In some of the world’s most challenging legal systems, one lawyer is proving that justice can cross every border. A Lawyer Who Refuses to Give Up Some people see the law as a collection of rules. Kimberley Motley sees it as a powerful tool for protecting people who might otherwise have no voice. An American […]
“Small, consistent steps can lead to extraordinary change. It’s not about perfection – it’s about pushing through, even when the process feels hard.”
MINA GULI
Mina Guli’s 2,000-mile Colorado River challenge is turning global attention toward one of humanity’s most urgent challenges: water. She’s at it again – another unfathomable exploit. Mina Guli is running 2,000 miles (±3,218 km) down the entire Colorado River as part of her life’s quest to help solve one of the world’s most urgent issues: […]
Across history, immigrants have brought new perspectives, transformed societies, and sparked innovation. They have contributed to making the world a better place. These visionaries have defied borders and barriers to shape science, culture, justice, and other areas of human endeavor. The following men and women illustrate the transformative power of migration, a story not of […]
The surprising history behind the world’s favorite math holiday Every year on March 14, math lovers, scientists, teachers, and pie enthusiasts unite for one of the nerdiest, and tastiest, holidays on the calendar: Pi (π) Day. The date, written as 3/14, mirrors the first three digits of the mathematical constant pi, approximately 3.14. But the […]
The daring aviators who proved the sky was never the limit Every year on International Women’s Day (March 8), the world celebrates women who broke barriers and reshaped society. While many stories highlight political leaders, scientists, and activists, aviation history also owes much to a group of daring women who risked their lives in fragile […]
How America’s First Female Codebreaker Outwitted Criminals, Spies, and History Countless women throughout history have been overshadowed by gender biases, their achievements attributed to men or overlooked entirely. Elizebeth Smith Friedman (1892-1980) is one such extraordinary figure whose groundbreaking work in cryptology remained hidden for decades. Born in Indiana, Illinois (USA), Friedman displayed an early […]
Building Bridges to Justice, One Defender at a Time From the moment she looked across prison bars in Cambodia and locked eyes with a young, battered boy, Karen Tse knew her mission was greater than herself. That encounter – the boy had stolen a bicycle – and a later one with Vishna, a child born […]
Why Teachers Matter – for You, for Me, for the World Every October 5, the world pauses to honor a profession too often taken for granted: teaching. On World Teachers’ Day, we celebrate the heart and soul of education: the teachers who shape minds, spark curiosity, and guide generations toward excellence. At The Good Times, […]
In a world often focused on challenges, John Lee Cronin stands as a beacon of positivity and perseverance. Born with Down syndrome, John has turned his passion for colorful socks into a thriving business. It not only spreads happiness but also champions inclusivity and employment for people with differing abilities. A Dream in the Making […]
