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Penn State's August farm show will showcase game-changing robots designed to solve agriculture's biggest challenge: finding enough workers. From tomato-picking machines to autonomous helpers, the technology is bringing real solutions to family farms.
Texas A&M University has joined the Genesis Mission, a groundbreaking national initiative using artificial intelligence to transform scientific discovery. Four university projects will help tackle critical challenges in energy, mineral security, and nuclear technology.
Two University of Hawaii teams just landed major federal funding to use artificial intelligence for breakthrough discoveries in energy security and particle physics. They're among 168 universities nationwide racing to solve some of science's biggest mysteries.
Ryan Fox brought golf's famous Claret Jug home to Auckland after becoming the first New Zealander in 63 years to win the Open Championship. Thousands gathered to celebrate with the 39-year-old champion who sank a dramatic 12-foot birdie putt to claim victory.
A small island nation's stunning goal against Argentina just earned the biggest individual honor of the 2026 World Cup. Sidny Lopes Cabral's extra-time masterpiece for Cape Verde beat out 307 other goals to win the tournament's top prize.
A 16-year-old lifeguard battled crushing waves at Seabright Beach to rescue a young boy who was swept out by a sudden surge. The dramatic save, caught on video, shows what can happen when conditions change in an instant and trained heroes are ready.
A North Carolina fire station that's been gutted by 10 hurricanes is getting a $50,000 boost toward a new, flood-resistant home. The Down East Fire Department will finally stop hauling equipment to higher ground every time a storm rolls in.
Juliaette Reynolds, 90, starts every day at her local senior center with dominoes, then spends hours greeting visitors, taking meal donations, and making sure no one feels alone. She's been doing it for 15 years, and has no plans to stop.
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After a heartfelt reunion with his grandchildren for the first time in years, King Charles has invited Prince Harry to stay at Buckingham Palace during his September visit. The gesture marks another step toward healing family ties strained over recent years.
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After a decade-long estrangement, NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers has reconciled with his parents and brothers, sharing heartwarming photos of their time together. The reunion began in April when they celebrated his high school hall of fame induction together.
President Dallin H. Oaks returned to his family's 85-year tradition with a new title and timeless message about connection. The biennial gathering in rural Utah marked his first reunion as leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Toronto Tempo guard Marina Mabrey turned each three-pointer at the WNBA All-Star Contest into $500 for a charity helping Black women access better healthcare. Her 13 shots raised $6,500 for an organization fighting discrimination in Canada's medical system.
A New Jersey family service organization now accepts donated cars, boats, and recreational vehicles to fund support programs for local families in need. The new program makes giving easier while helping neighbors facing hardship.
A Southern Nevada real estate company turned their success into community impact, raising over $43,000 for local charities. Huntington & Ellis proves that doing well and doing good can go hand in hand.
The FBI just led the largest international scam center takedown in history, rescuing trafficking victims and stopping criminals from stealing billions from Americans. Working with 18 countries, they've shut down industrial-scale fraud operations across Southeast Asia and the Middle East.
A 16-year-old lifeguard named Ryder refused to let go of a struggling child through wave after punishing wave at a California beach. The teen's determination during the terrifying rescue has captured hearts nationwide.
One North Carolina elementary school is proving that shorter summers and more frequent breaks might be the key to keeping kids learning. Students return from five-week breaks with their knowledge intact, and teachers say the results speak for themselves.
Communities that have lived with California's dirtiest air for decades are finally breathing easier thanks to $837 million in clean air investments. Residents helped choose the solutions that worked best for their neighborhoods, cutting pollution and giving families healthier air.