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Scientists at the University of Michigan have discovered that an experimental drug can reverse severe fatty liver disease by healing the gut, not the liver itself. The breakthrough offers hope for millions living with a condition that has few treatment options.
Federal health experts are rushing special resources to Pennsylvania communities working to contain a measles outbreak and protect their neighbors. Local officials are turning the challenge into an opportunity to build stronger health systems for the future.
A widely available technology could slash energy waste from 50 million motors humming in factories and buildings across America, freeing up massive grid capacity without building a single new power plant. Variable frequency drives are finally becoming cheap and smart enough to go mainstream.
Forest soils in Germany are getting better at removing methane from the atmosphere, absorbing 3% more of the powerful greenhouse gas each year. The surprising 24-year study challenges what scientists thought they knew about climate change and forests.
Britain's Anna Morris became the first woman to sweep three events at a single Track Cycling World Championships, capping her unprecedented run with a madison gold alongside teenage teammate Erin Boothman. The 31-year-old cyclist from Wales made history in Shanghai while helping Team GB dominate the medals table.
Fresh off winning his first NBA championship, New York Knicks coach Mike Brown joined legendary NFL coach Tom Coughlin on stage to raise money for families fighting childhood cancer. The gala raised $1.6 million for families in New York and New Jersey.
A former welfare recipient in Indonesia now leads a women's group that has planted 30,000 mangrove trees while creating new income sources for coastal families. Their work is restoring forests, boosting fish populations, and helping single mothers build financial independence.
Mark Cocker just completed his 1,000th nature diary for the Guardian's country diary, the world's oldest English-language newspaper column that's been running since 1904. His journey from watching a jay bury acorns to becoming the longest-serving current diarist shows how powerful attention to nature can transform both writing and living.
A severely obese bulldog who could barely walk without collapsing has shed 20 pounds and found her forever family. Peggy Sue's incredible transformation shows what dedicated care and love can accomplish.
Egypt has landed on Forbes' exclusive list of seven must-visit destinations for 2027, marking a major comeback for the country's tourism industry. The recognition celebrates everything from ancient pyramids to luxury Nile cruises drawing travelers back to this historic land.
President Mahama is calling on Ghana's businesses to invest in local scientific innovations instead of importing foreign technology. The country's research council is taking bold steps to connect labs with markets and create real economic impact.
More than 38,000 Ghanaians affected by devastating June floods are getting help through a $250,000 relief package from West African nations. The aid goes directly to an independent relief agency to ensure transparent support for families who lost homes and livelihoods.
A humanoid robot in Massachusetts is mastering dangerous factory work by watching humans in VR headsets. Engineers say the goal isn't replacing workers, it's taking over tasks too monotonous or risky for people.
A fabric designed to protect soldiers from mosquito bites just increased strawberry yields by more than 350% in lab tests. The breakthrough could help farmers grow more fruit with fewer pesticides.
NASA's Roman Space Telescope now captures images 30% clearer than scientists predicted, thanks to adjustments smaller than the width of a human hair. The breakthrough sets the stage for unprecedented discoveries about dark matter and the mysteries of our universe.
Vietnamese workers are earning nearly 10% more this year as the country's economic boom lifts millions of families. The Southeast Asian nation is now among the world's fastest-growing economies, with wages and opportunities rising across all sectors.
Ethiopia is opening new doors for private sector investment in affordable housing, energy, and agriculture. The country's leaders met with the International Finance Corporation to discuss bringing international capital into critical development projects.
More people in San Luis Obispo County are finding work as the unemployment rate ticked down to 4.6% last month. The county now ranks 13th lowest for unemployment among California's 58 counties.