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A French palace invited people to write to Marie Antoinette, and over 4,000 letters poured in from around the world. The campaign reveals how a queen who died 240 years ago still captures hearts as a symbol of elegance, rebellion, and timeless fascination.
Denmark's Queen Mary, the former Sydney marketing manager who met her prince at a pub during the 2000 Olympics, returned to Australia as monarch for the first time. The six-day royal visit celebrates a modern fairytale while strengthening clean energy partnerships between her two countries.
Colin Mitchell's buzzer-beater gave Mary Washington the 2026 NCAA Division III men's basketball championship just seconds after Emory tied the game. The dramatic finish capped one of the most thrilling endings in college basketball history.
A chance meeting at a Sydney pub during the 2000 Olympics transformed Hobart-born Mary Donaldson into Queen of Denmark. Now she and King Frederik are visiting Australia for the first time since their 2024 coronation.
A Division III basketball championship came down to the final second, ending with a dramatic putback shot that gave the University of Mary Washington its first national title. The Eagles' 30-win season reached its perfect ending when Colin Mitchell tipped in a rebound as time expired.
Five William & Mary students just earned some of the nation's most competitive scholarships, opening doors to study in China, work at the Carnegie Endowment, and fight for democracy and human rights. Their wins prove that dedication to making a difference pays off.
A new sci-fi film proves that even in the vastness of space, friendship is the most powerful force. Project Hail Mary delivers a heartwarming story about an unlikely bond between a human astronaut and an adorable alien, both racing to save their dying worlds.
Four William & Mary students just won prestigious Goldwater Scholarships, marking only the third time in 30 years the university has achieved a perfect sweep. These rising scholars are already tackling some of science's biggest challenges, from coastal flooding to sustainable cancer treatments.
Australian soccer star Mary Fowler captured her first career winners' medal as Manchester City claimed the Women's FA Cup with a 4-0 victory at Wembley. The triumph caps a remarkable comeback season for Fowler, who returned from a long-term knee injury just three months earlier.
Two dramatic late comebacks in the Women's FA Cup semifinals have set up an all-underdog final at Wembley. Australian stars Mary Fowler and coach Dario Vidošić both inspired stunning victories that prove matches aren't over until the final whistle.
Two-time FIFA Best Goalkeeper Mary Earps is heading back to England's Women's Super League, with London City Lionesses leading the chase. The Euro 2022 champion is set to leave Paris Saint-Germain when her contract expires in June.
Retired Olympic champion Mary T. Plant just crushed a world swimming record at 61, proving it's never too late for a comeback. The butterfly legend who set records as a teenager is now setting them again four decades later.
Hockey legend Marie-Philip Poulin returned from injury to tie the all-time Olympic scoring record and lead Canada into the semifinals with a dominant quarterfinal victory. The 34-year-old captain known as "Captain Clutch" showed up when her team needed her most.
Marie-Louise Eta just made history as the first woman to lead a men's team in one of Europe's top five soccer leagues. The 34-year-old former player will guide Union Berlin through the rest of the season after building her career breaking barriers.
A missed shot turned into the perfect assist as Colin Mitchell's buzzer-beater gave Mary Washington its first-ever NCAA Division III basketball championship. The 75-73 thriller ended a decades-long championship drought for both teams competing.
Mary Washington captured its first-ever Division III men's basketball championship with a heart-stopping 75-73 victory over Emory on April 5 in Indianapolis. The Eagles survived a month-long tournament gauntlet to claim the program's first national title in thrilling fashion.
A college basketball team that fell short last year just won their first national championship on a buzzer-beating rebound. The University of Mary Washington defeated Emory in a Division III thriller that came down to the final tick of the clock.
Dame Marie Bashir, who broke barriers as New South Wales' first female governor and spent decades championing mental health care, has died at 95. Her extraordinary life touched thousands through her work in psychiatry, advocacy for marginalized communities, and unwavering commitment to treating everyone with dignity.
Dozens of volunteers in St. Marys, Pennsylvania, spent Earth Day clearing trash and planting patriotic flowers for the town's fifth annual cleanup. This year's red, white, and blue blooms will honor America's 250th birthday while keeping the community beautiful.
A Wellesley couple whose son has severe hemophilia created a Bloody Mary competition that's become an annual fundraiser bringing together restaurants, families, and fun for a serious cause. Meanwhile, middle schoolers are collecting school supplies to help students in neighboring communities succeed.
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