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Basketball legend Lisa Leslie says her first Olympic gold medal at Atlanta 1996 remains her favorite career moment three decades later. The victory launched a dynasty that would see her win four consecutive Olympic golds.
A single promotional photo featuring Thai K-pop star Lisa has transformed a quiet lotus lake in northern Thailand into a tourist hotspot, with visitors lining up before dawn to recreate the magical shot. The "Lisa Effect" is bringing global attention to one of Thailand's hidden natural wonders.
The Louvre is giving the Mona Lisa her own 33,000-square-foot exhibition space to ease the daily crush of 20,000 visitors who come just to see her. The brilliant solution means art lovers can explore the rest of the museum's treasures without fighting through selfie-seeking crowds.
After cancer treatment forced actress Lisa Ray into early menopause at 37, she refused to let society write her off. She turned her painful journey into a powerful platform helping women break the silence around menopause. #
Country star Clint Black and actress Lisa Hartman Black have built a rock-solid 35-year marriage on one foundational principle: never stop talking it through. Their simple approach to communication has kept their love story thriving through decades of highs and lows.
New Zealand's most decorated Olympian reveals how beach life shaped her journey from a simple schoolhouse childhood to becoming a nine-time Olympic medalist. Home, she says, has always been about family, the ocean, and creating comfort for the people she loves.
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Two New Jersey artists spent 60 days transforming dog food into stunning recreations of masterpieces like the Mona Lisa and Girl With a Pearl Earring. The whimsical exhibition at NYC's Museum of the Dog proves art can celebrate our love for four-legged friends in the most creative ways.
Lisa Su, who transformed AMD from struggling to thriving, returned to MIT to share the career advice that changed everything: chase the hardest challenges you can find. The semiconductor pioneer told 2026 graduates that tough problems reveal what you're truly capable of.
Cancer survivors in Henderson, North Carolina will be celebrated at a special Western-themed dinner on May 15, featuring Duck Dynasty family member Lisa Robertson as keynote speaker. The free event recognizes the courage and resilience of those who've faced cancer and won.
When 15-year-old Lisa Jakub got expelled while filming Mrs. Doubtfire, Robin Williams wrote her principal asking them to reconsider. The school framed his letter and still said no. #
New Zealand's most decorated Olympian Dame Lisa Carrington just shared her secret weapon for peak performance, and it has nothing to do with the kayak. Her simple sleep habit could help anyone feeling tired and wired.
New Zealand's most decorated Olympian, Lisa Carrington, announced she's pregnant with her first child and still plans to compete at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The eight-time gold medalist will race in May's World Cups before taking time off for her late September due date.
When Leslie lost power for days in a Mississippi winter storm, a mobile laundry service restored more than clean clothes. Now he's packing care kits for the next disaster survivors.
Lisa Hale will attempt to break a Guinness World Record at the London Landmarks Half Marathon while dressed as a giant womb, raising awareness for ovarian cancer after losing her mum to the disease. She's already raised nearly £4,000 and trained in a weighted vest to prepare for the unique challenge.
A record-breaking £2 million donation is helping cancer patients keep their hair during chemotherapy, offering emotional relief during one of life's toughest battles. Young patients like Lisa, 33, say the new scalp-cooling technology gave them back a sense of control when everything else felt uncertain.
A Venezuelan artist turned over 100,000 recycled plastic lids into a 13-meter-tall Mona Lisa on a building in El Salvador, with help from the entire community. The world record mural reimagines the famous painting as a Salvadoran woman, celebrating everyday citizens as agents of change.
Lisa Reid lost her vision at 11 from a brain tumor. A clumsy fall while kissing her guide dog goodnight mysteriously restored it 13 years later.
A civil engineer worried about losing their idealism has a powerful ally: strategic patience. Climate therapist Leslie Davenport shares how to transform systems from the inside without getting absorbed by them.
The UK government has launched a study to bring the Olympics to northern England for the first time. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy says it's time to show the world what the north can offer.
Austrian downhill mountain biker Vali Höll conquered the challenging Loudenvielle course in the second World Cup race of 2026. Her victory, shared with teammate Lisa on the podium, earned their team top honors of the day.
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