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In virtual reality, missionaries just reached 10,000 new people.
Virtual rooms, real prayer. Online evangelism is booming, proving faith transcends screens.
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From overlooked to honored: Bruce Lee Day now celebrates a California icon.
Bruce Lee, San Francisco's martial arts legend, will be the first Chinese American honored with an annual namesake day in California, celebrating his legacy as a cultural bridge and Asian-American icon.
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From quiet doubts to bright futures: Jack Reardon's gift for seeing potential.
Jack Reardon, "the best of the University personified," had a superpower: he saw potential in everyone. His "amazingly well-lived life" was dedicated to helping others realize their own.
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A Texas dog knew to leave the room. Then the ceiling fell.
A Texas surveillance camera captured an incredible moment: a dog saving itself in a split second. It leaves the room, then the ceiling collapses. Unscathed.
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Celebrate birthright citizenship: The Supreme Court upholds it.
The Supreme Court just dealt a major blow to Trump's administration, upholding automatic birthright citizenship. This 6-3 ruling ensures nearly all US-born individuals remain citizens.
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July's celebrations nurture a future where every ability shines.
July is Disability Pride Month, marking 36 years of celebration. Boston held the first Disability Pride Day parade in 1990, the same year the Americans With Disabilities Act passed on July 26th.
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Ghanaian crews rescue 400 from floods.
Torrential rains caused deadly floods and landslides in Ghana and Ivory Coast. Over 400 people were rescued in Accra alone, but dozens have died.
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America's travelers connect every state.
Dreaming of an epic road trip? Meet the community of travelers dedicated to visiting all 50 states, and get inspired to start your own unforgettable journey across America.
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The Constitution secures citizenship for every child born on U.S. soil.
The U.S. Supreme Court has issued a major decision. Tune in for NPR's live special coverage and analysis of this pivotal ruling.
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Strangers jump into an alligator tank, saving a trainer's life.
A birthday party at a Utah reptile center turned terrifying when an alligator attacked a trainer. Donnie Wiseman jumped into the tank, saving her as his wife Theresa filmed the incredible rescue.
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A brother's final wish heals a family's deepest wound.
In April 2023, "the Compassion Guy" David Breaux was stabbed to death while sleeping in Davis, California's Central Park. He spent 14 years collecting definitions of compassion after a personal awakening.
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A Chicago nun runs marathons, nourishing families with $2.6 million.
A nun, almost an Olympian? Sister Stephanie Baliga, of Chicago's Mission of Our Lady of the Angels, was the nation's 6th fastest freshman runner, training for a pro career before finding her true calling.
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A World Cup beer brews unexpected friendships among rivals.
Headlands Brewing just tapped "Common Ground," their new World Cup-themed beer. It's perfectly timed for the tournament's kickoff this June!
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From a simple spark to a sky-filling spectacle: Washington's 250th lights up the night.
Fireworks explode over the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and U.S. Capitol on July 4, 2025. This stunning Independence Day celebration was captured from Arlington, Va.
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Illinois tower welcomes Swiss goats.
Meet Marcia and Dave Johnson, the ultimate DIYers. Their Windsor, Illinois farm is a testament to their "I can make that" spirit, featuring a house modeled after one in Williamsburg, Virginia.
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Tennessee judge secures privacy for 400 sick children in a quiet win.
A judge blocked Tennessee from sharing data on 400 seriously ill immigrant children in a healthcare program with immigration authorities, a temporary but critical win.
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Are Salt Lake City's streets quietly getting smarter?
Utah Transit Authority launched a new bus rapid transit route and began a streetcar extension this spring, reporting stronger ridership.
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From a wild Texas roam, Gracie the giraffe safely returns home.
Missing for two weeks, Gracie the giraffe was finally found Friday in Texas, 4 miles from her ranch. The open range clearly agreed with her.
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The unexpected handshake that delivers U.S. aid to Venezuela.
Twin earthquakes devastated Venezuela, killing 164 and destroying buildings near Caracas. A man carries a mattress past the wreckage in Catia La Mar as the U.S. pledges aid.
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Beyond Bourbon Street: Southwest Louisiana cradles American culture.
Southwest Louisiana's culture isn't just in museums—it's alive! Accordion music, generational recipes, and migratory birds define a vibrant region where American heritage thrives.
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Buckingham Palace's grand revamp? King Charles has other plans.
King Charles just made history. He's the first British monarch to reveal his tax payments, a groundbreaking announcement made Thursday during a royal finances briefing.
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The classic car his dad sold for family just drove back home.
To provide for his family, Daniel Allen sold his cherished 1969 Mustang Mach 1. Years later, his son Shane secretly found the exact model, leading to an unforgettable surprise.
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Georgia's shrine doors stay open.
Karugdebeli"—"Door-thrown-off." On this holy mountain, no building keeps its doors. All shrines remain open 24/7, a tradition since the 7th or 8th century, possibly even earlier pagan times.
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After a big project, David Bromstad finds his next creative step.
HGTV star David Bromstad won Design Star in 2006, then captivated fans for years with his professional and personal journey, including his struggles with substance abuse.
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Half a billion dollars in medical debt just vanished for 261,000 Californians.
Snap CEO Evan Spiegel and Miranda Kerr just wiped out $550 million in medical debt for 261,000 Californians. Their partnership with Undue Medical Debt offers massive relief.
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The Bhubaneswar secret for happy apartment dogs? Sunday art class.
Sunday mornings at Bhubaneswar's Biju Patnaik Park explode with joy. Apartment dogs unleash pure bliss, tails wagging furiously, as owners connect over coffee, vet visits, and puppy woes.
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What Tokyo's Pride marchers know about a coming Supreme Court decision.
May love prevail in the Supreme Court." Japanese LGBTQ+ activists demand legal victory this Pride Month, fighting for gender diversity and protection.
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Finland's ancient smoke saunas welcome a new generation of bathers.
Two octagonal smoke saunas, hand-built by a local farmer on Lake Rautjärvi, offer Finland's most authentic sauna experience. Nestled among pines, they embody traditional techniques.
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See what Florida firefighters pulled from a canal (it wasn't a dog).
Firefighters save cats, but dogs? On June 22, 2026, Cape Coral Fire Department responded to a struggling dog in a canal at Brittania Lake. What they found was unexpected.
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Prepare for four new reasons to smile, courtesy of these twin sisters.
An East Texas family grew by eight feet in hours! Sisters Rainy Jones and Darian Lowe discovered they were pregnant simultaneously, then learned they were both expecting twins.
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This coffee academy brews more than just espresso: it sparks new beginnings.
Best coffee on the street, best Iranian cakes in London." That's what customers tell Sana Pishgoo, owner of Shiraz Patisserie. This skilled pastry chef opened her north London business in 2021.
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Imagine a city finding hope in 1624, one statue at a time.
The early 17th century was a difficult period for Luxembourg City, which was then part of the Spanish Netherlands. The city was simultaneously contending with attacks from the Protestant Reformation, famine, plague and war. In an attempt to restore hope to the inhabitants and perpetuate veneration o...
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The stage lights are on: India's disabled women embrace the spotlight.
Nine women, some traveling solo for the first time, others shedding fear, rolled onto a Jaipur stage in 2025. Facing 350+ people, they danced, owning their moment at Astitva 2.
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Delhi's Matka Man nourishes thousands.
At 77, Natarajan starts his day at 4 AM, ensuring Delhi's public water pots are refilled. For thousands of workers battling summer heat, his free, clean water is a daily lifeline.
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From hesitant to heartfelt: New dads embrace unexpected joy.
Forget traditional providers. Thousands of fathers are embracing a new role, redefining what it means to be a dad.
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Could a royal invitation finally mend fences for King Charles and Prince Harry?
After over a year apart, Prince Harry visited King Charles in September 2025. Could the King's cancer diagnosis finally mend their strained relationship, intensified since Harry and Meghan stepped back from royal duties?
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Teen CPR heroes show a future where quick thinking saves lives.
A mother's scream shattered Memorial Day 2026 at Lake Bailey. 17-year-old Jackson Leonard and 15-year-old Isaac Hassell sprang into action when a 3-year-old girl was pulled from the lake, blue and limp.
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Dads get free ear piercings with their kids at Claire's this Father's Day.
Forget ties! This Father's Day (June 21, 2026), ex-NFL Steeler Patrick Peterson and Claire's offer a unique gift: free ear piercings for dads who bring their child to get pierced too.
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Juneteenth: Black voices share new paths to belonging and joy.
Juneteenth celebrates Black emancipation. The Greater Good Science Center honors Black history, culture, and well-being, reflecting on the ongoing fight for equality and justice.
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The surprising story of how dads got their day.
Father's Day took decades to become a national holiday, finally recognized in 1972. Ironically, this delay was due to resistance from men themselves, despite their societal dominance.
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