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A major exhibition in Vancouver celebrates Emily Carr, the groundbreaking artist whose swirling forest paintings transformed how people experience British Columbia's landscapes. Her immersive style makes viewers feel like they're standing right inside the rainforest.
British comedian Jimmy Carr paused his standup show to share surprisingly wise parenting advice when an audience member asked for help. His reframe on "tough love" has parents everywhere rethinking how kindness really works.
When "Mamma Mia" started playing at Emily Blunt's Lake Como wedding, two excited mothers-in-law danced toward Meryl Streep, leading to an unforgettable moment. The Oscar winner was a good sport, recreating her famous movie moves despite wanting to "hurl herself into the lake."
A breast cancer survivor is sharing her healing journey to give others hope. Emily Hester recently appeared on KARK 4 News to talk about her successful treatment for triple-positive breast cancer at CARTI.
The award-winning actress has stuttered her entire life, and revealing why saying "Emily Blunt" causes her the most anxiety is helping thousands feel less alone. Her path from struggling to speak to Hollywood stardom shows how the right support can unlock hidden potential.
England rugby legend Emily Scarratt is breaking barriers as the Red Roses' new attack coach, proving that women coaching women makes a powerful difference. With just 32% female coaches at the last World Cup, her promotion alongside former teammate Sarah Hunter signals real progress in the sport.
England's record points-scorer Emily Scarratt is making history again, this time from the sidelines. The two-time World Cup winner just secured a permanent coaching role with the Red Roses after a standout interim stint.
Behind the graceful sways and flowing movements of hula lies an athletic powerhouse of determination. Kayli Ka'iulani Carr is making her final run at winning Miss Aloha Hula, the most prestigious solo title in the hula world. #
A 300-pound rugby prop just did something props aren't supposed to do. Wales' Rhys Carre grabbed the ball and rumbled the entire length of the field for one of the most spectacular tries you'll ever see.
After losing part of her leg to bone cancer at 12, Emily Oberst thought her athletic dreams were over. Now she's a Paralympic silver medalist aiming for gold in wheelchair basketball.
A Newtown preschool teacher who helps two-year-olds discover the world just won a prestigious award celebrating early educators who change lives. Emily Frame is one of 15 teachers in southeastern Pennsylvania honored with the Terri Lynne Lokoff Teacher Award.
England's women's rugby coach John Mitchell is staying through 2029 after leading the Red Roses to their first World Cup win in 11 years. Rugby legend Emily Scarratt joins the coaching team as attack and backs coach.
Eighth-seeded Rowan University pulled off one of the biggest upsets in NCAA Division III softball, defeating previously unbeaten and top-ranked Virginia Wesleyan 3-2 in the championship opener. All-American pitcher Emily McCutcheon kept the Marlins hitless through five innings to secure the historic victory.
John Mitchell, who led England's Red Roses to their first World Cup victory in 11 years and an unprecedented 25-game winning streak, has committed to coaching the team through the next World Cup cycle. Rugby legend Emily Scarratt joins his coaching staff after retiring as England's all-time leading scorer.
Country duo Dan + Shay secretly crashed superfan Emily Hood Weiss' Tennessee wedding, performing their unreleased single "Marry You Again" and making her dream come true. The surprise was especially meaningful because Emily's mom, also a huge fan, couldn't attend while hospitalized in the ICU.
A 13-year-old from Genoa, New York, earned a free week at environmental camp through a scholarship honoring Emily Timbrook, who died in 2009 but left a legacy of loving the outdoors. The award keeps Emily's passion for nature alive while giving young people life-changing experiences.
When 16-year-old Emily Matejovitz passed away, her organs saved multiple lives. The families she saved traveled over 10 hours to attend the graduation party she never got to have.
A Penn State alumnus returned to campus to teach aspiring entrepreneurs the essential first steps to launching their own businesses. Asher Carr packed his presentation with practical wisdom on turning ideas into reality.
After Emily Robertson-Miller died suddenly from melanoma that spread to her brain, her loved ones turned grief into action. The community rallied at Geraldton's 15th Melanoma March, raising thousands for research and awareness.
When Emily Mainville learned a classmate had never celebrated a birthday, the 16-year-old organized cupcakes and a card signed by their entire class. The small act of kindness earned her a community award and changed one student's life.
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