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By Kathy Ehrich Dowd | Fri Nov 6, 2009 2:00 PM ET

In the wake of tragedy, two female heroes emerge. Read More

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By Katherine Gustafson | Fri Nov 6, 2009 10:36 AM ET

This Thanksgiving, help the needy and get a chance at stardom by submitting your video about fighting hunger to YouTube Video Volunteers. Read More

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By Katherine Gustafson | Thu Nov 5, 2009 12:06 PM ET

Nothing says holiday charitable giving like refrigerator trucks. Read More

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By Kathy Ehrich Dowd | Wed Nov 4, 2009 1:55 PM ET

A canine-loving pastor introduces a dog-centric church service — and it's a hit. Read More

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By Katherine Gustafson | Tue Nov 3, 2009 2:00 PM ET

The first lady poses in a great red dress on the cover of Glamour Magazine's Women of the Year issue, which honors her for her dedication to mentoring kids. Read More

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By Kathy Ehrich Dowd | Tue Nov 3, 2009 1:22 PM ET

Zoe Koplowitz battles multiple sclerosis and diabetes, but that didn't stop her from finishing the NYC Marathon Monday — in last place. Read More

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By Sarah Parsons | Sun Nov 1, 2009 1:17 PM ET

President Obama hosts a Halloween event for local children. Read More

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By Kathy Ehrich Dowd | Sun Nov 1, 2009 1:02 PM ET

Ilya the manatee was rescued this week after wandering far from home and up to the Garden State. Read More

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By Kathy Ehrich Dowd | Fri Oct 30, 2009 4:55 PM ET

Kids donate their extra Halloween candy to the troops and score a little money in the process. Read More

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By Kathy Ehrich Dowd | Fri Oct 30, 2009 4:49 PM ET

A popular Massachusetts teen succumbs to ovarian cancer, but teaches us all how to get the most out of life while we can. Read More

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