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LA Dodgers pitcher Emmet Sheehan is gifting one of his signature "K ALS" gloves to MLB.com's Sarah Langs for her birthday, honoring her advocacy work while battling the disease. The glove tradition started at Boston College, inspired by ALS activist Pete Frates who co-founded the viral Ice Bucket Challenge.
The Orioles' new slugger is already winning hearts in Baltimore, coining a rallying cry that honors the team's championship past while energizing fans for the future. Pete Alonso's enthusiasm is infectious, and his teammates are all in.
A former Olympic silver medalist who once dove from 35mph is now getting his thrills swinging from treetops as a tree surgeon. Pete Waterfield's journey from the Athens podium to chainsaw work shows how passion can find new paths.
The Chicago Cubs secured their elite center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong with a six-year, $115 million extension, ending nearly two decades of instability at the position. The 24-year-old Gold Glove winner set a defensive record last season and became the first Cubs player ever to achieve a 30-30-30 season.
Pete Holmes revealed a simple two-word mantra that transforms how he handles life's frustrations. The phrase "Yes, thank you" short-circuits negative reactions and creates instant peace.
A former Olympic silver medalist who once dove alongside Tom Daley now finds his thrill 30 feet up in trees instead of plunging into pools. Pete Waterfield's journey from Athens 2004 to tree surgeon shows life after sports can be just as fulfilling.
Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong spotted a young fan holding a homemade sign at Tuesday's game and made a moment the kid will never forget. The simple gesture of signing a baseball left the fan overwhelmed with emotion.
A bold peacock in Guildford, England has won hearts by knocking on windows when hungry and helping himself to fruit and peanuts. Neighbors created a group chat to track his movements around their street.
When Florida banned Pride crosswalks, St. Petersburg responded by projecting rainbow lasers visible for 60 miles across the night sky. The three-night light show turned heartbreak into hope during Winter Pride celebrations.
A St. Petersburg manufacturing giant just proved that ambitious climate goals aren't just achievable—they're beatable. Jabil crushed its five-year emissions target two years ahead of schedule while growing into a $29.8 billion global operation.
Pete Crow-Armstrong saved the Cubs twice in one game, hitting dramatic home runs to tie the score before Chicago sealed a thrilling 3-2 extra-inning victory. One day after a crushing 18-3 loss, the team showed why they refuse to give up.
Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong made one kid's day at spring training by stopping to chat with a young fan who gave him a treasured baseball card. The sweet exchange shows how the 23-year-old is handling his rise to stardom with grace and gratitude.
Dozens of volunteers gathered in Montana's mountains to maintain a beloved stretch of the Continental Divide Trail, honoring a community member who championed outdoor stewardship. The annual Pete Sorini Day brought together neighbors, hikers, and forest service staff to clear fallen trees and trim overgrowth near Butte.
For over 30 years, the Pete Schuster Memorial Broom Squad has gathered each spring to transform Peninsula Players Theatre from winter slumber into a welcoming home for performers. This May 9th, nearly 90 volunteers will sweep, dust, and spruce up the Fish Creek theater, proving that community spirit is alive and well in Door County.
When a three-hour rain delay threatened to keep Pete Fairbanks from his wife's side for their fourth child's birth, his team made an extraordinary call. The Marlins completely changed their game plan to get their pitcher home to Florida in time.
Pete Metzelaar received a standing ovation from hundreds of students after sharing how courage and compassion saved his life during World War II. The 90-year-old has been telling his story since 1993, ensuring the next generation never forgets.
Pete Crow-Armstrong scored the winning run and celebrated by jumping into the stands with fans as the Chicago Cubs completed a sweep with their fifth straight victory. The 2-1 extra-inning win showcased resilient pitching and clutch hitting that brought Wrigley Field to life.
Just two months into his MLB career, 23-year-old Carson Benge delivered the first five-hit game by a Mets rookie since Pete Alonso in 2019. The guitar-playing outfielder is finding his rhythm both on and off the field.
When Henry Samson collapsed during a morning jog, his brother's CPR kept him alive for 20 critical minutes until help arrived. His survival story reveals how basic first aid training and a newly installed defibrillator can mean the difference between life and death.
Philadelphia International Airport just set a world record with a 1,200-foot line of cheesesteaks, then donated them all to TSA workers going weeks without paychecks. Nearly 1,000 pounds of steak became an act of community kindness.
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