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We told their stories in 2025. Here’s what happened after we published.

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The article revisits stories of individuals impacted by significant events, from personal tragedies to unique projects. It highlights Kallen Beyer's struggle after losing his mother and sister, Tiffany Flemming's shift to self-focus, Mariann Budde's advocacy, Jesus Rodríguez's relocation, Hector Biaggi's panda statue quest, Badar Khan Suri's legal battle, the White House Peace Vigil's challenges, and the growth of Offline Inc.

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