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While serving time in Sing Sing Correctional Facility, a maximum-security prison in upstate New York, for a crime he didn’t commit, John “Divine G” Whitfield had what he describes as a “spiritual epiphany” from God: Create a transformative experience for his fellow inmates that would prepare them for a life beyond the prison walls. Divine…

Living a long and fulfilling life is something many people aspire to, and for 106-year-old Hulda Erdman, the key to her longevity is both profound and simple. Erdman attributes her extended years to her unwavering faith in “My Lord.” Her story is a testament to the power of faith, community, and a positive mindset. Erdman,…

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At 21 years old, Brooke Huckaby has made history as the youngest woman mayor in U.S. history, taking office in the small town of Arabi, Georgia. Huckaby, a college student studying agriculture technology, was elected mayor of the town of about 500 people located 150 miles south of Atlanta. Huckaby also works part-time for the…

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Quincy Wilson, the 16-year-old track and field star from the U.S., announced on social media that he’s heading to the Olympics. By becoming a part of the 4×400-meter relay team, Wilson will be the youngest track athlete to represent the U.S. in the Games ever. Erriyon Knighton and Jim Ryun, both 17 years old, were…

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