Category - Appreciation

Appreciation • Movies • Music

Remembering the inspirational singer and actor Irene Cara

November 29, 2022

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by Anjola Fashawe

LONDON – Irene Cara, a trailblazing American singer, songwriter and actress known for her title...

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Remembering Lois Carter, whose U.S. Supreme Court case gave me a...

November 7, 2022

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by McKenzie Andersen

Albany, Oregon, U.S.A. – Lois Carter, a plaintiff in a landmark U.S. Supreme Court disability...

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Queen Elizabeth’s legacy endures in the communal bonds...

September 9, 2022

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by Sam Cohen

LONDON – At the gates of Buckingham Palace, a Syrian refugee held a bouquet of flowers above his...

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United Kingdom mourns Queen Elizabeth II

September 9, 2022

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by Elise Ando

Colchester, Essex, UK – Queen Elizabeth’s influence stretched over the vast corners of the world...

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Despite our own history with monarchy, Czech people loved Queen...

September 9, 2022

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by Renata Pernegrová

Hořovice, CZECH REPUBLIC – The Czech Republic has a bad experience with monarchy. For more...

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Queen Elizabeth was powerful, eloquent – and human

September 9, 2022

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by Christine Marinho

HOUSTON – As I entered my AP U.S. History class yesterday, my adolescent brain was already clouded...

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Queen Elizabeth left an indelible legacy

September 8, 2022

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by Nargis Babar

STOCKHOLM – Today’s death of Queen Elizabeth II sent shock waves across the world. Throughout...

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Slain journalist held her pen in determined hands

May 11, 2022

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by Salma Amrou

“I chose journalism to be close to the people. It might not be easy to change the reality, but at...

Youth Journalism International

19 hours ago

Everett Hyland, former radioman 3rd class, enlisted in the U.S. Navy in November of 1940. Hyland was serving on the U.S.S. Pennsylvania the morning of the attack.“I wasn’t sightseeing,” Hyland said. “We had a job to do.”Hyland was severely wounded in the attack. He was nearly killed when a Japanese bomb exploded near his battle station. ... See MoreSee Less

Harboring Memories Of 'Day Of Infamy' - Youth Journalism International

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PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii, USA — Each generation has its defining moment, that one day in history where something so memorable happened that one remembers where he or she was when he or she heard about i...

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Youth Journalism International

7 days ago

On Rosa Parks Day, take a look at several stories from the YJI archive about the Civil Rights champion whose courage and commitment made her an American hero. Here are a few links:"When Rosa Parks refused to give up her bus seat she symbolized America , and what it stands for, in the simplest way."She knew that everyone was created equal, and she knew that she had rights, and she exercised them, and would influence the world forever."youthjournalism.org/rosa-parks-changed-world/"We all have the potential to change the world, whether it�s by mowing a neighbor’s lawn or catalyzing a national civil rights movement."We are all Rosa Parks. We all leave our marks on someone’s history with our acts."youthjournalism.org/we-are-all-rosa-parks/"We are proud to live in the city that this great woman called home. We are proud because she didn’t see the city the way most people do, as a dark and ruinous place where people get mugged on a daily basis. Detroit was her home, and we are proud to call it our home, too."youthjournalism.org/her-legacy-makes-the-motor-city-proud/ ... See MoreSee Less

Her legacy makes the Motor City proud - Youth Journalism International

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DETROIT, Michigan, U.S.A. — As Detroit prepared for Super Bowl XL, an ominous dark cloud appeared over the city. There was a moment of silence, and then everyone burst into action. The city moved fa...

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Youth Journalism International

1 week ago

Thanks to supporter John Collins for setting up this fundraiser for Giving Tuesday! If you can contribute, please do! <3 😎 ... See MoreSee Less

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Youth Journalism International

1 week ago

If you are considering making a donation this Giving Tuesday, please consider making an impact with a gift to Youth Journalism International, an organization that empowers young people worldwide. ... See MoreSee Less

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Youth Journalism International

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We just finished publishing all of the stories and photographs from our students who attended the amazing global conference YJI held in Istanbul last summer.They did a lot.Their pieces cover everything from going to a spa to how the gathering empowered and inspired them.We urge you to read their work and see why this little charity is so committed to the worldwide family it has created since 1994. ... See MoreSee Less

Forming strong friendships was the best part of YJI's Global Conference - Youth Journalism International

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YJI’s Istanbul Adventure is a collection of news stories, travel writing, illustrations, personal commentary and lots of photos that document Youth Journalism International’s first Global Conferen...

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