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Students of all ages are trading backpacks for beach cleanup gear this August at Kure Beach. The North Carolina Aquarium's annual event combines ocean conservation with back-to-school spirit.
Michigan just supercharged a program that pays local governments up to $5,000 per megawatt for hosting solar, wind, and battery projects. After distributing $30 million to 51 communities, the state is investing $129 million more to help towns profit from the renewable energy transition.
Saudi Arabia's giftedness foundation just teamed up with the University of New Haven to create new opportunities for the Kingdom's brightest young minds. The partnership brings summer programs, enrichment courses, and study abroad opportunities to talented students across the country.
A scenic coastal destination in Saudi Arabia is transforming community life while creating jobs and protecting the natural beauty of the Red Sea. Al-Laith Waterfront has become a model for how tourism can lift up local economies without losing coastal charm.
Florida State supporters just shattered fundraising records, pledging over $106 million to support student athletes across 21 sports. The historic year brought new facilities, a national championship, and proof that when communities invest in young athletes, everyone wins.
Two Texas companies just secured NASA funding to build robots that will explore Mars like never before. The $17 million initiative could unlock unreachable Martian terrain and push the boundaries of space exploration.
Two volunteers drove to Durban twice to collect donated oranges for families in need, even bringing their own bags the second time. The fruit never made it due to a mix-up, but their effort shows what real kindness looks like.
Nine captive-bred Pacific pocket mice with superhero names just joined the fight to save their species from extinction. These tiny California natives were once thought gone forever, but a surprising rediscovery 21 years ago gave conservationists a second chance.
A revolutionary new class of medicine received approval in 2026, offering hope for conditions that traditional drugs couldn't touch. Unlike conventional treatments that merely block disease proteins, protac drugs completely destroy them.
A 16-year-old Santa Cruz lifeguard pulled a young boy from dangerous surf in one of 25 rescues during a day of massive swells. The quick-thinking teen's actions brought the child safely back to his family.
A teenage lifeguard fought through massive waves to rescue a young boy caught in dangerous surf at a Santa Cruz beach. Video captured the dramatic moment as the hero refused to give up, even when bystanders were knocked back by the powerful water.
Over 300 underserved children on Manhattan's Upper West Side shop for free school supplies, clothes, and winter gear with volunteer "personal shoppers" who make the experience magical. The annual four-day event transforms a community building into a pop-up store where kids choose brand-new backpacks, sneakers, coats, and more.
A Florida church kitchen fills with laughter and the smell of chocolate chip cookies as volunteers prepare comfort food for neighbors facing hard times. This monthly tradition has fed thousands while bringing joy to both cooks and guests.
Less than 24 hours after a tornado ripped through three Wisconsin communities, hundreds of volunteers are heading to Appleton to help families rebuild their homes and lives. Teams will clear debris, rescue belongings, and bring hope to neighborhoods torn apart in minutes.
For the seventh year, Latvian shopping centers are collecting school supplies and donations to help families who can't afford the €100-500 needed for back-to-school costs. The month-long campaign brings together businesses, charities, and everyday shoppers to ensure every child starts the year ready to learn.
Aliko Dangote is pledging one-third of his $36.5 billion fortune to charitable causes, with his daughters publicly backing the historic commitment. The $12 billion pledge would be one of the largest philanthropic commitments ever made by an African billionaire.
A UN program is helping thousands of women entrepreneurs in the Philippines access solar power and clean energy financing, cutting their costs and boosting climate resilience. Four inspiring business owners show how green loans are transforming rural communities.
Dogs are joining the fight against spotted lanternflies, an invasive pest threatening America's $320 billion wine industry. A citizen-science program is training everyday pet dogs to detect the insect's eggs before they hatch.