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Tilly GreyAfter turning 50, Tilly Grey says something inside her clicked that led her to Habitat for Humanity. That eventually led her to Africa, an unbelievable experience she describes in her new book.
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Ian Stewart: Life on the LineIn Africa, journalist Ian Stewart wanted to share stories from the war, but he ended up becoming the story himself.
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Nelsen MandelaBorn: July 18, 1918
He's much of his life fighting apartheid, the racist system used by the former white government of South Africa to suppress the majority black population. -
Picture of the Day and Birthdays for July 17These days, tough guys in Africa don't have a big dog on a leash -- they have a spotted hyena or a baboon. Check it out in our pic of the day.
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Jimmy CarterBorn: Oct. 1, 1924
Best known as the boy from a rural farming town in Georgia who went on to become the 39th President of the United States. -
Stupid QuotesEven smart people say stupid things. But that doesn't mean we can't laugh about it. Check out and add to our growing collection of really stupid quotes.
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Ray ZahabRay Zahab used to be a smoker who lived an unhealthy life. After a few major life changes, he's on the other side of the spectrum, running marathons, raising awareness for important causes and living an adventurous life.
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Going Green EverydayEarth Day is just one day out of the year -- how can you help save the Earth the other 364 days of the week? Check out these inspirational stories to get motivated, and get moving!
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Picture of the Day and B'days for Sept. 27Today is Saturday, September 27th. Today's birthdays include actress Jayne Meadows who turns 88. On this day in 1954, The Tonight Show debuted hosted by Meadow's husband Steve Allen.
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That's Not HotPeople around the world are buzzing with the news that Paris Hilton's grandfather just made a massive cut to the celebrity's inheritance. And he's not alone! Find out how his drastic decision is in line with many baby boomers' financial plans.
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Never Too LateIf you ever think opportunity has passed you by, take a moment and look at this list. Here's proof the best is still ahead.