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More than 50 young people in New Zealand will learn hands-on farming skills through a new government-backed programme connecting them with rural careers. The 13-month pilot offers training in everything from sheep shearing to forestry for youth aged 12 to 24.
A man who spent years in extremist groups told a royal commission how real friendships and love helped him realize he'd been sold "a load of lies." His story is now helping shape programs to prevent radicalization.
Major UK retailers are temporarily removing disposable barbecues from shelves to protect communities from wildfire risk during the summer heatwave. The voluntary action shows how businesses can respond quickly to environmental challenges.
A visually impaired musician from a remote Arunachal Pradesh village taught himself music through YouTube and landed on stage with rapper Raftaar. One viral Instagram reel changed everything for this self-taught artist who refused to let his circumstances define his future.
Saurya Mishra left his job at Philips to create surgical robots that Indian hospitals can actually afford. His company Articulus Surgical is making advanced surgery accessible to patients who couldn't afford days away from work.
Deep in India's Western Ghats, bioluminescent fungi turn decaying logs into natural light shows during monsoon season. Scientists are racing to protect these rare glowing ecosystems before climate change dims them forever.
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Thousands of households in Nelson Mandela Bay will receive electricity refunds after a court ordered the city to reverse tariff increases that secretly raised bills by 30%. The victory sends a message to municipalities nationwide about transparent billing.
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After Cherry High School recorded the lowest matric pass rate in South Africa's Western Cape in 2023, education expert Jonathan Jansen volunteered to help turn it around. His 22-month journey from chaos to hope shows how failing schools can be saved.
A groundbreaking survey of over 11,000 Nigerian voters reveals that people are willing to elect women, young people, and persons with disabilities. The real barrier isn't voter rejection but lack of candidates on the ballot.
A Nigerian hospital pharmacist turned one magazine article into a career transformation, becoming a trusted industry voice while excelling at his regular job. His journey shows how contributing to your profession creates opportunities no job title can provide.
For the first time in decades, Nigeria's male athletes matched their female teammates in gold medals at the Commonwealth Games. The breakthrough signals a major shift in Nigerian sports.
Vietnam just created a worldwide network connecting its AI experts to build the country's tech future. The initiative will bring together talent, mentorship, and innovation to solve real problems in healthcare, education, and beyond.
Vietnam is making green growth its national priority, positioning clean energy and sustainable industries as the path to becoming a high-income nation by 2045. The shift moves environmental protection from cost center to economic driver.
Solar power just smashed records in Great Britain, generating nearly 15% of the country's electricity in July and proving clean energy is officially mainstream. The surge comes as tens of thousands of households install rooftop panels to slash their energy bills.
British skiing and snowboarding athletes will continue receiving full funding through 2030 despite UK Sport bypassing their governing body. The decision follows Team GB's best Winter Olympics performance ever, with five medals including three golds.
A professional astronomer proved you don't need to spend hundreds of dollars to explore the universe. His Facebook Marketplace find delivered stunning views of planets and deep space for the price of a dinner out.
Scientists discovered hidden clues in 20-year-old Mars rover data proving water was far more widespread across the Red Planet than anyone thought. The finding brings us closer to understanding if Mars once supported life.
Spain is handing out two million pairs of certified safety glasses so everyone can safely watch a once-in-a-century total solar eclipse on August 12. The government and ONCE foundation are distributing them free at research centers, museums, and public outlets across the country.