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Devoted Vancouver Doctor Champions the Right to Die, Advocates for Patient-Directed End-of-Life Decisions

VANCOVUER, British Columbia — At the age of 72, Dr. Ellen Wiebe, a distinguished figure in medical services, spends half her time providing medical assistance in dying (MAID), a practice she considers the most rewarding work of her career. Wiebe, who also manages a contraception and medical abortion clinic, has become one of Canada’s most vocal and influential advocates for the right to die, navigating the complexities and controversies that come with this sensitive aspect …

Amidst Unresolved Tragedy, Columbus Mother Champions Her Daughter’s Legacy Through Community Empowerment

Columbus, Ohio — Nearly three years after her untimely death, the memory of 17-year-old Makenzi Ridley continues to spark a community movement against gun violence, driven by the relentless efforts of her grieving mother, Seneca Ridley. Despite time passing, justice remains elusive as the perpetrator of the shooting, which occurred in broad daylight at a local community center, has yet to be identified or charged. The city has come to know Makenzi’s story well, thanks …