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Muhammad Arshad just set his third world record doing one of the most grueling exercises imaginable: thumb push-ups with one leg raised. Growing up in a small Pakistani village with zero gym access, he turned his living room into a training ground and his determination into 14 world records.
A biology professor who was told he'd never pass his PhD exams just won Saskatchewan's highest teaching honor. His secret? Never underestimating students the way others once underestimated him.
Two St. Michael Catholic High School seniors just became the first pair from their school to sweep both categories of a prestigious Alabama student-athlete program. Their wins represent three consecutive years of Achievement awards for the school.
A viral video of nine-year-old Francesca Hennessy struggling with her weight while running laps inspired millions. Now 21, she's fighting for a shot at the world bantamweight title on Saturday.
A university biology teacher who overcame a severe stutter just won Teacher of the Year for making science come alive for students. Anneke Valk's journey from struggling to speak in front of groups to inspiring hundreds shows how passion can overcome any obstacle.