In 2025, construction workers in Lörrach, Germany, discovered over 100 pieces of hidden Bible literature from the 1930s, revealing the courageous efforts of the Denz family who risked their lives to smuggle religious materials into Nazi Germany, enduring arrest and imprisonment while maintaining their faith.
Prince Harry reflects on the meaning of remembrance, emphasizing the importance of honoring those who serve and have served, recognizing their resilience, and advocating for lifelong support and respect for military families, especially amidst a fragile global peace.
A retired U.S. Air Force officer laments the decline of American moral authority, criticizing the country's militarism, imperial pursuits, and political leadership, and calls for citizens to reclaim their ideals and resist further escalation of wars, especially with China.
Gisèle Pelicot, who publicly testified at her mass-rape trial and waived her anonymity, has been awarded France's highest honor, the Legion of Honour, in recognition of her bravery and impact, with French President Emmanuel Macron praising her as an inspiring figure.
Daniel Craig has expressed admiration for Chappell Roan's courage in standing up to toxic fans, stating that her boldness inspires him to take on more daring roles beyond his James Bond days.
Pisces, June 2024 is a time to embrace change and step into the unknown with courage. Inspired by Brené Brown's wisdom, you are encouraged to overcome the fear of failure and welcome the support of the Goddesses of Love, who will bring peace, joy, and harmony into your life. Remember, you deserve to be loved just as you are. Your power crystal for this month is Tiger’s eye, to boost your courage.
The Full Moon in Leo on January 25, 2024, brings opportunities for change and courage for each zodiac sign. Aries should embrace new experiences, Taurus may assert their own authority, Gemini needs to communicate with care, Cancer should reevaluate expenses, and Leo is urged to release negative energy. Other signs are advised to share their accomplishments, address inflated egos, reassess job satisfaction, take a mental break, and make room for joy in their lives.
A mother made the difficult decision to move across the country, leaving her 21-year-old son behind, in pursuit of her own happiness and fulfillment. Despite initial challenges, her son's unwavering support and encouragement ultimately led to positive transformations for both of them, including career successes, personal growth, and finding love. The move to California proved to be the best decision for both of them, and they have thrived in their new environment.
Capricorn, it's time to face your fears and embrace courage and confidence as you wrap up Capricorn season. Take initiative in love and don't be subtle, as it's unlikely to yield magnificent results now. Show your demons who's the boss and inspire those around you with your fearlessness.
A young child has become an inspiration and hero after their brave actions in a recent incident. The article highlights the child's courage and applauds them for their bravery, making them a role model for others.
In this personal essay, former editorial-page editor of the New York Times, James Bennet, reflects on the challenges faced by the newspaper and the broader American news media. He discusses the controversy surrounding the publication of an op-ed by Senator Tom Cotton, which led to his own resignation. Bennet argues that the Times has shifted from liberal bias to illiberal bias, with a growing inclination to shut down debate rather than present diverse perspectives. He emphasizes the importance of courage in journalism, particularly in an era of polarization and social media, and calls for a return to the principles of open-mindedness, integrity, and truth-seeking to restore the credibility of American journalism.
A six-year-old girl in Miami, Ah'lyric, fought off an attempted abductor by biting him after he grabbed her arm in a stairway outside her family's apartment. The assailant, Leonardo Venegas, was later identified and arrested. Security footage captured the incident, including Venegas fleeing the scene in a white Range Rover. Venegas claimed he was looking for houses to buy in the area but was unable to provide a satisfactory explanation for his presence. He remains in jail without bond and is also being held by Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Ah'lyric's quick thinking and self-defense skills have drawn national attention, highlighting the importance of child safety and teaching children how to protect themselves.
A 13-year-old Michigan boy, Dillon Reeves, saved his classmates by taking control of their school bus when the driver passed out. Dillon credits not being distracted by a cell phone for his heroic act, while his classmates were. His father called it a "very powerful lesson." Dillon's actions were captured by the bus's security camera, and he has been praised by his school's superintendent and the Warren Police Department commissioner.
Splatoon 3's sixth Splatfest, featuring Power vs. Wisdom vs. Courage, has concluded with Team Power emerging as the clear winner, earning all of the points. At halftime, Team Power had a small lead, but the final results showed a total domination by Team Power, with Team Wisdom and Team Courage left with zero points. The Splatfest was a special Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom-themed event.
Ginger Lane, a Holocaust survivor, recalls how her Christian neighbors, Arthur and Paula Schmidt, hid her and her six siblings in their fruit orchard to avoid being deported to Auschwitz. After almost two years, they returned to Berlin in the back of Schmidt’s truck just two weeks before the end of the war. The family moved from one displaced persons camp to the next until they were finally able to secure passage to America. Ginger is now taking part in a campaign to preserve the stories of the Holocaust this Holocaust Remembrance Day.