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Electric trucking company Einride just acquired charging software startup Flipturn for $38 million, making it easier for companies to switch their fleets to electric. The move could accelerate the shift away from diesel big rigs across America and Europe.
A spacecraft bound for a metal asteroid just gave us breathtaking views of Mars along the way. NASA stitched the images into a mesmerizing time-lapse that shows craters, ice caps, and rusty deserts from space.
Two US companies just partnered to turn old electronics into rare earth materials for electric vehicles and wind turbines, building one of America's largest recycling operations for critical minerals. The deal could help manufacturers break free from foreign suppliers while solving a massive waste problem.
A $850 million aircraft factory will bring nearly 2,000 jobs to Springfield, Ohio, building hybrid-electric planes that can take off from parking lots. The investment shows big money betting on cleaner, quieter regional flights becoming reality.
Getting contact lenses that actually fit could soon take just one appointment instead of multiple visits and weeks of waiting. Canadian researchers developed a way to 3D print perfectly customized lenses in 20 minutes.
A breakthrough forecasting method could give us seven years' warning before the next major solar storm cycle hits. Scientists discovered the Sun's extreme weather switches off suddenly at a specific point, offering a clear prediction window.
Brazil's Amazon rainforest saw its smallest burned area in 41 years, with fires dropping from 15.8 million hectares in 2024 to just 3.1 million in 2025. The dramatic turnaround shows that protecting the world's largest rainforest is possible with the right commitment.
A food company from Colombia just became one of ten global winners of NASA's Deep Space Food Challenge, developing 3D-printed meal technology that could feed astronauts on three-year Mars missions. The breakthrough proves Latin American innovation can compete with the world's top research institutions.
The Western Cape has opened South Africa's first internationally accredited public forensic toxicology laboratory, bringing world-class death investigation services to families seeking answers. The Observatory-based lab strengthens both the justice system and public health monitoring across the province.
A Massachusetts rugby team that competed in the Rugby World Cup is bringing their winning momentum home. The Barbarians will showcase their sport at the Bay State Games Rugby 7s Tournament in Wrentham this summer.
After 20 years dominating Para ice hockey and winning four Paralympic golds, USA's Declan Farmer is chasing a new dream: becoming a dual-sport Paralympian in Para canoe. With just one month of training under his belt, he's already racing at World Cups with LA28 on his mind.
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NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers shared heartwarming photos on Instagram showing him back together with his parents and older brother after nearly a decade apart. The reunion is giving hope to families everywhere dealing with their own struggles.
Space Coast Credit Union employees rolled up their sleeves to help rebuild oyster reefs in the Indian River Lagoon, combining a $35,000 donation with hands-on conservation work. Each oyster they're helping establish can filter 50 gallons of water daily, turning corporate goodwill into measurable environmental impact.
More than 3,200 volunteers already donated 59,000 hours this year to feed hungry neighbors in Florida. Now All Faiths Food Bank needs 800 more people to help families and kids this summer.
India now produces the world's cheapest solar electricity among major economies while fossil fuel-free power reaches 50% of capacity five years ahead of schedule. The UN climate chief compared India's clean energy journey to cricket legends, celebrating both massive achievements and even bigger potential ahead.
Australia just completed its biggest clean energy year ever, doubling new capacity to 9.1 gigawatts. Battery technology is leading the charge with innovations that could revolutionize how power grids work worldwide.
Pittsburgh just became home to a massive federal investment that will transform how America powers its future. The region secured $160 million to build cutting-edge energy storage and grid technology over the next decade.
A new Arizona telescope just recorded its first scientific discovery, capturing an asteroid's shadow passing over Earth in less than one second. The breakthrough proves the center's cutting-edge technology works with stunning accuracy.