Passionate Pioneers

Why It's A Huge Deal That The Philippines Elected Its First Trans Politician

It's a major victory for a country with a history of marginalizing its LGBT population.
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Haunting Photos From This Year's Courage In Photojournalism Award Winner

Adriane Ohanesian's images of conflict and crises are outstanding.
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One Of Obama's Legacies: A Park System That Looks Like All Of Us

"It's not just putting a marker on the site. It's really pointing to how we are beginning to more thoroughly acknowledge our history."
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This Perfect Artificial Wave Could Change Everything About Surfing

Even the pros are obsessed with this "freak of technology."
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Literal Food Bank Lets People Deposit, Withdraw Food As Needed

“The poor, unemployed and old can withdraw respectfully, without begging.”
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This Technology Could Keep Airports From Slaughtering Birds

Researchers say they've found an effective deterrent that doesn't harm the birds at all.
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Hundreds Of Dads Show Up To High-Five Students, Boost Morale Before Exams

"It's amazing how men will rally around a common cause and that morning it was about our children."
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Obama Says What We're All Thinking About Helen Mirren

100% accurate.
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Cops Protect Dove Nesting On Patrol Car In Sweetest Possible Way

"Our officers are human beings just like anyone else."
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Cops Enlist NBA Team To Get New Shoes For 7-Foot-Tall Homeless Man

The man, who has size 17 feet, is now the proud owner of shoes that were made for Roy Hibbert.
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