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Laura Wickwar marks 35 years cancer-free at this weekend's Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure in Durham. Her journey from shocked first-time diagnosis at 31 to longtime advocate shows how far breast cancer treatment has come.
Hundreds gathered in Peoria for the Susan G. Komen MORE THAN PINK Walk, raising funds for breast cancer research and patient support. The community event brought together survivors, families, and supporters in a powerful show of solidarity.
A 14-year-old cancer survivor whose biggest dream was to see Karol G perform live got her wish at Coachella after her story went viral. The Desert Hot Springs teen's journey from treatment to the festival stage proves that hope and community can make the impossible happen.
Vermont skier Ryan Cochran-Siegle clinched his second Olympic silver medal in super-G at the 2026 Milan Cortina Games, finishing just 0.13 seconds behind Switzerland's gold medalist. The 34-year-old's repeat podium finish proves his incredible consistency at skiing's highest level.
Colombian superstar Karol G became the first Latina to headline Coachella, delivering a 25-song celebration of Latin music that opened doors for future artists. Her performance honored Latino artists who paved the way while creating a moment of pride and joy for her community.
Andy Riemersma turned his shattered NBA dreams into a mission helping G-League players find purpose beyond basketball. The 30-year-old pastor and hip-hop artist combines music and faith to support athletes facing uncertain futures.
Italian ski champion Sofia Goggia just completed her most dominant season ever, winning her first Super-G Crystal Globe and proving she's one of the most complete speed skiers in the world. Meanwhile, an unexpected title race is heating up as Germany's Emma Aicher closes in on Mikaela Shiffrin's overall lead.
BigBang leader G-Dragon gifted apartments worth hundreds of thousands of dollars to team members who've worked with him for 20 years. The K-pop icon's philosophy puts his people's homes before his own comfort.
A UT Health San Antonio researcher just won a major grant to study whether therapeutic yoga can help Hispanic breast cancer survivors recover better than standard physical therapy. The two-year study could transform how we support cancer survivors after treatment ends.
A group of men in Oklahoma City is working to raise over $100,000 for breast cancer patients through VIPink, a local fundraising campaign. The money will fund patient care, education, and resources for people navigating breast cancer diagnoses.
Scientists in Australia discovered a spider that builds spring-loaded traps to launch aggressive ants at forces five times what fighter pilots endure. The ballista spider's hunting method has never been seen before and could unlock secrets about extreme force survival.
A Colorado man who once blew a .59 BAC now helps others find hope in recovery. His journey from daily blackouts to five years of sobriety proves that even the darkest moments can turn around.
After making history as the first Kiwi to podium in Super G, 24-year-old alpine skier Alice Robinson heads into her third Winter Olympics with her best form yet. Despite a January crash, she's won three World Cup races this season and is ready to leave it all on the slopes in Italy.
A California second grader's plush moon design will float aboard NASA's first crewed lunar mission in over 50 years. Lucas Ye's creation "Rise" beat 2,600 submissions from 50+ countries to join the Artemis 2 crew.
The Mexico City Capitanes have become the NBA G League's most popular team, drawing over 35,000 fans and shattering attendance records since their 2022 debut. The only Mexican-owned franchise in North American professional basketball is proving that betting on Mexico City was the right move.
Susan Smith cried the moment she saw the 1900s Canterbury estate surrounded by ancient trees and rose gardens. Now, after 27 years of love and restoration, the Smiths are passing Lawford on to its next chapter.
After decades of carrying guilt from childhood abuse, Mary Van Komen decided to rewrite her story by going back to school and finally speaking at her abuser's parole hearing. Her journey from survivor to advocate shows how education and determination can transform pain into purpose.
Ghana Water Limited just took a major step toward turning its quality water into a thriving business everyone can access. The company launched a new leadership board to transform its G-Water brand into one of Ghana's most trusted bottled water options.
Chinese automaker BYD just unveiled a game-changing compact car that travels over 620 miles on a single tank while costing less than most smartphones. The Dolphin G plug-in hybrid brings long-range electric driving to Europe at a price that could finally make sustainable transport accessible to millions.
A Kenyan startup is formalizing the informal carpooling networks that commuters already use to navigate Nairobi's challenging transportation landscape. G-rani has attracted 7,000 users by making shared rides affordable, reliable, and community-focused.
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