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Two experts are challenging the idea that we're powerless in today's political landscape. Their conversation reveals why local action matters more than ever and how disconnection, not division, might be the real problem.
Pet owners can now pick up prescriptions for their dogs and cats at CVS pharmacies nationwide, making family healthcare trips even easier. The service covers everything from antibiotics to insulin across 9,000 locations.
Mexico's Environment Ministry canceled a 145-room luxury resort in Nayarit after activists proved the developer violated environmental laws protecting sea turtle nesting grounds and public beach access. It's the second major tourism project the country has rejected this year to prioritize ecosystems over profits.
Spain just approved one of Europe's most ambitious anti-smoking laws, protecting millions from secondhand smoke at beaches, terraces, and public spaces. The reform also bans under-18s from smoking for the first time and treats vapes like cigarettes.
Kenya is bringing together over 3,500 tech leaders from 30+ countries this October to transform Africa's innovation landscape into real-world solutions. The two-day summit aims to turn research into funded projects and position the continent as a global tech powerhouse.
Small government grants are proving their worth in New Jersey, where startups turned $26 million in seed funding into $524 million in follow-up investment and nearly 1,800 new jobs. The results show how strategic early support helps young companies grow without forcing them to relocate.
A South Carolina solar manufacturer founded just five years ago is doubling down on its hometown with a major expansion. Fortified Solar's investment shows how local innovation can spark American manufacturing jobs.
Tesla Thompson is turning her cancer survival story into hope for others by encouraging donations at California's Pint for a Pint Blood Drive. The statewide drive runs through September 7th, offering donors ice cream and the chance to save up to three lives.
The Kentucky Farm Bureau Education Foundation just awarded its largest scholarship amount ever, sending nearly $1 million to 634 high school seniors across the state. Six Christian County students are each receiving $1,000 to help fund their college dreams.
Scientists at MD Anderson Cancer Center are testing a breakthrough cell therapy that could finally bring hope to patients with hard-to-treat T-cell lymphoma. The new approach overcomes a major obstacle that previously made this personalized cancer treatment impossible for these patients.
Lizzo graces Sports Illustrated's Swimsuit digital cover, opening up about healing from career burnout and anxiety. The Grammy winner is shifting focus to joy, including a Sister Rosetta Tharpe biopic and her first children's book.
A new affordable solar inverter designed for Africa's toughest conditions could finally bring reliable electricity to millions living with frequent blackouts and no grid access. The system works in extreme heat, dust, and cold while cutting costs for families and small businesses.
Britain's largest renewable energy distributor is making it easier and cheaper for homeowners to go fully electric. New managing director David Hope is rolling out financing options and training programs that could accelerate the country's clean energy transition.
Parents can now monitor and limit their teens' time on Threads through new supervision tools launching next week. The features give families more control over how young people experience social media.
Barcelona's teenage soccer sensation Lamine Yamal took time to create a core memory for a young fan with a heartfelt photo. The simple gesture reminds us that kindness costs nothing but means everything.
Sweden just reached a stunning milestone: electric vehicles now make up two-thirds of all new car sales. The shift is happening faster than experts predicted, with homegrown Volvo leading the charge.
Eight simple rope bridges in the Brazilian Amazon allowed 15,000 animals to cross a deadly highway safely over 15 months, with zero roadkill recorded. The low-cost design is now Brazil's official national standard for wildlife crossings.
A disoriented nesting sea turtle fell into a swimming pool at a Cayman Islands resort, but volunteers lifted her to safety and returned her to the ocean. The rescue highlights how simple changes to beachfront properties can protect sea turtles during nesting season.