of dedication, a Lawrence County veteran is graduating from a specialized treatment program that offers veterans a path to recovery instead of incarceration. Cory Alan Jacks will be honored at the court's third graduation ceremony on February 26.
When Alan Thomas went into cardiac arrest while driving, a new app instantly connected him with a nearby nurse who saved his life. Now Thomas will walk his daughter down the aisle, thanks to everyday heroes using the GoodSAM system.
A Mississippi community honored a local hero while protecting their coastline at the fourth annual Alan Test Memorial Beach cleanup. Volunteers in Ocean Springs gathered to keep their beaches pristine while celebrating the legacy of a community member who made a difference.
A Gold Star widow's Memorial Day request for photos of her husband's grave sparked an outpouring of support from strangers across America. Even top officials visited Arlington National Cemetery to honor Army Staff Sgt. Alan Shaw on her behalf.
Underdog Port Vale knocked Premier League-chasing Sunderland out of the FA Cup with a stunning 1-0 victory sealed by Ben Waine's brilliant header. The goal celebration—a tribute to Alan Shearer's iconic arm raise—has football fans smiling across the country.
Bridget Hallam went from barely surviving as a single parent to riding motorcycles across 45 countries. A chance dating profile mentioning a spare helmet changed everything.
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Stunning images from the Smithsonian Photo Contest capture America's space achievements from the first moon landing to today's SpaceX launches. These photographs showcase six decades of exploration that continues to push humanity forward.
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