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3 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Running the long shot: 80-year-old Larry Sillen keeps pace in the RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon * Brooklyn Paper

fromBrooklyn Paper
3 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Running the long shot: 80-year-old Larry Sillen keeps pace in the RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon * Brooklyn Paper

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

'I'm the hunted': Summer McIntosh's record-breaking week puts competitors on notice ahead of worlds | CBC Sports

Summer McIntosh, at just 18, shattered multiple records and exemplified humility by giving away her gold medals to inspire young fans during the Canadian swim trials.
Canada news
#legacy
Apple
fromWIRED
3 days ago

How Steve Jobs Wrote the Greatest Commencement Speech Ever

Steve Jobs transformed from reluctant speaker to delivering a historic commencement address at Stanford, showcasing personal struggles and insights.
Apple
fromWIRED
3 days ago

How Steve Jobs Wrote the Greatest Commencement Speech Ever

Steve Jobs transformed from reluctant speaker to delivering a historic commencement address at Stanford, showcasing personal struggles and insights.
#acting
Running
fromiRunFar
3 days ago

Facing Life Head On: Amputee and Ultrarunner Adam Popp

Adam Popp faces the challenge of running as an above-the-knee amputee in the Western States 100.
#family
Parenting
fromTODAY.com
1 week ago

Viral Video of Dads Meeting Their Newborn Captures Hearts Every Pride Month. Here's Where They Are Now

Ben and Aaron Ptashinsky-Skinner's emotional adoption moment became viral, showcasing love and acceptance through family.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Alexsandro sold litter to provide for his family. Now he's in the Brazil team

Alexsandro transformed his dreams into reality through football, overcoming adversity from his upbringing in a favela to achieve professional success.
Parenting
fromTODAY.com
1 week ago

Viral Video of Dads Meeting Their Newborn Captures Hearts Every Pride Month. Here's Where They Are Now

Ben and Aaron Ptashinsky-Skinner's emotional adoption moment became viral, showcasing love and acceptance through family.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Alexsandro sold litter to provide for his family. Now he's in the Brazil team

Alexsandro transformed his dreams into reality through football, overcoming adversity from his upbringing in a favela to achieve professional success.
#aging
fromIndependent
1 week ago
Bicycling

On your bike - Meet the 84-year-old Galway man who credits his incredible fitness to his daily cycles

fromIndependent
1 week ago
Bicycling

On your bike - Meet the 84-year-old Galway man who credits his incredible fitness to his daily cycles

#career
fromWIRED
4 days ago
Video games

He's Blind. He Plays Video Games. Here's How That Works

Ross Minor, a blind gamer, defies expectations through his successful career in gaming despite losing his vision at a young age.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Parenting

Video: Opinion | I Almost Quit My Career for My Kids. Then I Met Joan Darling.

Career struggles can lead to questioning life choices but mentorship may inspire perseverance.
Video games
fromWIRED
4 days ago

He's Blind. He Plays Video Games. Here's How That Works

Ross Minor, a blind gamer, defies expectations through his successful career in gaming despite losing his vision at a young age.
fromBusiness Matters
4 days ago

'Blazing the trail for others': easyJet founder Sir Stelios awards 300,000 to disabled entrepreneurs transforming care, baking and logistics

The Stelios Awards celebrate the remarkable achievements of disabled entrepreneurs, highlighting their resilience and innovative impact on the UK business landscape.
European startups
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Hingham student, who was the youngest U.S. judge, thinks young people should not be overlooked

Seeing how loved and impactful Taylor was in his community, Buckley found some inspiration.
Boston food
fromwww.90min.com
6 days ago

Chelsea players tried their hand at changing car tyres with hilarious results

Noni Madueke, although not suited to the mechanic's life, showcases his true talents and skills on the football field, pushing past preconceptions.
Chelsea
#personal-journey
fromBrooklyn Paper
3 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Running home: New Yorker battling rare genetic disorder completes fourth Brooklyn Half Marathon * Brooklyn Paper

fromIndependent
1 week ago
SF LGBT

'Life goes on, every case is different' - how one of Ireland's top chefs is living with motor neurone disease

fromHackernoon
2 months ago
Growth hacking

Meet the HackerNoon Top Writers - Laszlo Fazekas and Kindness In Content Writing | HackerNoon

fromBrooklyn Paper
3 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Running home: New Yorker battling rare genetic disorder completes fourth Brooklyn Half Marathon * Brooklyn Paper

fromIndependent
1 week ago
SF LGBT

'Life goes on, every case is different' - how one of Ireland's top chefs is living with motor neurone disease

fromHackernoon
2 months ago
Growth hacking

Meet the HackerNoon Top Writers - Laszlo Fazekas and Kindness In Content Writing | HackerNoon

fromBusiness Insider
6 days ago

23 valuable pieces of advice from graduation speeches throughout history

The difference between triumph and defeat, you'll find, isn't about willingness to take risks - it's about mastery of rescue.
Startup companies
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Leona Maguire: 'A lot of girls in our class had posters up of pop stars - we had pictures up of all the Ryder Cup players'

Leona Maguire's journey began at age 12, leading her to become a prominent figure in women's golf, now looking to inspire future generations.
Fashion & style
#creative-process
UK news
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Peace and love, or bloodshed and drugs - who was the real Sunny Jacobs?

Sunny Jacobs, who died in a fire, was a wrongful conviction advocate who emphasized the complexities of justice and forgiveness.
#creativity
Graphic design
fromMedium
3 weeks ago

Product Design Principles borrowed from Pixar

Pixar's creative process showcases the importance of having a bold vision for product development.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Space travel is queer': the unstoppable film-maker skewering Bezos and Musk's macho fantasies

Nelly Ben Hayoun-Stepanian inspires creativity and challenges power structures through unique art experiences, merging science and art.
Graphic design
fromMedium
3 weeks ago

Product Design Principles borrowed from Pixar

Pixar's creative process showcases the importance of having a bold vision for product development.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Space travel is queer': the unstoppable film-maker skewering Bezos and Musk's macho fantasies

Nelly Ben Hayoun-Stepanian inspires creativity and challenges power structures through unique art experiences, merging science and art.
#baseball
#education
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

She's 11 years old. She's about to graduate from college. And she's just getting started

An 11-year-old girl named Alisa Perales graduates with multiple degrees, showcasing extraordinary academic talent and ambitions in AI.
Education
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

Rafael Aguirre, the 82-year-old Mexican immigrant who graduated in Texas

Learning has no age limit, as epitomized by 82-year-old Rafael Aguirre graduating from college and inspiring others.
Women in technology
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago

Blind mother of 5 graduates from college with honors alongside her guide dog

Amanda Juetten, a blind mother, graduated magna cum laude, showcasing resilience and determination to gain independence and pursue her education.
fromsilive
1 week ago
NYC parents

'This was a big surprise': Staten Island teacher receives $25K award for inspiring students

SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

She's 11 years old. She's about to graduate from college. And she's just getting started

An 11-year-old girl named Alisa Perales graduates with multiple degrees, showcasing extraordinary academic talent and ambitions in AI.
Education
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

Rafael Aguirre, the 82-year-old Mexican immigrant who graduated in Texas

Learning has no age limit, as epitomized by 82-year-old Rafael Aguirre graduating from college and inspiring others.
Women in technology
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago

Blind mother of 5 graduates from college with honors alongside her guide dog

Amanda Juetten, a blind mother, graduated magna cum laude, showcasing resilience and determination to gain independence and pursue her education.
fromsilive
1 week ago
NYC parents

'This was a big surprise': Staten Island teacher receives $25K award for inspiring students

#athletics
fromArchitectural Digest
1 week ago

The Most Delicious Kitchens in AD Open Door History

Kitchens must serve multiple purposes: be functional for cooking, a centerpiece for gatherings, and a welcoming space for family activities, often balancing competing goals.
Everyday cooking
NYC LGBT
fromsilive
2 weeks ago

Staten Island EMT who lost leg in near-fatal crash is honored with heroism award

Ashley Diaz, an EMT who lost part of her leg, was honored with a heroism award for her brave service and inspiring recovery journey.
#leadership
#resilience
fromsilive
2 weeks ago
NYC parents

Crash took Staten Island EMTs leg, but not her spirit. Now, she finds a new way to save lives

fromSFGATE
1 month ago
LA real estate

Inside Miranda Lambert's $3.5 Million Tennessee Sanctuary as She Inspires 'American Idol' Hopefuls With Her Tale of Rising From Homelessness

Boston Bruins
fromHarvard Gazette
1 month ago

Finishing what he started - Harvard Gazette

Ben Abercrombie's remarkable journey from paralysis to graduation inspires others, demonstrating resilience and the value of community support.
Fundraising
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Paralympic medalist who lost leg in shark attack turns trauma into hope with swim-a-thon fundraiser

Ali Truwit hosts a charity swim to aid amputees after surviving a shark attack and winning Paralympic medals.
NYC parents
fromsilive
2 weeks ago

Crash took Staten Island EMTs leg, but not her spirit. Now, she finds a new way to save lives

Ashley Diaz, an FDNY EMT, continues to serve despite losing her leg in a crash, inspiring others with her resilience.
Mental health
fromCbsnews
4 weeks ago

Bay Area mother turns pain into art on Mental Health Action Day

Theresa Fortune's art reflects her transformation from struggles with postpartum depression to celebrating life and hope through her creative journey.
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Inside Miranda Lambert's $3.5 Million Tennessee Sanctuary as She Inspires 'American Idol' Hopefuls With Her Tale of Rising From Homelessness

Miranda Lambert shares her journey from homelessness to success, encouraging 'American Idol' contestants to remain true to themselves and embrace their struggles.
#social-media
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago
Retirement

Viral Oregon man who quit his job to set sail with his cat arrives to cheering fans in Hawaii after weekslong journey

fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago
Retirement

Viral Oregon man who quit his job to set sail with his cat arrives to cheering fans in Hawaii after weekslong journey

Chicago Blackhawks
fromtime.com
3 weeks ago

Air Force Elite: Thunderbirds Dives Into the Intense Ups and Downs of Life As a High-Skilled Pilot

The documentary 'Air Force Elite: Thunderbirds' showcases the dedication of elite pilots and aims to inspire viewers.
#mental-health
MMA
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Georgia O'Connor, beloved and unbeaten British boxer, dies at 25

Georgia O'Connor, an undefeated boxer, passed away at 25, leaving a profound impact on the boxing community.
MMA
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Georgia O'Connor, beloved and unbeaten British boxer, dies at 25

Georgia O'Connor, an undefeated boxer, passed away at 25, leaving a profound impact on the boxing community.
#commencement-speech
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago
Education

Kermit the Frog delivers inspiring commencement remarks to University of Maryland graduates: 'Stay connected to your dreams'

fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago
Education

Kermit the Frog delivers inspiring commencement remarks to University of Maryland graduates: 'Stay connected to your dreams'

Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 weeks ago

Without a blueprint: How two Haitian-American judges from Brooklyn built their own path

Judges Dweynie Paul and Betsey Jean-Jacques' journeys to the bench started from childhood experiences in courtrooms, shaping their future aspirations in law.
#women-in-sports
#disability
Bicycling
fromCN Traveller
1 month ago

Trailblazer: Meet the Disabled rider rewriting the rules of mountain biking

Adaptive mountain biking can profoundly change lives after devastating injuries, allowing individuals to rediscover their passions.
Bicycling
fromCN Traveller
1 month ago

Trailblazer: Meet the Disabled rider rewriting the rules of mountain biking

Adaptive mountain biking can profoundly change lives after devastating injuries, allowing individuals to rediscover their passions.
Retirement
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

Long Island nun - the world's oldest at 112 - shares four words of advice after a lifetime of service

Sister Francis Dominici Piscatella shares her secrets to longevity: teaching, helping others, and living with purpose.
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
3 weeks ago

Everything You Need to Know About 'American Idol' 2025 Winner Jamal Roberts | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Jamal Roberts, a rising star from Meridian, Mississippi, showcased his powerful vocals and stage presence to win American Idol 2025, inspiring millions.
Miscellaneous
#architecture
Everyday cooking
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

I got fired while in cancer treatment. I thought it was a death sentence, but it led me to my dream job.

Alex George transformed her life from journalism to baking after being diagnosed with cancer, emphasizing the importance of pursuing one's passion.
fromCreative Bloq
1 month ago

Why we're looking forward to Birmingham Design Festival 2025

The speakers have been chosen specifically for the influential, inspiring and playful nature of their work and will all speak on the conference's 2025 theme, play.
Graphic design
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

Orpington running club supports amazing' young man left paralysed in freak fall

Harry is the most amazing, amazing human being. Through all this adversity, he doesn't complain. He's just positive. I have to say I've never met anyone like him.
Fundraising
Boston Celtics
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Athletes to orators: Best graduation speeches by sports figures

Graduation speeches by athletes offer motivation and insight, emphasizing personal growth and resilience.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Officer takes in homeless teen. Years later, he pins a police badge on him.

Bello, a homeless teenager, found stability and mentorship through Andy McIlveen, ultimately inspiring his journey to becoming a police officer.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
1 month ago

Bay Point director Mejia's first feature film, Muse,' released in Orinda

Making a film can be incredibly challenging, especially when balancing a full-time job like ironworking. However, the passion and dedication to storytelling can push one through.
Film
Bicycling
fromCyclingnews
1 month ago

'I'm still believing' - Egan Bernal continues to pursue dream of a third Grand Tour victory at Giro d'Italia

Egan Bernal emphasizes the importance of inspiring future Colombian cyclists while aiming to win another Grand Tour.
NYC startup
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

The CEO of Anastasia Beverly Hills says she had to beg for a $500 credit card before she could start her beauty empire

Anastasia Soare's journey to success began with a $500 credit card and her pursuit of the American dream.
Renovation
fromHomebuilding
1 month ago

'I finally sleep through the night': Paralysed man wins back dignity thanks to volunteer builders

A Paralysed man received a free home extension from volunteers, drastically improving his living conditions and quality of life.
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Put Yourself in the Picture: Climate Speaker Panel (Alameda)

The intimate speakers panel will provide an opportunity for six local climate leaders to share their experiences and expertise, inspiring attendees to get involved with the climate movement.
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