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Today, we're raising a toast to the dynamic Liam Neeson on his birthday! Born in Northern Ireland in 1952, Neeson was initially a boxing champion before his charisma led him to the screen, all to impress a girl. The rest, as they say, is history.

With his towering presence and profound acting skills, Neeson went on to craft an illustrious career in Hollywood. His performances span from critically acclaimed roles such as Oskar Schindler in 'Schindler's List' and Michael Collins in the self-titled biopic, to more popular roles in 'Taken', 'Love Actually', 'Batman Begins', and 'Star Wars: Episode I', among others. These roles have not only etched his place in the annals of cinema but also won him hearts worldwide.

With that, let's jump to some positive news happening around the world! 👇

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Dolly Parton Gives Free Books to All Kids in Montana 📚

In a bid to bolster childhood literacy, Dolly Parton's Imagination Library has now become accessible in every county across Montana, promising a free book every month to children aged 5 or under. A triumph for collaboration, this endeavor comes to life with the concerted efforts of local, county, and state officials, and significantly, Montana's First Lady, Susan Gianforte.

The expansion underlines the words of Gianforte who emphasized, "Literacy is critical for our kids and their development," adding, "Working together, we'll make sure all our youngest kids have access to reading resources so they can dream, grow, and reach their full potential." Dolly Parton echoed this sentiment, expressing her excitement at the statewide launch and gratitude for the collaborative effort to extend this "amazing gift" to children and families throughout Montana.

2-Year-Old Journey’s Journey to All National Parks 🏞

Adventure-seekers Valerie and Eric Castillo are taking their 2-year-old daughter, Journey, on a remarkable quest to visit all 63 national parks in the United States. Even before Journey's birth, the San Antonio couple were avid hikers, continuing their outdoor pursuits until a week before the birth and resuming just two days later with a trip to Pikes Peak, Colorado.

So far, the young family has hit 50 national parks and plans to complete their itinerary by Journey's third birthday in September 2023. Chronicling their escapades on their website and Instagram, the Castillos share their unique lifestyle that involves sacrifices but ultimately rewards them with valuable life experiences.

"We realized we can get through anything," said Valerie, recalling a moment of resilience during a rainy hike in Olympic National Park. Not only are these expeditions a lesson in history, preservation, and climate change, they're also a confidence booster for young Journey, who already walks through airports with aplomb.

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Fantastic Finds 🔍

An act of love. A dad shaves his head for his daughter who is fighting cancer in a powerful act of love.

A massive thank you. Teachers show gratitude toward a high school senior who sent hundreds of thank you notes to 74 different teachers.

23K trees planted in a day. A Canadian man fights climate change by planting 23,000 trees in 24 hours.

🎥 Magic saves shelter dogs. A magician helps shelter dogs get adopted by performing magic tricks for thousands to see.

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Enjoy this baby bear having some fun in the water! 🐻

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