Art is uplifting, which is particularly important given the fear and chaos brought about by the coronavirus pandemic. Thousands are stepping up to help others get through the crisis, and one girl in particular, is being hailed a hero. Chelsea Phaire, a 10-year-old from Danbury, Connecticut, has been using charitable donations to send more than… Read More »
Jayla Hardimon, 24, is a single mom with a thirst for adventure. Two years ago, she was juggling college classes, a job as a cashier at McDonald’s, and life as a mother to a toddler with the help of her mother and sister. She was stretched thin, and thought, “’I can’t keep waking up, going… Read More »
A social media influencer is under fire after mocking a man on a date who couldn’t afford a menu item at a Chili’s restaurant last month. In the TikTok posted on Jan. 16, the user — identified by commenters as Messie Cee — shows a couple sitting at the bar while he sits with a… Read More »
Somewhere between virtual school and homework, a group of teens in New York City is finding time to fight for equality in their school system. They’re members of Teens Take Charge, a student-led organization that advocates for fair education in New York City. “It’s a tale of two cities. Those who have, and those who… Read More »
Despite being homeless multiple times, this Florida teenager managed to graduate at the top of his class at Philip Randolph Career Academy in Jacksonville. He now plans to attend Valdosta State Univ in Georgia this fall. Excelling in academics is not easy, especially for someone who’s going through major life hurdles. That’s exactly what Martin… Read More »
Due to the ongoing global health and financial crisis, mass gatherings have been cancelled to discourage the spread of coronavirus. Family celebrations, concerts, religious gatherings, and other mass events, including graduations, were universally canceled. Proms were not exempt, but one 7-year-old found a way to celebrate the milestone with a babysitter who missed her prom… Read More »
Years of hard work finally paid off for this mother-daughter duo who just made history for graduating medical school at the same time and matching at the same hospital. Dr. Cynthia Kudji and her daughter, Dr. Jasmine Kudji, were delightfully surprised during Match Day last month, after learning that they will both be working at… Read More »
Osmond Nicholas was 26 years old and was working as a police officer in Oceanside, California when he began experiencing terrible headaches that would last the whole day. As the headaches persisted, Osmond soon slept for up to 16 hours a day. He consulted doctors, and they told him it was likely due to fatigue… Read More »
Dorothy Jean Tillman II is just like your average 14-year-old in many ways. She loves dancing, using TikTok, and hanging out with her friends. But on paper, you’ll find that she’s actually quite extraordinary. In fact, this teenager’s latest feat is earning a master’s degree! The teenage prodigy, nicknamed DJ (as in Dorothy Jeanius) by… Read More »
This graduating senior from Mount Vernon, Washington, has a lot to celebrate. Aside from graduating at the top of her class, she’s also leaving high school with a spotless attendance record her entire education. Ashanti Palmer was declared the valedictorian of her senior class at Nellie A. Thornton High School and the Performing & Visual… Read More »