Rocky Balboa isn’t the only champion to come out of Philly
"I've learned how to love myself, No matter what life throws at me." 12/16/19
He Overcame Blindness and Cancer to Become a Powerlifting Champion
Rocky Balboa isn't the only champion to come out of Philly. Meet Charles King. The 69-year-old is winning medals at powerlifting competitions around the world, but his journey getting there has not been easy. The Army veteran lost his sight when he was 39, and faced battles with drug addiction, cancer and diabetes. Then, he discovered powerlifting at the age of 60. It changed everything.
How a 14-Year-Old Is Fighting Food Insecurity With Cupcakes
Michael Platt had to give up a lot of his favorite activities after he was diagnosed with epilepsy, but he found another hobby that he loved—baking cupcakes. Three years ago, when he was just 11, Michael turned his passion into Michaels Desserts. For every cupcake he sells, Michael donates one to someone who can't afford to treat themselves.
The house where Ludwig van Beethoven was born in 1770 still stands in the center of Bonn, Germany. Today, it's Beethoven-Haus, a museum and cultural institution celebrating the life and work of the composer and pianist. Beethoven's legacy is celebrated throughout Bonn. In honor of the composer's 250th birthday, we took a tour of Beethoven City, stopping by cultural landmarks like the Beethoven Monument.
This Great Big Story was made possible by the German National Tourist Board and BTHVN2020.
For Black Military Servicewomen, A Friend On The Outside
In 2018, the U.S. Air Force lifted a restriction that previously banned servicewomen from wearing locs. The revision followed a wave of similar policy changes throughout the armed services, allowing military servicewomen the freedom to express themselves more fully. Like hundreds before her, Emoni trusts stylist Davette Mabrie (and her decades of experience) to keep her beautifully styled and adherent to uniform requirements.
Whether you're seeking a unique gift for a white elephant exchange, or a fun and surprising stocking stuffer, here are 16 gift ideas inspired by the extraordinary origins of ordinary things.
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