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September 6, 2024

Swedish Armed Forces Campaign Champions LGBTQ+ Inclusivity and Pride

In Sweden, every person between the ages of 16 and 70 is required to serve in the country’s defense forces. While many are conscripted into the military, the Swedish Armed Forces are committed to ensuring that no one feels intimidated by the prospect. When Sweden hosted EuroPride, the Armed Forces wanted to send a message that would resonate across Europe.

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June 3, 2024

Artists Build Ukraine’s Most Beautiful Landmarks With LEGO Bricks for Charity

LEGO bricks have long inspired architecture fans to recreate their favorite buildings from around the world. And while popular monuments such as the Eiffel Tower and the Statute of Liberty are more common among builders, there are more obscure jewels worth being celebrated. UNITED24, a charitable organization raising money in support of Ukraine, has teamed up with LEGO builders from four countries to create models of five iconic Ukrainian landmarks for a project titled #UKRAINEinLEGObricks.

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April 9, 2024

Inspiring Free Solo Climber’s Charity Provides Solar Power to Communities in Need

From scaling the seemingly insurmountable El Capitan overlooking the lush forest of Yosemite to climbing the 3,750-foot Ingmikortilaq in Greenland, rock climber Alex Honnold is no stranger to embracing and conquering elevated peaks in nature. Known for his free-solo style climbing—documented in the Oscar-winning documentary Free Solo—Honnold works to overcome physical and mental adversities that inevitably occur during climbs.

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December 7, 2023

Pamela Anderson Champions a No-Makeup Look in Her Red Carpet Appearances

The red carpet is often a space for celebrities to present utmost glamour. And while this usually means high couture, it is also expected for women to show up with a full face of makeup. Recently, Pamela Anderson decided to subvert this assumption, attending upscale events with a makeup-free look. In doing so, the 56-year-old actress sent an inspiring message to women from all walks of life.

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