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Abigail Chirwa survived aggressive stage 3 breast cancer at 42 and is now on a mission to save lives. Her message is especially urgent for black and South Asian women, who check their breasts far less often than they should.
A small Illinois town just became the first in the state to power up electric vehicle chargers funded by a major federal infrastructure program. The ribbon cutting marks the start of a statewide network that could bring new life to rural communities.
A small Southeast Asian nation just did something no country has attempted before: it banned new gas and diesel car imports completely. The move isn't about climate goals, it's about keeping money at home.
A one-time gene therapy targeting a devastating inherited heart condition just earned special FDA status, bringing hope to families facing early heart failure. The treatment addresses the root genetic cause rather than just managing symptoms.
Researchers are flipping cancer treatment on its head by switching therapies before tumors develop resistance, potentially improving cure rates. Three clinical trials are already testing this "kick it while it's down" approach.
Scientists discovered bacteria use CRISPR like a strategic commander, not just a weapon, coordinating multiple defense systems to fight viruses while managing energy costs. This breakthrough reveals how even the tiniest life forms balance protection with survival.
Two Taiwanese solar manufacturers are bringing a $40 million factory to the United States, creating enough capacity to power hundreds of thousands of homes. The move signals growing confidence in American clean energy manufacturing.
For the first time in American history, solar power generated more electricity than coal in a single month. Clean energy is rapidly transforming from an emerging technology into the backbone of the nation's power grid.
When the Texas freeze knocked out power in 2021, Kenneth Kovar couldn't run his septic system and had to fill toilets with pool water. Now his new Ford F-150 can power his entire home during the next crisis.
Thousands packed a Florida ballpark to watch firefighters and sheriff's deputies play softball for charity. The friendly rivalry raised an unexpected $70,000 for cancer research and at-risk youth.
The Jaipur Polo team, led by the Maharaja himself, returned to Berkshire for a vibrant celebration of the sport India gave to 70+ countries. Heritage met athleticism as Indian culture took center stage at Guards Polo Club.
As electric vehicles drive demand for lithium and cobalt, the UN is helping mining countries turn resource wealth into better jobs, safer conditions, and empowered communities. From Argentina to Zambia, new partnerships are keeping more benefits local.
Nearly 4,000 Tennessee residents submitted comments demanding their state utility prioritize solar and renewable energy over fossil fuels. Their collective voice is pressuring the Tennessee Valley Authority to rethink its energy future for 10 million customers.
A happiness researcher says the secret to joy in midlife isn't getting more, it's wanting less. Dr. Arthur Brooks reveals why subtracting desires, not adding achievements, leads to lasting satisfaction.
A Harvard happiness researcher discovered that achieving every goal on his bucket list made him less happy, not more. His simple solution flips traditional goal-setting on its head.
Keith Thomas broke his neck in a 2020 diving accident and was paralyzed from the chest down. Now he can scratch his nose, pet his dog, and feed himself again thanks to breakthrough surgery that connects his brain directly to his arm nerves.
India's tech capital just opened doors for local startups to scale globally through new partnerships with Europe's biggest innovation festivals. Karnataka startups now have direct access to Italian, French, and Polish markets, investors, and business opportunities.
A wildlife photographer's casual YouTube video became the first documented proof that endangered sand cats live in Libya. The tiny desert hunters had eluded scientists for decades despite local sightings dating back to the 1950s.