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Two tiny bird sculptures carved from mammoth ivory 40,000 years ago have emerged from a German cave, revealing Ice Age artists who captured birds in remarkable detail. The thumbnail-sized figures show behaviors rarely seen in ancient art, suggesting early humans paid close attention to the natural world around them.
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A 14-year-old rodeo kid saved a stranger's life with the same rope he uses for roping cattle. Jory Thomas didn't hesitate when he saw someone floating helplessly down the Yellowstone River.
Australia just committed $90 million to host the 2027 and 2029 Rugby World Cups, with a bold plan to get 70% more women and girls playing the game. The funding will transform grassroots rugby across Australia and the Pacific for years to come.
A fossil that sat misidentified in an Oregon museum for decades turned out to be the most complete skeleton ever found of an ancient dog from 30 million years ago. The discovery is giving scientists new insights into how prehistoric canines lived before the Ice Age.
Scientists just figured out where mysterious "little red dots" spotted by the James Webb Space Telescope actually go as the universe ages. A spiral galaxy nicknamed "Saguaro" revealed these cosmic puzzle pieces might be temporary phases of hyperactive black holes that transform over billions of years.
A small Southeast Asian nation is leaping into clean energy with its first major solar and battery storage facility. The World Bank-backed project will help Timor-Leste cut costly diesel imports while powering homes and businesses with sunshine.
A beloved New Zealand furniture chain that collapsed in 2025 is getting a second chance at life. Two mystery entrepreneurs are bringing Smiths City back after the 107-year-old company fell into liquidation owing $25 million.
After devastating 2022 floods cost nearly $1 billion, Australian business leaders are championing an engineering solution that could reduce future flooding by over 2 meters. A landmark study shows water retention basins could protect thousands of homes and revive the region's economy.
After a global shortage triggered by attacks on a Qatari plant, Australia has successfully extracted helium for the first time since 2023. The breakthrough from South Australia's Yorke Peninsula could restore the nation's medical and technology supply within 18 months.
Australian cyclist Tara Neyland broke the women's C4 4,000m individual pursuit world record at the Commonwealth Games, powering her way into the gold medal race. Meanwhile, young runner Thomas Reynolds delivered a stunning come-from-behind victory in the 400m semifinal.
Mary Gray spent decades using mathematics, statistics, and law to combat discrimination and help nations heal from genocide. Her work proves that numbers can be a powerful tool for justice.
Researchers at Monash University developed a breakthrough technique that recovers 95% of lithium from mining waste while slashing water use. The innovation could help meet soaring electric vehicle demand without draining precious freshwater supplies.
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan blazed through her semifinal in a stunning 12.19 seconds to reach the Commonwealth Games 100m hurdles final. The former world champion now stands one race away from adding another major title to her impressive collection.
Young entrepreneurs across four West African nations can now compete for $5,000 grants to revolutionize how fresh fruits and vegetables reach dinner tables. The NourishNext Challenge targets innovators aged 18-35 who are tackling everything from food preservation to changing eating habits.
Companies switching to cloud infrastructure are discovering the same habits that shrink their budgets also dramatically reduce their environmental impact. Five simple practices are helping even small teams operate sustainably without hiring a single environmental expert.
The world's largest retailer slashed operational emissions by nearly a quarter since 2016, with innovative refrigeration tech and AI driving major wins. Despite missing some 2025 targets, Walmart's climate work shows how big companies can make real environmental progress.
Colorado's growing emissions trading program lets businesses turn pollution cuts into profit, creating a win-win for climate action and commerce. Companies that reduce greenhouse gases can now sell credits to others, making clean air pay.
A Brazilian court has ordered the government to recognize Indigenous land stolen after decades of massacres and forced displacement. The Kajkwakratxi-Tapayuna people will finally return home after fighting for their territory since the 1950s.