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University student Innes Fitzgerald smashed the UK female Parkrun record, completing the 5km course in just 15 minutes 27 seconds. She wasn't even chasing the record when she lined up at the starting line.
Nearly 500 runners gathered at Professor Richard Scolyer's beloved parkrun course to celebrate the legacy of the Australian of the Year who pioneered brain cancer treatment. The renowned researcher completed 250 parkruns during his three-year battle with glioblastoma, inspiring a community with his determination.
Matthew Akpan, a 37-year-old from Leeds with autism, is attempting his sixth Guinness World Record at this month's London Marathon while honoring his late father and raising thousands for charity. He's already broken records running dressed as a WWE wrestler and wants to prove his autism diagnosis won't limit his dreams.
A 41-year-old mother ran 425 miles between Britain's three highest peaks in under six days, shattering the women's record while sleeping just 90 minutes each night. She did it to honor a friend and raise money for mental health.
An Oxford University professor ran the London Marathon in full academic dress, breaking a Guinness World Record and raising over £3,400 for a children's hospice. His quirky achievement is bridging the historic divide between academics and their community.
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A stunning glass conservatory shipped from Scotland in 1882 is finding new life through volunteer care and community events in Gqeberha. The Victorian-era greenhouse nearly faced demolition but now draws crowds back to a historic park.
More than 2,600 women and girls in Brighton picked up a rugby ball after their city hosted the Women's Rugby World Cup. The tournament sparked a movement to get more females active through sport.
An Oxford University professor just shattered a world record by running the London Marathon in full academic dress, raising over £3,400 for a children's hospice. Alexander Betts completed 26.2 miles wearing a mortarboard, gown, bow tie, and long-sleeve shirt in under three hours.
More than 2,600 women and girls in Brighton picked up rugby after last year's Women's Rugby World Cup, with 300 now playing weekly. The city's legacy program turned two sold-out matches into lasting participation through free taster sessions and women-only walking rugby.
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.
Nearly every child surveyed ahead of International Day of Hope says they can make a positive difference, with most already taking action in their communities. Despite anxiety about the future, young people are choosing hope and rolling up their sleeves.