Search

Find uplifting stories about heroes, innovations, and solutions

166 results for "gary lineker"

Harry Kane Ties England Record With 10 World Cup Goals
Sports2h ago

Harry Kane Ties England Record With 10 World Cup Goals

England's captain scored twice in a thrilling 4-2 victory over Croatia, matching a national record that stood for 36 years. The striker now shares the mark with Gary Lineker at 10 World Cup goals.

Japan Today2 min read
Golfer Gary Woodland Shares PTSD Journey After Surgery
Community HeroesMar 10

Golfer Gary Woodland Shares PTSD Journey After Surgery

Former U.S. Open champion Gary Woodland is opening up about his battle with PTSD following life-saving brain surgery, choosing courage over hiding. His honesty is helping break the stigma around mental health in professional sports.

ESPN3 min read
Gary Sinise Foundation Gives $40K to Pa. Fire Department
Community HeroesFeb 24

Gary Sinise Foundation Gives $40K to Pa. Fire Department

A Pennsylvania fire department just upgraded rescue equipment that hasn't been replaced since 1994, thanks to a $40,000 grant from actor Gary Sinise's foundation. The new tools can lift a railcar but weigh less than the old gear, making rescue operations faster and safer.

Google News - Firefighter Rescues2 min read
Gary Woodland Wins First PGA Title After Brain Surgery
SportsMar 30

Gary Woodland Wins First PGA Title After Brain Surgery

US golfer Gary Woodland captured his first PGA Tour victory since undergoing brain tumor removal surgery in September 2023, winning the Texas Children's Houston Open by five shots. The emotional comeback marks a triumphant return for the 2019 US Open champion who faced one of life's toughest battles.

BBC Sport2 min read
Gary Ablett Jr Joins Dad in Australian Football Hall of Fame
SportsJun 9

Gary Ablett Jr Joins Dad in Australian Football Hall of Fame

In a rare father-son achievement, Australian football legend Gary Ablett Jr has been inducted into the Hall of Fame alongside five other champions, 21 years after his dad earned the same honor. The emotional ceremony celebrated players, coaches, and officials who shaped the sport across decades.

ABC Australia3 min read
Golf Legend Gary Player, 90, Matches Bryson in Push-Ups
SportsMay 7

Golf Legend Gary Player, 90, Matches Bryson in Push-Ups

Ninety-year-old golf icon Gary Player proved age is just a number by going push-up for push-up with 32-year-old star Bryson DeChambeau at the White House. The friendly fitness showdown celebrated the return of presidential fitness awards for American students.

Fox News Sports2 min read
Gary Woodland Wins Again After Opening Up About PTSD
Community HeroesApr 8

Gary Woodland Wins Again After Opening Up About PTSD

Golf champion Gary Woodland just won his first tournament in seven years after finally asking for help with his post-traumatic stress disorder. His breakthrough came when he stopped fighting his mental health battle alone.

Google News - Sports3 min read
Gary Woodland Wins Houston Open After PTSD Battle
Community HeroesMar 30

Gary Woodland Wins Houston Open After PTSD Battle

Gary Woodland captured his first PGA Tour victory in nearly seven years at the Houston Open, two weeks after publicly sharing his struggles with PTSD following brain surgery. The emotional win came just 30 months after doctors removed a baseball-sized piece of his skull to treat a brain lesion.

ESPN3 min read
Golfer Gary Woodland Returns to Masters After Brain Surgery
Community HeroesApr 8

Golfer Gary Woodland Returns to Masters After Brain Surgery

Gary Woodland is competing in the Masters this week after brain surgery and a PTSD diagnosis nearly ended his career. His surprise win at the Houston Open last month earned him the final spot in the tournament.

Fox News Latest Headlines (all sections)2 min read
Gary Woodland Wins Masters Spot After PTSD Battle
Community HeroesApr 8

Gary Woodland Wins Masters Spot After PTSD Battle

Golf champion Gary Woodland is opening up about living with PTSD after brain surgery, and his honesty just helped him win his first tournament in seven years. By asking for help from security teams, he's showing other athletes that vulnerability can lead to victory.

BBC Sport3 min read
Golfer Gary Woodland Opens Up About PTSD After Brain Surgery
Community HeroesMar 10

Golfer Gary Woodland Opens Up About PTSD After Brain Surgery

Former US Open champion Gary Woodland is breaking his silence about living with PTSD following emergency brain surgery in 2023, refusing to "waste energy hiding" his mental health struggles anymore. His courage is helping others feel less alone in their battles.

BBC Sport2 min read
Golf Champ Gary Woodland Wins After PTSD Battle
Community HeroesApr 8

Golf Champ Gary Woodland Wins After PTSD Battle

Gary Woodland won his first golf tournament since brain surgery left him with PTSD, opening up about his mental health struggles to help others facing similar battles. The former US Open champion now competes with security nearby after experiencing fear so intense he thought people were trying to kill him on the course.

ABC Australia2 min read
Gary Zhao Sells 2,500 Dumplings Daily in Melbourne
SolutionsFeb 14

Gary Zhao Sells 2,500 Dumplings Daily in Melbourne

Disappointed by Australia's dumpling scene, Chinese immigrant Gary Zhao opened his own restaurant in Melbourne and now sells thousands daily. His DIY dumpling workshops are bringing people from all cultures together to learn an ancient tradition.

SBS Australia3 min read
Coach Gary Poyer Wins 311th Game, Breaks School Record
Community HeroesMay 26

Coach Gary Poyer Wins 311th Game, Breaks School Record

A New Jersey high school baseball coach just became his school's winningest coach ever after decades of dedication. Gary Poyer's 311th victory at Hackettstown High School broke a long-standing record and sets a new standard for excellence.

Google News - Historic Victory2 min read
Mets Honor Legend Gary Carter After Fans Speak Up
Acts of KindnessMay 20

Mets Honor Legend Gary Carter After Fans Speak Up

When the New York Mets accidentally issued a beloved player's number to a rookie, fans rallied to protect the legacy of their 1986 World Series hero. The team listened and changed course within hours.

Fox News Sports2 min read
Nurse Spots Stroke, Saves Husband Visiting His Sick Wife
Community HeroesFeb 21

Nurse Spots Stroke, Saves Husband Visiting His Sick Wife

When Gary Ragsdale arrived at the hospital to visit his wife who was recovering from a stroke, he didn't realize he was having one too. Quick-thinking nurse Heather Hawkins noticed the warning signs and saved his life.

Google News - Nurse Saves2 min read
Donegal Man Defies Odds After Brain Injury in Boston
Community HeroesApr 13

Donegal Man Defies Odds After Brain Injury in Boston

Gary Reynolds fell from a pickup truck in Boston and suffered severe head trauma, but months later he's home in Ireland celebrating life. His community raised €125,000 to help bring him back to health.

Google: miracle recovery2 min read
Artist Turns Cremation Ashes Into Memorial Paintings
Acts of KindnessFeb 9

Artist Turns Cremation Ashes Into Memorial Paintings

A Liverpool artist is helping grieving families find comfort by incorporating loved ones' ashes into personalized landscape paintings. Gary Harper consults with families to create meaningful artwork that lets them feel connected to those they've lost.

Good News Network2 min read
Golfer Wins First Tournament Since Brain Tumor Surgery
Community HeroesMar 30

Golfer Wins First Tournament Since Brain Tumor Surgery

Gary Woodland won his first golf tournament in seven years, just 18 months after having brain surgery to remove a tumor. The emotional victory at the Houston Open brought the crowd to their feet as Woodland broke down in tears.

BBC Sport2 min read
Ohio State's Caleb Downs Credits Army Vet Grandpa Before Draft
Community HeroesApr 21

Ohio State's Caleb Downs Credits Army Vet Grandpa Before Draft

As NFL prospect Caleb Downs prepares for Thursday's draft, he credits his 23-year Army veteran grandfather for instilling the discipline that shaped his path to success. The Ohio State safety comes from a football family, but says his grandfather Gary Downs Sr.'s military values made all the difference.

Fox News Sports2 min read

Showing 20 of 166