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Workers inspecting fresh peppers growing in large British greenhouse with natural lighting
solutions

UK Supermarket Signs 10-Year Deal for Year-Round Salads

Britain's second-largest supermarket just locked in a decade-long partnership to grow tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers locally all year long. The move could end the supply shocks that left shelves empty in 2023.

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Dean Perryman and Empty Chairs attendees sitting together at a pub table smiling
kindness

Man Turns Grief Into 1,000 Meetups Fighting Loneliness

After losing his best friend to suicide, Dean Perryman started wearing bright orange and meeting strangers at pubs for open conversations. Eight months later, Empty Chairs has sparked 1,000 meetups across three continents.

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Mother and daughter carrying bricks on their backs at construction site in China
heroes

Teen Carries Bricks to Earn Her Own College Tuition

After finishing her university entrance exam, a Chinese teen spent her summer carrying bricks alongside her single mother at a construction site to earn tuition money. Their story of teamwork and determination has inspired millions online.

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Elderly Asian grandmother smiling with family members in warm, caring moment together
health

Hong Kong Gives Alzheimer's Patients More Time with Family

New screening methods and breakthrough drug therapies are helping Hong Kong's Alzheimer's patients catch the disease earlier and slow its progression. With nearly 10% of seniors over 60 affected and cases expected to reach 330,000 by 2039, these advances offer hope for thousands of families.

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** Curved wind turbine blade repurposed as pedestrian bridge spanning across water in Ireland
planet

Ireland's Wind Turbine Blades Become Walking Bridges

Wind turbine blades that would fill landfills for decades are getting a second life as pedestrian bridges in Ireland and the US. Engineers turned a waste crisis into a clever solution that helps people cross rivers and creeks.

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Anthony Joshua celebrating knockout victory in boxing ring, raising arms in triumph
sports

Joshua Survives Knockdowns, Wins with KO Tribute to Friends

Anthony Joshua turned near-defeat into victory, rising from two knockdowns to stop Kristian Prenga in round two, dedicating the emotional win to two friends killed in a December car crash. The comeback brings him one step closer to a dream fight with Tyson Fury.

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** Solar panels and wind turbines generating renewable energy across Vietnamese landscape with modern city skyline
planet

Vietnam Targets Net-Zero by 2050 With Green Energy Push

Vietnam is betting big on renewable energy to fuel double-digit economic growth while cutting emissions to zero by 2050. The Southeast Asian nation just launched a major forum to map out how businesses and government can work together to make it happen.

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Community members gather at Garden of Health in San Bernardino celebrating urban agriculture grant recipients
kindness

23 Urban Farms Transform Food Access in Inland Empire

Twenty-three community farms and gardens in Southern California just proved that urban agriculture can feed communities, create jobs, and bring neighbors together. With state grants and local support, they've turned empty lots into thriving food hubs.

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Rows of wind turbines along coastal waters in China generating renewable electricity
planet

China Plans 50% Green Energy Surge by 2030

China just announced an ambitious plan to boost wind and solar power by 50% in the next five years, potentially cutting oil imports by 2 million barrels daily. The move could make renewables China's top electricity source by decade's end.

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** Advanced manufacturing facility producing precision superalloy components for aerospace and energy applications
innovation

China's Tech Firms Break Import Barriers in Key Materials

Chinese companies are achieving major breakthroughs in critical manufacturing materials that previously relied on imports. Firms specializing in superalloys and cutting tools are reporting profit increases up to 523% while supplying aerospace, energy, and automotive industries.

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Seattle Storm center Dominique Malonga dunks during the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game
sports

Storm's Malonga Makes History with All-Star Dunk

Dominique Malonga became the first WNBA player to dunk in an All-Star Game since 2022, energizing a record crowd of 19,783 fans in Chicago. The historic moment highlighted a milestone night as the league celebrated its 30th season with its highest-attended All-Star Game ever.

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Soyuz spacecraft with parachute deployed landing in remote Kazakhstan desert after space mission
heroes

NASA Astronaut Returns After 241 Days in Space

After eight months orbiting Earth more than 3,800 times, NASA astronaut Chris Williams and two Russian crewmates touched down safely in Kazakhstan, bringing home groundbreaking research that could change cancer treatment. The mission covered 102 million miles and advanced science that helps both Earth and future Moon missions.

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Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha making a save during World Cup match against Spain
sports

40-Year-Old Keeper Gets New Club After World Cup Stardom

A 40-year-old goalkeeper who arrived at the World Cup without a club became an overnight sensation and just landed his dream move. Vozinha's heroic performance against Spain earned him millions of fans and a contract with Chilean champions Colo Colo.

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Lightning bolt striking Chinese Long March-3B rocket seconds after launch in southwestern China
innovation

Chinese Rocket Struck by Lightning, Completes Mission

A Chinese Long March-3B rocket was hit by lightning 30 seconds after launch, yet safely delivered its satellite to orbit. The dramatic moment shows how modern spacecraft engineering can withstand even nature's most powerful forces.

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Kazuyoshi Miura in Fukushima United jersey celebrating goal on football pitch at age 59
sports

59-Year-Old 'King Kazu' Scores First Goal in 4 Years

Japanese football legend Kazuyoshi Miura just reminded the world that passion has no expiration date. At 59 years old, he scored his first competitive goal since 2022 and shows no signs of slowing down.

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kindness

Japan's Convenience Stores Now Employ 110,000 Foreign Workers

Foreign workers now make up more than one in seven employees at Japan's biggest convenience store chains, and managers say they're exceeding expectations. Their excellent customer service and language skills are helping redefine what it means to work in Japan's iconic konbini.

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Students from Edinaman Senior High School celebrating their record-breaking science quiz victory in Ghana
sports

Ghana High School Sets Regional Record in Science Quiz

Edinaman Senior High School dominated the Central Regional qualifiers for Ghana's National Science and Maths Quiz, scoring 71 points, the highest opening day score in the region. The victory sends the school to the 2026 national championship alongside other top competitors.

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Boxer Anthony Joshua celebrating victory in the ring wearing camouflage tribute outfit in Jeddah
sports

Joshua Honors Late Coaches With Stunning Comeback Victory

After losing two trainers in a December car crash, Anthony Joshua survived two knockdowns to win his emotional ring return. The heavyweight boxer dedicated his knockout victory to the friends who shaped his champion's spirit.

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