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Fiji Mom Earns Counseling Diploma for Son Lost at Age 4
Community HeroesApr 17

Fiji Mom Earns Counseling Diploma for Son Lost at Age 4

After 15 years away from school, a Fiji businesswoman returned to university and graduated alongside her sister and niece, dedicating her achievement to the son she lost in 2019. Her journey shows it's never too late to pursue education while honoring those we've loved.

Google: graduation achievement2 min read
Astronaut's Late Wife Gets Lunar Crater Named After Her
Global NewsApr 17

Astronaut's Late Wife Gets Lunar Crater Named After Her

When NASA astronaut Reid Wiseman lost his wife to cancer, he never imagined her memory would live on the Moon. Now a lunar crater bears her name, giving his grief an unexpected place among the stars.

BBC Science2 min read
Astronaut Brings Moon Mascot Home to Honor Late Wife
Community HeroesApr 13

Astronaut Brings Moon Mascot Home to Honor Late Wife

After 10 days circling the moon, Artemis 2 Commander Reid Wiseman broke protocol to keep a tiny plush moon toy named Rise close to his heart. The mascot carried the name of his late wife Carroll and the digital names of 5 million people who sent their dreams to space.

Space.com3 min read
Grandmother Volunteers 500+ Hours for Critically Ill Kids
Acts of KindnessMar 24

Grandmother Volunteers 500+ Hours for Critically Ill Kids

Donna Miller has dedicated over 500 hours to Give Kids the World, providing free vacations to critically ill children in her late grandson's memory. Her work helps thousands of families escape hospital routines and just be kids again.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Dolly Parton Returns to Dollywood After Health Recovery
Health & WellnessMar 15

Dolly Parton Returns to Dollywood After Health Recovery

Country icon Dolly Parton made her first public appearance of 2026 at Dollywood, opening up about rebuilding herself physically, emotionally, and spiritually after health concerns and the loss of her husband. The beloved singer reassured fans she's back and already working on new projects, including a Broadway musical launching this fall.

Google News - Entertainment2 min read
Creighton's Josh Dix Scores 21 After Mom's Cancer Death
SportsFeb 19

Creighton's Josh Dix Scores 21 After Mom's Cancer Death

Basketball star Josh Dix led his underdog team to victory over the nation's fifth-ranked squad just two weeks after losing his mother to colon cancer. The opposing school honored his mom with a moment of silence before the emotional game.

ESPN2 min read