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A dragon boat team of breast cancer survivors in Austin went undefeated this year and is heading to France to compete against 240 teams from 25 countries. Their journey shows how community and physical challenge can help survivors reclaim their strength.
Brett Wilson beat cancer twice before age two and again later in life. Now at 53, she's helping families fight the hidden costs of cancer through her Pittsburgh nonprofit.
California's groundbreaking plastic reduction law is transforming how restaurants and food businesses operate, with full implementation coming by 2032. The state is leading the nation in tackling plastic pollution at its source.
Le'Ezra Brown matched the world under-20 record in the 110m hurdles at the World Athletics U20 Championships, clocking an electric 12.72 seconds. His performance sparked four national records in a single race that showcased the future of track and field.
Mirabel Ting captured her first professional golf title at the inaugural Smoky Mountain Championship, defeating Rachel Kuehn in a playoff. The breakthrough victory marks a career milestone for Ting on the Epson Tour.
Fred Richard made history in Phoenix, becoming only the second Black man to claim the U.S. men's gymnastics all-around title. The Olympic medalist's consistent performance across six events secured his first national championship crown.
The Stark County Bluecoats Drum and Bugle Corps just pulled off a perfect season, capping an undefeated run with a near-flawless world championship performance that earned one of only five scores of 99 in the sport's 54-year history. Their stunning victory in Indianapolis marks their third world title in a decade and cements their place among drum corps legends.
A British volunteer has dedicated six decades to protecting endangered birds, helping bring species like the cirl bunting back from the brink of extinction. His work shows how one person's sustained passion can create lasting change for wildlife.
SpaceX just launched its 92nd mission this year, sending 24 more satellites into orbit to bring high-speed internet to underserved communities worldwide. The reusable rocket booster completed its 16th flight, proving that sustainable space travel is now routine.
A simple blood test can now predict who will develop Alzheimer's disease up to a decade before symptoms appear. Combined with a new at-home treatment option, this breakthrough could transform care for patients across South Carolina and beyond.
A meteorite that punched through a New Jersey bedroom ceiling is giving scientists new clues about how space rocks delivered the ingredients for life to early Earth. The rare space visitor contains ancient salty chemistry and organic compounds never before seen in this type of meteorite.
Scientists created a platinum catalyst that lasts 25,000 hours and could help data centers generate their own clean power. The breakthrough tackles a growing problem: data centers may consume 9% of U.S. electricity by 2030.
A 19-year-old Kenyan runner came within a whisker of the world record, posting the second-fastest time ever in the 3000m at Oregon's Under-20 Championships. The evening also saw American and Polish athletes shatter championship records while Ethiopia dominated the steeplechase.
Morocco's women's soccer team secured their second-ever World Cup appearance with a thrilling 2-1 victory over South Africa in the Africa Cup quarterfinals. The win marks another milestone for a program that's rapidly becoming a force in African women's soccer.
Feed Evansville is calling on community members to help distribute groceries to local families this Sunday at the C.K. Newsome Community Center. Just a few hours of your time could help ensure dozens of families have food on their tables.
A Costa Rican astrophysicist discovered a previously unknown galaxy by analyzing publicly available James Webb Space Telescope data from his home computer. His find proves that groundbreaking space discoveries are no longer limited to those with access to billion-dollar observatories.
The Megginson family gathered for their 87th consecutive annual reunion in Murrayville, Illinois, with their oldest member turning 99. Four generations came together to share food, stories, and plans to preserve their family history for decades to come.
A sharp-eyed tow truck operator in New Zealand rescued a woman trapped in her overturned car after spotting a faint brake light flickering from a muddy ditch. Mike Small says paying attention to warning signs on familiar roads helped him notice what others might have missed.