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Grammy-winning singer Mary J. Blige credits pastors and prayer with helping her take control of her career after years of being taken advantage of. Her story shows how accountability and education transformed her business life.
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 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.
K-pop superstar J-Hope celebrated turning 32 by donating over $207,000 to children's hospitals and education programs across South Korea. The BTS member says the gifts are his way of thanking fans who supported his record-breaking solo tour.
Three of Japan's biggest music acts sold out a 7,000-seat venue in Los Angeles, proving J-pop's growing American fanbase. The concert has inspired plans for an even bigger celebration of Japanese music culture.
British pop star Jessie J announced she's cancer-free nearly a year after her early-stage breast cancer diagnosis, sharing her emotional relief with millions of fans. The "Price Tag" singer sobbed for hours after receiving the life-changing news at her yearly checkup.
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.
Former Olympic champion Mary Meagher just shattered the masters world record in the 100-meter butterfly at age 60, proving athletic excellence has no age limit. The woman who first broke world records as a teenager is still making history four decades later.
After four years away from acting, Michael J. Fox was so moved by Harrison Ford's portrayal of Parkinson's disease on "Shrinking" that he demanded a role on the show. The result? An unforgettable scene between two Hollywood legends that brought both actors to tears.
After seeing Harrison Ford portray Parkinson's disease on Apple TV's "Shrinking," Michael J. Fox was so moved he demanded a role on the show. The result is Fox's first acting appearance since 2020 and a reunion of two Hollywood legends.
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.
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