Hero

2024 - 7 - 22

Unveiling the Forgotten Heroes: A Tribute to Extraordinary Deeds

Anand Runwal - George Kastriot 'Scanderbeg' - Good Samaritans - GoPro Hero 13 Black - Pierre de Coubertin - Ultra Violette

Discover the untold stories of heroic figures and their astounding acts of kindness in the midst of challenges.

Pierre de Coubertin, often overlooked in modern discussions, left a monumental mark on history. George Hirthler sheds light on the colossal legacy of this forgotten hero, emphasizing the upcoming Paris 2024 event as a celebration of his vision and values. Meanwhile, in the realm of beauty and sun protection, Australia's Ultra Violette takes center stage with a dynamic relaunch of its hero product, a move poised to skyrocket growth through a strategic marketing campaign. On the other side of the globe, China showcases its own heroes – from the landslip savior to the delivery mercy man, heartwarming tales of Good Samaritans emerge, offering glimpses of humanity's brightest moments amidst adversity.

As we delve into these intriguing narratives, it becomes evident that heroism transcends borders and time, inspiring us to embrace compassion and selflessness. Each tale serves as a reminder of the power of small acts of kindness and the ripple effect they create across communities. These unsung heroes symbolize the resilience and unity that define the human spirit, echoing Pierre de Coubertin's belief in the transformative potential of individual actions. In a world often overshadowed by negativity, these stories shine as beacons of hope, urging us to channel our inner heroism for a brighter tomorrow.

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Pierre de Coubertin: The colossal legacy of a forgotten hero (Olympics)

George Hirthler, author and Executive Board member of the International Pierre de Coubertin Committee, considers how Paris 2024 will provide a stunning ...

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Aussie sunscreen queen relaunches hero product to boost growth (The Australian)

Australian sunscreen brand, Ultra Violette, is embarking on a “significant” marketing push to relaunch its hero product as it seeks to further accelerate ...

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China Good Samaritans – landslip hero, delivery mercy man, long ... (South China Morning Post)

The Post takes a look at a selection of Good Samaritan stories which have come out of China in recent days.

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GoPro Hero 13 Black: what we want to see (TechRadar)

News and leaks; GP3 processor; Sensor; GPS; Low-light performance; Battery life; Video; Screen; Outlook. The GoPro Hero 13 Black action camera ...

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Humble hero: The story of INL's Medal of Honor recipient (Idaho National Laboratory)

There's no way of knowing for sure, but there was probably no more reluctant a war hero than Sgt. David Bleak. A Medal of Honor recipient for heroism in the ...

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Safety probe into Sydney train death of hero dad, daughter (New Zealand Herald)

Platform screen doors or reverse slopes away from train tracks could have prevented the death of a father and his toddler daughter who died when a pram...

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Hero father who died trying to save twin daughters from oncoming ... (ABC News)

A childhood friend of Anand Runwal, who died while trying to save his twin daughters from an oncoming train at Carlton rail station, described him as a ...

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Hero father identified after Sydney train tragedy (The Sydney Morning Herald)

The family had recently posted photos of their Australian adventures on social media after moving from India to Sydney for work.

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'Hero dad' killed trying to save his twins from train tracks named (9News)

The father who died trying to save his twin girls after their pram rolled onto train tracks in Sydney has ...

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HOMETOWN HERO: 96-year-old volunteer helps feed the hungry in ... (WPEC)

For nearly 15 years, this week's 'Hometown Hero' has dedicated his time to helping those in need in his community.

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Who Is The Hero Who Drove A 2018 BMW M5 Nearly 200000 Miles ... (The Autopian)

What's cooler than a performance car? A performance car with crazy mileage, like this F90 BMW M5 with nearly 200000 on the clock.

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In Ancient Warrior's Footsteps: Albanian Villagers Help Reenact ... (Balkan Insight)

Actors and locals in the Zadrima region in northern Albania reenacted the marriage of Albania's medieval hero, George Kastriot 'Scanderbeg', in the grounds ...

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Hero father identified after Sydney train tragedy (Stuff.co.nz)

Anand Runwal and his wife, Poonam, with their twin daughters. Friends and community members rallied around Poonam Runwal after Sunday's tragedy. Read More from ...

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Hero dad killed trying to save twin toddlers from oncoming train ... (New York Post)

Anand Runwal, a 40-year-old Australian dad, was tragically killed when he lunged in front of an oncoming train in Sydney in a heroic effort to safe his ...

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This is Our Home: Check out this must-visit destination in Vermont's ... (WPTZ)

North Hero, Vermont, is a historic and natural wonderland nestled on the shores of Lake Champlain. Kevin White, the owner of Hero's Welcome General Store, ...

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Hero dad named after train station horror (NEWS.com.au)

A father who died trying to save his twin daughters from the tracks at a Sydney train station has been identified, as he is remembered for a heroic last ...

Tester-Backed Bill to Name Butte VA Clinic after Montana WWII Hero ... (Press Release | Majority News | Newsroom | United States Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs)

House passes Montana delegation's bipartisan bill to honor Montana veteran Charlie Dowd; Tester secured funds for state-of-the-art clinic that opened its d.

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Ushering in an Everyday Hero at the famous Chautauqua auditorium (Denver 7 Colorado News)

The grounds of the Colorado Chautauqua have more than 100 years of history on them. When visitors come, they can meet standout volunteer Regina Bock.

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Bipartisan bill to rename Butte VA after Montana WWII hero (NBC Montana)

The U.S. House of Represenatives passed a billThe U.S. House of Representatives today passed bipartisan legislation spearheaded by Senate Veterans' Affairs ...

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Napa Valley Vineyard Named an Energy for Everyone Hero (ACHR NEWS)

The Propane Education & Research Council's Energy for Everyone Hero Award recognizes the ways propane is contributing to enhanced efficiency, sustainability ...

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'It's a really amazing story. He's like a movie hero, travelling around ... (The Irish Times)

The 19th-century Irish composer William Vincent Wallace lived an extraordinary life. Lurline, his newly revived opera, is a reminder of his musical ...

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Budget 2024 | Hero MotoCorp shares surge after rural allocation ... (CNBCTV18)

While presenting her seventh Union Budget, FM Sitharaman announced rural allocation of ₹2.66 lakh crore.

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Melbourne cup hero Michelle Payne officially confirms retirement news (7NEWS.com.au)

'It was a tough decision to come to and obviously took a lot of time to decide on.'

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Nominate your hospital hero – trust launches Shropshire Star Public ... (shropshirestar.com)

Members of the public have the chance to nominate their hospital hero, as the Trust that runs Shropshire's acute hospitals gears up for its annual Trust ...

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Column/Perspective: French town honors a Brunswick war hero with ... (Brunswick News)

Brad Brown always knew the grandfather he had never known was a hero. He just didn't know the pilot killed in action during WWII was also a hero to an ...

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