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Once a year, Ursula Bannister climbs to High Rock Lookout, a viewpoint near Ashford, Wash., where she scattered her mother’s ashes 23 years ago. She brings flowers for her annual visit. Bannister, 79, usually hikes with a family member or friend along the 3.2 mile trail, which is a relatively difficult trek. This year, on Aug.…

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In an inspiring turn of events, the 2024 season of America’s Got Talent crowned its winner: Richard Goodall, the “singing janitor” from Indiana. With his humble demeanor and powerhouse voice, Goodall captured America’s hearts not only with his vocal talent but also with his story of faith, resilience, and redemption. Richard Goodall first caught the…

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In a heartwarming display of gratitude and kindness, the students of James Madison High School in Vienna, Virginia, came together to surprise their beloved custodian, Francis Apraku, with the gift of a lifetime—a brand-new Jeep Wrangler. Apraku, known for his infectious smile and positive attitude, has become a cherished figure at the school. “He’s more…

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In 2020, at the young age of 14, Brooklyn teenager Elijah John went to the dentist with a toothache that wouldn’t heal. His life would change, however, when that visit would lead to a diagnosis of acute myeloid leukemia, meaning he needed chemotherapy. “He was always healthy — it wasn’t something he was born with.…

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