Sports
August 2, 2024

“Table Tennis Grandma” Zhiying Zeng Makes Olympic Debut at 58 Years Old

Table tennis pro Zhiying Zeng has made her Olympic debut at the 2024 Paris Olympics following her remarkable return to table tennis at age 58. After moving to Latin America, having a son, and even retiring, she has finally fulfilled her dream of becoming an Olympian. Representing Chile, Zeng will be one of the eldest athletes competing at Olympic Games, alongside equestrians Jimenez Cobo, 65, and Steffen Peters, 59.

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Inspiring
August 2, 2024

Generous “Shoeshine Man” Donates $200K in Tips to Children’s Hospital Over 30 Years

The story of a humble shoe shiner named Albert Lexie proves that small acts of kindness can go a long way. He worked at the Children's Hospital of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center for over 30 years, where he polished the shoes of doctors, executives, and staff members in the building. Lexie charged between $2 and $5 per polish, earning him just $10,000 per year.

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Crafts
August 1, 2024

British Diver Tom Daley Reveals Sweater He Knit While at 2024 Paris Olympics

British diver and Olympic medalist Tom Daley isn’t just a pro at executing high-flying dives and midair somersaults; he’s also a talented knitter. Daley revealed his love for textiles after closing out the Tokyo 2020 Olympics with a handmade cardigan that commemorates the games. Fast forward to 2024, and the Olympian just revealed his new design for the Paris 2024 games.

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