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Chilean architect teaches locals to build sustainable homes

When fires tore through a poor area of Chile, residents were devastated. Now Carolina, a 28-year-old architect, is teaching them to rebuild efficient, sustainable homes that will last for a long time. (22.07.2014)  

Soccer mentor gives future stars plan B

Some of the young soccer stars Angelo trains in his spare time go on to become big stars in Germany. For Angelo, though, it's important that they learn to become more than football players. (15.07.2014)  

Afghan stitchery brings color to Germany, hope back home

Many of the women and children in Afghanistan lack the education to get good jobs and put enough food on the table. One German-Afghan student's plan to help is also making Germany's fashion more colorful. (08.07.2014)  

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