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May 31, 2023

Man Wins $100K in Lottery and Pledges to Build Classrooms in Mali

What would you do if you won the lottery? For one North Carolina man, the answer is simple—he would help others by supporting education. Meet Souleymane Sana, a 39-year-old dance instructor in North Carolina who originally emigrated from Mali, a war-torn country in West Africa. Hoping to help the kids from his native country, he purchased a scratch-off ticket. Fortunately, luck was on his side, and he won $100,000.

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May 17, 2023

Robert Irwin Shares the Joys of “Uncle Life” Alongside Niece in Adorable Selfie

For many, one of life's greatest joys is being an uncle or aunt. You can be playful and insightful like a friend, spoil them with gifts and experiences, you're wise enough to revel in seeing a little person grow up (and at the end of the day you can return the tot to their parents). This seems to summarize the great time Robert Irwin has been having as an uncle to his niece, Grace Warrior.

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May 11, 2023

Struggling London Marathon Runner Gets Help From Fellow Athletes To Finish the Race

Training for a marathon is one of the most physically demanding activities you can willingly put yourself through. And when race day finally comes—after months of training and hours spent pounding the pavement—you want to finish the race strong. But sometimes, that just doesn’t happen. A runner at the 2023 London Marathon experienced this as he worked his way towards the end of the race.

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May 4, 2023

Inspiring 84-Year-Old Is Working Towards Her GED After Her Husband Passed Away

It's never too late to go back to school. Depending on personal circumstances, some people find themselves returning to the classroom in their older years to finally achieve their dreams. Such is the case for North Carolina resident Shirley Jones. After her husband passed away, she took initiative of her life and enrolled in Pitt Community College. Now, at the age of 84, she is working towards earning her GED.

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