Mike Cantlay, chairman of VisitScotland, was delighted to see Brave beat strong competition from Wreck-it Ralph, Frankenweenie, ParaNorman and The Pirates!

BBC: Scene from Brave

There have, no doubt, been brave and incredibly strong-willed men and women who have resisted the most horrific tortures and given up nothing.

NPR: The Torture Debate Is Not Yet Over

"You need us to be strong and brave, " Jing Li said of her roommate, killed as she watched the marathon a week ago.

NPR: Boston Bomb Suspect Charged; Religious Motive Seen

You strong, brave women are in my thoughts and prayers.

CNN: To Amanda, Gina and Michelle, from a survivor

You are all heroes -- from the moms who keep their families together while your loved ones are serving overseas, to the grandparents who step in with much needed support, to the siblings and children who are strong and brave while mom or dad is away.

WHITEHOUSE: Mother's Day Tea at the White House

You are all heroes -- from the moms and dads who keep your families together while your loved ones are serving overseas, to the grandparents who step in with much needed support, to the children who are strong and brave while mom and dad are away.

WHITEHOUSE: Joining Forces to Support Military Families

Turkey's newly strong support for the Syrian opposition may be both brave and admirable, but the Turks should have urged reform and some dialogue between the opposition and the regime at an earlier stage (see article).

ECONOMIST: Turkish foreign policy

Gavin Henson is also a strong contender after returning from a hand injury with a brave and controlled showing for the Ospreys against Gloucester.

BBC: Williams makes shock Wales return

As a strong union supporter and life-long Democrat, I am all in favor of these brave legislators in their fight.

FORBES: Wisconsin Dem. Senators Officially Fugitives From The Law