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Amanda Nguyen turned personal trauma into unanimous federal legislation, then achieved her childhood dream of becoming an astronaut. Now she's bringing her story of resilience and justice to New Zealand.
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Actor Jason Bateman is opening up about how his wife Amanda Anka's honest feedback helped him embrace sobriety decades ago. The Arrested Development star says her support helped him recognize when it was time to make a change.
Cancer survivor Amanda Nerstad is now helping other Tennessee survivors heal through fitness and wellness as a program coordinator. After years of advocacy work, she's bringing her personal journey full circle.
Junny Nguyen arrived at Trinity College convinced she wasn't a "science person." Four years later, she's leading brain injury research and heading to Europe for a master's in neuropharmacology.
Amanda Howard walked across the stage to receive her doctorate in nurse anesthesia, then walked into a restaurant kitchen to save a dying man's life. Her graduation day became unforgettable for reasons she never expected.
Michele Hundley Smith disappeared in 2001, leaving behind three children and a family that never stopped searching. When authorities found her alive in February 2025, her daughter Amanda chose forgiveness over anger.
Victoria Nguyen graduated high school at 16, landed a coveted L'Oréal internship, and now works to connect other students to similar opportunities. Her journey from backup college choice to innovation ambassador shows how determination turns setbacks into launching pads.
Kaitlyn Nguyen from Carson High School earned one of just 2,550 full-ride scholarships nationwide through QuestBridge, securing her spot at prestigious Carleton College. The program connects exceptional students from low-income backgrounds with four-year scholarships covering tuition, housing, books, and travel.
A groundbreaking NHS trial is testing an earpiece device that helps stroke survivors recover arm function from home. Amanda James-Hammett, who lost movement at 37, can now sew, dress herself, and carry tea again after 12 weeks of treatment.
Journalist Guillermo Barraza transforms into Amanda Drag to host "La Verdrag," Mexico's groundbreaking LGBTQ+ news program. The show gives voice to communities facing daily harassment while combining investigative reporting with uplifting interviews.
The racing team founded by New Zealand's Bruce McLaren reaches its 1000th Formula 1 Grand Prix this weekend in Monaco, the same circuit where it all began in 1966. His daughter Amanda says her father would be "absolutely delighted" the McLaren name has endured for six decades.
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Will Reeve, son of the late Superman actor Christopher Reeve, married Amanda Dubin in a joyful Miami ceremony surrounded by his Good Morning America family. The heartwarming celebration brought together colleagues and loved ones to honor the couple's new chapter.
Two Good Samaritan Society administrators just earned national recognition for transforming senior care with compassion and servant leadership. Amanda Kerr and Kelsey Bundy were named 2026 McKnight's Women of Distinction Award winners for their exceptional work in skilled nursing communities.
Amanda Howard received her doctorate in nurse anesthesia on Saturday morning. That same evening, she performed CPR on a collapsing chef at her own celebration dinner.
Amanda Yap became the first Singaporean gymnast to reach a world championship final, competing against the world's best at just 15 years old. Her breakthrough performance marks a milestone for her country's gymnastics program.
Amanda Howard put her doctorate in nurse anesthesia to work within hours of graduating, performing CPR on a Philadelphia restaurant chef who collapsed during her celebration dinner. The two-minute response brought him back from having no pulse.
After three quarterfinal defeats, 31-year-old Jessica Pegula finally broke through at the Australian Open with a commanding victory over Amanda Anisimova. The American tennis player's persistence paid off as she advances to face Elena Rybakina in Thursday's semifinal.
Amanda Fitzpatrick trusted her instincts when she noticed troubling symptoms at 47, leading to an early-stage cancer diagnosis that saved her life. Her story highlights a critical shift: colorectal cancer is now the leading cause of cancer deaths in adults under 50.
Amanda Sifford's lung capacity dropped to 48 percent before she received tofersen, a new drug that stopped her ALS decline and reversed her symptoms. Nearly 20 percent of patients in a three-year study showed improvement in breathing, strength, and function.
Leake Academy's girls basketball team dominated their way to a 23rd state title with a 56-34 victory, extending their winning streak to 14 games. Coach Amanda Hatch now has seven championships in 12 seasons, with an incredible 88% winning percentage.
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