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At just 18 years old, Grace Norman became the first woman to win Paralympic gold in Para triathlon when the sport debuted at Rio 2016. Ten years later, she's a four-time Paralympic medalist who helped build a sport from the ground up.
After eight nominations without a win, Glenn Close will finally receive an Academy Award alongside legendary director Ridley Scott and Disney's first Black animator Floyd Norman. The Governors Awards ceremony in November will honor their extraordinary contributions to cinema.
The Oklahoma Sooners claimed their first College World Series championship in 32 years with a dominant 13-2 victory. Fans can join a celebration at Kimrey Family Stadium on June 24 with $2 beer and hot dogs.
An 11-year-old non-verbal autistic boy who vanished during a fierce storm in Perth has been found safe after more than 50 volunteers searched through the night. A kind stranger spotted Norman Krakouer walking back home and called police.
When Sarah Malone lost her husband Norman at 49, her Indigenous community showed her that widows aren't relics but valued members of society. Their support transformed her grief into purpose.
An 11-year-old non-verbal autistic boy survived 15 hours alone in Perth's wild weather before community volunteers brought him home safe. Norman Krakouer spent the night in just shorts as temperatures dropped to 9°C, but walked away unharmed thanks to quick-thinking rescuers.
A small Irish community has turned a vintage vehicle rally into a fundraising powerhouse, collecting over €643,000 for cancer patients across 23 years. Last week's 24th annual Mac & Norman Rally brought 270 classic vehicles through Kilcullen, continuing a tradition that started with two local families and has never failed to find volunteers.
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A new exhibition at the Smithsonian's Air and Space Museum reveals how artists from Goya to Norman Rockwell envisioned human flight before rockets ever left the ground. Their paintings and photographs capture not just technology, but the wonder of reaching beyond Earth.
A music promoter bought a damaged vinyl record for four dollars at a thrift store and spent a decade tracking down the band and bringing their forgotten 1960s album to the world. Now 77, former bandleader Norman Roth will finally hear his music released officially this February.
Australian golfer Hannah Green just became the first Aussie ever to win three consecutive major-tour tournaments, claiming the WPGA Championship despite final-round jitters. The world number seven rewrote the record books at Sanctuary Cove, achieving something legends like Karrie Webb and Greg Norman never managed.
British schoolchildren will design and stitch a hopeful new ending for the Bayeux Tapestry, replacing its lost battle scenes with visions of "a better tomorrow." The winning designs will be displayed alongside the nearly 1,000-year-old embroidery during its first visit to England since it was created.
A growing movement of ultra-wealthy Australians is rejecting "forever funds" and giving away fortunes rapidly to tackle urgent problems now. From a software mogul distributing $1.2 billion by 2029 to a data center founder's $100 million education gift, they believe money does more good today than spread across generations.
Ethel Caterham just made history as the first British person ever to reach 117 years old, breaking records that stood for over three decades. The world's oldest living person celebrated her milestone birthday surrounded by family, a royal visitor, and admirers worldwide.
A Somerset pub landlord who opened his doors to traumatized children after a deadly coach crash is among 11 people from western England honored by the King. Their stories prove everyday heroes are quietly changing lives in their communities.
A Hutto kindergarten teacher became the only Texas educator to win the prestigious Milken Educator Award this year, along with a $25,000 prize. Olivia Joseph, who teaches at her own alma mater's district, was surprised with the honor in front of cheerleaders, dignitaries, and her entire school.
Ethel Caterham, born when King Edward VII ruled Britain, just celebrated her 117th birthday and credits her longevity to staying calm and avoiding arguments. She met King Charles III this year and says she's still having new experiences, from petting llamas to making royal memories.
Workers renovating a church in Darlington just uncovered a 900-year-old Anglo-Saxon place of worship hidden beneath their feet. The discovery happened during a £2.5 million restoration project to make St Cuthbert's Church more accessible to visitors.
Trailfinders Women's Rugby pulled off a major upset by defeating three-time defending champions Gloucester-Hartpury 29-26 to reach their first ever Premiership Women's Rugby final. The team that only joined the league in 2023 will now face Saracens for the championship on June 28.
A century-old pipe organ is singing again in Toowoomba, Australia, after a community raised $150,000 to restore the historic instrument. Two-thirds of donors weren't even church members.
Five Konawaena High School seniors just received scholarships totaling $7,000 for their leadership and community service. Hawaii's largest Lions Club is celebrating these students who gave back to their island home.
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