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Couple that won $155M lottery prize gives half to charity. They were inspired by Dolly Parton — Sep 8, 2026

Derek Foss Most folks would keep every penny, so this couple stands out for actually sharing the winnings.

Blandina Endures Torture in Lyon AmphitheaterGood News — FROM 177Slave girl outlasts repeated torments and inspires others.

Dietrich Bonhoeffer's Letters from Prison Inspire ResistanceGood News — FROM 1943Theologian writes letters on costly grace while imprisoned for opposing Nazis.

Five Rock Hits Drew From Unexpected Personal Inspirations — Sep 10, 2026The five articles trace the enduring legacies of classic songs from the 1960s and 1970s, highlighting personal inspirations and breakout chart success: Shannon by Henry Gross was shaped by a meeting with Carl Wilson over a shared dog and completed quickly after grounding himself with ocean sounds, Winchester Cathedral by The New Vaudeville Band rode a calendar image to a UK top five and a Grammy win, For a Dancer by Jackson Browne emerged from personal loss, Hang On Sloopy by The McCoys became a defining garage-rock hit, and Baby, I Love Your Way by Peter Frampton gained massive popularity after the live Frampton Comes Alive! performance. Together, the pieces emphasize how intimate experiences and live-recorded moments helped these songs achieve lasting cultural resonance.

Shanna Moakler Regrets Travis Barker Documentary Participation — Sep 11, 2026Shanna Moakler says she regrets participating in ex-husband Travis Barker’s Hulu documentary, believing she wouldn’t be portrayed fairly, a stance she shared during interviews ahead of her upcoming memoir Blink of an Eye. The posts reiterate that she and Barker were married from 2004 to 2008 and share two children, with Moakler aiming to inspire other women through her experiences with trauma and public scrutiny.

Dana Whitfield Her memoir sounds like the better way to share what really happened without someone else's editing.

Children’s Series Follows Cuban Girl’s First U.S. School and Snow — Sep 11, 2026Author Lourdes Fasani releases the Luli children's book series inspired by a young Cuban immigrant navigating life in America, exploring family, cultural identity, belonging, and resilience for young readers. The stories trace Luli’s experiences—adjusting to a new school, Thanksgiving, a first snowfall, and other milestones—emphasizing compassion and cultural appreciation.

Sam Okafor I remember my first snowfall too and this series captures that excitement well for young readers.

Afghan Woman Deported After First Alien Terrorist Court Case — Sep 11, 2026Nazira Haji Zada, an Afghan woman linked to an ISIS-inspired plot, was deported after the Justice Department used the long-dormant Alien Terrorist Removal Court for the first time. Officials call the outcome a national-security victory, while defense counsel warn that the court’s proceedings threaten due process and constitutional rights.

Priya Raman Sending her back to Afghanistan after the deportation order could just move the problem elsewhere.

Mandel’s 'Exit Party' Expands Dystopian MandelverseEntertainment — 6dEmily St. John Mandel's Exit Party is a 2031 post-civil-war dystopian novel that splits between parallel versions of the United States and follows Ari Waker amid Mandelverse connections to her earlier works, highlighting a blend of crime and sci-fi and themes of surveillance and political fracture. Across interviews and profiles, outlets emphasize how current political anxieties inspired the book, Mandel's plans for adapting Exit Party for screen, and the cohesive universe linking her acclaimed novels.

‘Big Prayers’ Singer Drew Baldridge Shares How His Faith Inspired Him to Give BackReporting — Sep 12, 2023Country singer Drew Baldridge opened up about his faith and how it inspired him to help a family. In an interview with Fox News Digital, Baldridge, 31, spoke about the inspiration behind his song “Big Prayers” and how…

Five Enduring Songs Span Generations — 5dAcross five profiles, the stories behind enduring songs reveal how personal upheaval and real-life episodes fuel iconic music: Dancing in the Moonlight grew from a violent St. Croix assault that inspired Sherman Kelly to write a hopeful anthem; Wasted Days and Wasted Nights emerged after Freddy Fender’s legal troubles delayed its release; These Days, Browne’s youthful ballad, has endured as a powerful reflection on youth and regret; Moonlight Feels Right became Starbuck’s breakthrough with its distinctive marimba-driven sound; and Alice’s Restaurant Massacred was born from Guthrie’s Thanksgiving littering arrest, a satire that shaped his anti-war-era classic.

Country Songs Penned by Helicopter Pilot and 13-Year-Old Became Chart Hits — Sep 12, 2026A set of origin stories highlights how iconic songs and careers were shaped by quick inspiration, youthful breakthroughs, and unlikely paths—from Loretta Lynn writing You Ain’t Woman Enough in 10 minutes after a backstage confrontation, to Tanya Tucker recording The Jamestown Ferry at 13, and Barry White turning a country tune into a soul classic with You’re The First, The Last, My Everything. The articles also recount Kris Kristofferson’s Me and Bobby McGee written during Gulf of Mexico helicopter work, and Tucker’s hit Love’s the Answer marking an early peak in a long, Hall of Fame career.

Rachel Meyers Kris writing Me and Bobby McGee between helicopter flights is the kind of detail that makes you appreciate how songs really get made.

Tennessee's Arion Carter pledges $427 per tackle for cancer fund — Sep 8, 2026Arion Carter is turning a one-game NCAA suspension into a charity effort, pledging $427 per tackle (plus bonuses for sacks, interceptions/forced fumbles, and defensive touchdowns) to cancer-related causes via his mother’s GIRLS nonprofit, inspired by his girlfriend’s battle with breast cancer. He returns to help Tennessee against Georgia Tech, with coach Josh Heupel praising his character and commitment to community.

Jamie Lisa Forbes Spotlights Four Novels on Western Ambition and Resilience — Sep 11, 2026Award-winning author Jamie Lisa Forbes debuts four American fiction works—Sunny Gale, Unbroken, The Widow Smalls and Other Stories, and EDEN—centered on ambitious, hardship-tested lives across the American West and South, with Sunny Gale tracing a woman’s reinvention as a rodeo star inspired by overlooked female rodeo histories. The author’s background ranching near Laramie and later legal practice in North Carolina informs deeply drawn characters as the books explore resilience, family, and justice amid evolving gender roles.

Marcus Bell The mix of ranch life and legal work probably adds depth to how these stories handle family and justice across regions.

Australian Journalist Speaks Out About Her ‘Living Hell’ After Getting COVID VaccineReporting — Dec 24, 2022An Australian journalist inspired by another woman’s announcement has publicly stated that she experienced health problems that she said were linked to the COVID vaccine. “Inspired by ⁦@drkerrynphelps today I want to…

Mandy Moore Speaks at Campaign Stop for Pete Buttigieg: He Is ‘so Inspiring’Reporting — Jan 14, 2020Actress and singer-songwriter Mandy Moore dipped her toes into politics, attending a campaign stop for one of the 2020 Democratic presidential hopefuls. The candidate that inspired her to do so: Pete Buttigieg . “Our…

Florida’s Anti-‘Grooming’ Law Inspires More Than a Dozen More States to Begin Forming Their OwnReporting — Apr 11, 2022Florida seems to be something of a trailblazer in terms of inspiring other states to consider legislation limiting conversations in classrooms about sexual orientation and gender identity. Last month, Florida Gov. Ron…

Former NFL Player Calls Trump the ‘First Black President’: ‘You Inspire Me’Reporting — Feb 29, 2020President Donald Trump received praise from former National Football League (NFL) safety Jack Brewer, as he shared with the president how he “inspires” him. During a White House roundtable discussion on Wednesday for…

Rams Unveil Two Throwback-Inspired Uniforms for 2026Sports — Jul 23, 2026The Los Angeles Rams unveiled two new alternate uniforms for the 2026 season: the Classic Sol gold jersey with white pants inspired by the 1951 championship, and the Fearsome White white-and-royal kit paying homage to the Fearsome Foursome era. The team outlined how these looks will be worn on specific 2026 games and noted ongoing throwback-inspired elements across their wardrobe.

Trump Reveals Biden Left Him ‘Inspirational’ Message In ‘Very Nice’ Letter — Jan 22, 2025President Donald Trump has said the letter left for him in the Resolute Desk inside the Oval Office from former President Joe Biden was an “inspirational” message and “very nice.” According to Fox News , reporters asked…

Miracles and Mysteries: For KING + COUNTRY Singer Joel Smallbone’s Powerful Mission to Inspire — Oct 11, 2024For KING + COUNTRY is undoubtedly one of the most popular inspirational bands of the modern era, with lead singers — and brothers — Joel and Luke Smallbone entertaining the masses through music, movies, and live tour…

Mary Kay Letourneau’s Widower Upset Over Movie Inspired by Their Sordid RelationshipReporting — Jan 5, 2024Vili Fualaau, widower of convicted child rapist Mary Kay Letourneau , does not approve of a recently released movie inspired by their sordid relationship. According to The Hollywood Reporter , Fualaau, 40, slammed the…

Michael Oher, Who Inspired ‘The Blind Side,’ Sues Tuohy Family That Took Him InReporting — Aug 15, 2023Retired NFL star Michael Oher is suing the family that inspired the film “The Blind Side.” According to ESPN , Oher was never adopted by the Tuohy family but was allegedly tricked into entering a conservatorship. The…

MrBeast and Rockefeller Foundation Launch Unlikely Effort to Inspire Global Youth — Nov 24, 2025Jimmy Donaldson, better known as MrBeast, is joining forces with one of America’s oldest philanthropic institutions to inspire young people to take action on global challenges. According to The Associated Press , Beast…

Louisiana Pastor Praises Library Event Inspired By Kirk CameronReporting — Aug 3, 2023A pastor based in Louisiana praised actor Kirk Cameron and his publisher, Brave Books, for inspiring the upcoming national “ See You at the Library ” day. Dr. Brad Jurkovich, senior pastor of First Baptist Church…