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Four West African countries are backing young entrepreneurs with funding and mentorship to make nutritious food more accessible. The initiative targets startups already testing solutions to improve diets across a region where 60% work in food production.
A University of Alaska sophomore just shattered a world record that stood for nearly half a century at a competition celebrating Indigenous survival skills. Leif Richards walked over 15 feet on a grease-slicked pole, beating a mark set in 1981.
U.S. Latinos have built an economy bigger than Japan's, reaching $4.4 trillion in 2024 and outgrowing China for the first time. The numbers prove what this community has always known: they're not a burden, they're America's fastest growth engine.
A community-led fundraiser in British Columbia's Okanagan region has raised $584,000 to fund a cutting-edge DNA detection system that could stop invasive mussels before they devastate local lakes. The campaign surpassed its $475,000 goal thanks to Rotary clubs, local governments, and individual donors rallying together to protect their waterways.
When a desperate father emailed a newsroom about his homeless family, hundreds of strangers responded with housing, jobs, and hope. Within hours, compassion drowned out hate.
Two central Illinois cities just flipped the switch on dozens of new electric vehicle charging stations, marking the first success of a $15 million federal program. The milestone brings Illinois closer to its goal of one million EVs on the road by 2030.
Brazil just approved a new semaglutide treatment that could help 16.5 million people with diabetes access life-changing medication. The affordable option launches later this year, with the potential to reach millions who currently go undiagnosed or untreated.
When a massive wave swept a child into the ocean at Seabright Beach, one lifeguard didn't hesitate to dive into the pounding surf. The dramatic Saturday rescue, caught on video, shows what true heroism looks like.
A 16-year-old rookie lifeguard battled massive waves to save a child at a California beach, capturing national attention and even praise from the White House. Ryder Williams says he was just doing the job he loves.
Australian paleontologists discovered a remarkable fossil capturing three prehistoric predators in one snapshot: a flying reptile eaten by a dolphin-like creature, which was then devoured by a massive sea monster. This rare find offers an unprecedented window into the ancient food chain from over 100 million years ago.
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope just celebrated four years in space by peering through cosmic dust to reveal millions of stars never seen before in nearby galaxy Centaurus A. The images show not just clearer views, but an entirely different story of a galaxy still recovering from a violent collision two billion years ago.
A Kansas City clothing charity turned a frustrating theft problem into a community win when their viral video led to identifying someone who could have received help all along. The organization's compassionate response shows how social media can solve problems without punishment.
Two spectacular meteor showers are lighting up the sky this week, and a simple timing trick can help you see them even with a full moon washing out the view. An astronomer shares exactly when and where to look for the best show.
Across Ireland, families are setting alarms for the middle of the night to watch their daughters play Australian rules football half a world away. With 47 Irish women now competing in the AFLW, early morning viewing parties have become a beloved tradition in small towns from County Leitrim to County Meath.
At 35 and after battling years of injuries, Australian pace bowler Josh Hazlewood is back at peak fitness with his sights set on cricket's toughest challenge: winning Test series in England and India for the first time in over two decades. With 20 Tests ahead in the next year, the veteran quick finally has his chance to complete his legendary career.
A University of Maryland nursing student who founded international health initiatives earned the state's highest scholarship for student excellence. Eniola Sokera's work spans from Baltimore classrooms to vulnerable communities in Nigeria.
Beloved bald eagle Jackie is fighting for her life, but her struggle has sparked a wave of donations to preserve Big Bear Valley's eagle habitat. Millions of online fans who've watched Jackie through live nest cameras since 2015 are rallying to support both her recovery and long-term conservation.
The acting rector of Edo State Polytechnic in Nigeria has been promoted to Associate Professor of Economics by the University of Benin, earning top marks from all three external assessors. His colleagues say the achievement reflects years of dedication to scholarship and innovation in education.