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Today, we're celebrating the 42nd anniversary of an extraordinary milestone in human space exploration - the launch of NASA's first space shuttle, Columbia! On this day in 1981, Columbia soared into the skies, marking the beginning of a new era in space travel and technology.

As the first of its kind, Columbia was designed to orbit Earth, transport people and cargo to and from orbiting spacecraft, and glide gracefully to a runway landing on its return to Earth. This mission demonstrated the power of human innovation, determination, and our collective drive to explore the cosmos.

The spirit of collaboration and unity that fueled Columbia's mission reminds us of the incredible achievements we can accomplish when we come together for a common goal.

Alright… let’s get into some good news for today!👇

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Lowe's Employee Crafts Custom Parallel Bars for Boy with Cerebral Palsy 👷‍♂️

A family trip to a Lowe's hardware store in Pennsylvania led to a heartwarming encounter for the Getty family, whose son William was born with quadriplegic spastic cerebral palsy. Hoping to build parallel bars to help him learn to walk, the Gettys met employee Dave Urban, who went above and beyond by spending half an hour fitting and cutting PVC pipes to the family's specifications.

The parallel bars allowed William to practice walking forward, side to side, and pull himself up to stand. The gesture deeply touched both the family and Urban, who teared up during the process. This act of kindness created a life-changing moment for the Getty family, showcasing the power of empathy and compassion in everyday situations.

Mario is Back Like He Never Left 🍿

The animated Super Mario Bros Movie, filled with nostalgia from the beloved game series, has taken the world by storm, earning a whopping $377 million on its opening weekend. Despite mixed reviews from critics, families have flocked to watch the origin story of Mario and Luigi, bringing joy and entertainment during the Easter holidays.

Breaking records for video game adaptations and animated films, the film's success highlights the enduring love for the iconic Super Mario Brothers. With a wide audience reach and strong performances over the holiday weekend, the movie has rekindled fond memories of the classic video game and introduced the characters to a new generation of fans.

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In Other News 🗞

📈 Income inequality is lessening in America

In 2023, the US economy is experiencing slower growth, but there's some good news: income inequality is decreasing. The bottom half of earners saw a 4.5% growth in the last year, thanks to a tight job market pushing up wages for workers.

🐘 Banana-peeling elephant

Pang Pha, an Asian elephant at the Berlin Zoo, displays a unique talent for peeling bananas, preferring yellow-brown ones. Scientists suspect she developed this skill after observing her caretakers peel the fruit for her.

⛏ Finding a rare gold nugget worth $160K

An Australian man discovered a rare gold nugget worth approximately $160,000 using his metal detector in Victoria's "Golden Triangle." The 4.6 kg rock, containing 2.6 kg of gold, is the largest nugget seen by Lucky Strike Gold in their 43 years of industry experience.

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