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October 4, 2023

COVID-19

The coronavirus pandemic shook the world to its core. As the world makes slow strides to normalcy, we’re sharing the inspiring stories of survivors, health wins, and communities coming together in times of need.

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TRAVEL

3 Things to Know Before Your Flight

EVERYDAY HEROES

Barbie debuts doll in likeness of British COVID-19 vaccine developer

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COVID-19

“I was reborn aged 102,” – Russian WW2 veteran beats COVID-19 after week in ICU

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HEALTH

UNICEF Canada launches #GiveAVax matching fund to encourage Canadians to donate to Global vaccination efforts

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LGBTQ+

As Pride Month kicks off, New York lesbian bars emerge from pandemic woes

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COVID-19

How to nail the socially distanced cookout this summer

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HEALTH

Rome homeless get free COVID-19 shots – and a visit from the Pope

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COVID-19

Planet Earth its quietest in decades as lockdowns reduce seismic noise

HEALTH

Raising the curtain again: London theatres prepare to re-open a year on

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EVERYDAY HEROES

Meeting the ‘anonymous nurse’ on a UK COVID-19 ward

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EVERYDAY HEROES

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CELEBRITIES

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CORPORATE HEROES

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HUMAN RIGHTS

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CLIMATE CHANGE

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It’s Egg O’Clock Somewhere!

PETS & ANIMALS

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HEALTH

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INDIGENOUS

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WOMEN'S RIGHTS

She’s Literally Plastic!’ Greta Gerwig Hopes Her ‘Barbie’ Film Will Subvert Sexist Stereotypes