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A new once-monthly injection offers adults with schizophrenia an easier way to stay on medication without daily pills or post-shot monitoring. The FDA just approved WELTRUZA, potentially helping millions who struggle with daily medication routines.
Scientists in Germany just proved that heat pumps can produce industrial steam hot enough to replace coal-fired systems. Five installations are already cutting carbon emissions in real heating networks.
Scientists discovered a stunning new species of nonvenomous egg-eating snake in Ethiopia's forests, and the ethical way they documented it shows how conservation research is evolving. The white-throated egg-eater features an ink-black body with a bright white belly and feeds entirely on bird eggs.
Wildlife teams rescued Kavantissa, Sri Lanka's tallest elephant, after he was shot in the leg. The successful treatment has sparked a nationwide movement to protect the island's most iconic tuskers.
Scientists captured the first verified footage of an endangered leopard shark in Samoan waters, proving these rare carpet sharks live in an entirely new region. The discovery adds crucial knowledge about where these vulnerable creatures still survive.
More than 250 square miles of Victorian forests just became protected national parks, safeguarding hundreds of rare species including platypuses, powerful owls, and greater gliders. After 15 years of community effort, these forests finally have the protection conservationists fought for.
The European Union's massive COVID-19 recovery fund successfully delivered €450 billion to member states, proving that countries can unite during crisis. Now auditors are studying what worked to potentially repeat the historic collaboration.
America's first Olympic weightlifting gold medalist in 24 years is recovering from her first major injury while setting her sights on competing at home in Los Angeles. Olivia Reeves is learning that success isn't just about the weight you lift.
Twenty-three Olympic swimmers, including legends Katie Ledecky and Caleb Dressel, are competing at the University of Virginia this week, and the public can watch for free. The star-studded lineup has earned 69 Olympic medals combined, with 37 golds among them.
Diamond Davis Johnson helps young adults aging out of foster care navigate one of life's toughest transitions. The Tampa Bay Lightning just gave her nonprofit a $50,000 boost to keep that critical work going.
NASA's Curiosity rover just sent home the sharpest image ever captured of Mars' wind-carved cliffs at dawn, revealing features scientists have waited years to see. The stunning panorama marks a new milestone as the rover reaches heights no Mars explorer has ever climbed before.
A California company is launching six satellites this month that could make GPS accurate enough for self-driving cars and work inside buildings. The new system fixes problems that have frustrated engineers for decades.
A former banker turned tech founder built a robot that turns recycling economics upside down, making facilities nearly half a million dollars more per year. Her AI-powered machine is already winning contracts across two continents.
When Sara Tashakorinia lost her husband, she faced 570 hours of paperwork on top of her grief. Now her startup LumenUs uses AI to handle the administrative burden so families can focus on healing.
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Stunning photographs from the Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest showcase the vibrant, living traditions of Native American communities across the country. These images prove that Indigenous cultures aren't relics of the past but thriving expressions of identity today.
Saudi Arabia is building its first lithium extraction facility, a crucial step toward producing materials for electric vehicle batteries. The $200 million project will produce 2,000 tonnes of battery-grade lithium carbonate annually by late 2027. ---
Malaysia is increasing its minimum wage by 18% next year and expanding tax relief for the first time since 2010, putting more money in workers' pockets as the economy continues its strong growth. The moves are designed to ensure ordinary families benefit from the country's economic success.
Jennifer MacDonell is racing the Toronto Waterfront Marathon on October 19 with one goal: breaking the world record for her age group. The Ottawa runner has spent months preparing to beat the current 3:27:00 record set earlier this year.