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When a 7.4 magnitude earthquake trapped him in a shaking building in Colombia, retired FDNY Lieutenant Jorge Luis Torres didn't just escape, he stayed for two weeks to lead rescue efforts. His team, dubbed the "Rescue 4 Tunnel Rats," recovered 10 victims and saved five people trapped in rubble.
The African Development Bank is investing three-quarters of a million dollars to help 610 women entrepreneurs across Nigeria grow their businesses and create jobs. Three organizations will share the funding equally over three years to provide training, mentorship, and access to financing.
The Safe Hands Foundation is bringing running water back to Rivers State schools where dry taps have prevented students from practicing basic hygiene. The group's new water access project aims to restore clean water facilities across Port Harcourt with help from government and private partners.
Nigeria's largest student association is calling for urgent testing of food and medicine sold near universities after health concerns emerged across campuses. The move could protect millions of young people from contaminated products.
Three northern Ghanaian cities are getting a major upgrade in water and sanitation infrastructure thanks to a €323 million ($350M USD) financing package. The project will bring reliable clean water to Tamale, Yendi, and Damongo, ending persistent shortages.
The Milwaukee Brewers completed a stunning four-game sweep of the two-time defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers to win their first National League pennant and reach the World Series for the first time since 1982. After being swept by the same team last year, the Brewers returned with fire and won their first six postseason games as comeback victories.
Wildlife centers nationwide rescue snakes, birds, and bats trapped in fake spiderwebs every October. You can keep your spooky decorations and save animals with these easy switches.
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Stunning photographs from the Smithsonian Photo Contest reveal the vibrant beauty of coral reefs worldwide, reminding us why conservationists are racing to save these vital ecosystems. Despite predictions that 90 percent could disappear by 2050, scientists are actively growing new coral to restore damaged reefs.
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Scientists discovered a platypus-otter-like creature in China that could suckle milk 165 million years ago, proving this defining mammal trait evolved much earlier than thought. The fossil reveals how our distant ancestors lived alongside dinosaurs.
A rocket-powered drone just proved it can fly alongside fighter jets, marking Europe's first step toward pilots commanding AI teammates in the sky. The successful test brings safer, smarter air missions three years closer.
A young fossil hunter flipped over a rock at a Nebraska park and discovered a marine creature that hadn't been seen in the state for more than half a century. His curiosity just rewrote a tiny piece of paleontological history.
A small New Zealand rugby team just made history, crushing their semifinal opponent 38-19 to reach their first national championship game ever. The underdogs from Whangārei now stand one win away from a title that's eluded them for generations.
Eight New Zealand artists just received $50,000 each with zero strings attached, free to create whatever comes next. The awards celebrate careers that have already shaped the nation's cultural landscape.
Education leaders across Nigeria are joining forces to create the country's first unified system for keeping students safe at school. The coordinated effort aims to turn reactive crisis responses into proactive protection that works everywhere.
Journalists across Nigeria are learning to translate election news into local languages, closing gaps that have caused confusion in past votes. The initiative aims to ensure every voter gets accurate information in their mother tongue.
Three schools in Ga-Marishane, South Africa, just celebrated major milestones totaling over 210 combined years of educating their community. The celebrations brought together generations of students, teachers, and leaders who witnessed how education transformed their region.
Governor Gavin Newsom personally visited Downey Unified School District after student test scores climbed across all subjects, spotlighting the district among nearly 1,000 California school systems. The gains prove that focused support and community teamwork can transform student success.
Sweden just launched a five-year wind energy research initiative that brings universities and industry together to unlock cleaner power. The project tackles everything from forested land turbines to Baltic Sea offshore challenges.