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A 400-pound gorilla named Bakari just arrived at Disney's Animal Kingdom, and his story reveals how modern zoos are quietly winning the fight to save endangered species. From CT scanners for aardvarks to specially designed gorilla diets, the smallest details are making the biggest difference.
Kenny Shuck went from "not a dog person" to rescuing nearly 2,000 Border Collies across the country through Clancy's Dream, a nonprofit he founded after his beloved dog died. His multistate rescue network now pulls dogs from shelters, covers medical costs, and helps owners who need to rehome their pets.
Every October, volunteers near Bend rescue thousands of stranded fish from a drying riverbed and return them safely to the Deschutes River. This year's fish rescue happens October 14-16, and organizers need help making it happen.
A dozen students from John Dewey Academy joined volunteers in De Pere, Wisconsin, to transform a family's home with fence installation, landscaping, and repairs. The project kicks off Good Neighbor Week, an annual initiative connecting volunteers with homeowners who need help completing difficult projects.
Three teammates from a small Queensland town are heading to Melbourne for the Special Olympics national games, where table tennis is making its competitive debut. For these athletes, it's not just about winning medals, it's about friendship, independence, and a possible path to the world stage.
Australia's highest court just changed the rules for fossil fuel projects across the nation. Planning authorities must now consider local climate impacts before approving coal mines and similar developments.
Schools in Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley are proving that high poverty doesn't mean low achievement. Researchers celebrated dozens of schools where students showed exceptional academic growth despite economic challenges.
Brazilian soccer legend Neymar shared a heartfelt tribute to Lionel Messi as the Argentine captain prepares for his final international match at age 39. The emotional farewell celebrates two decades of friendship and history made together on the world's biggest stages.
Days after a devastating ankle sprain, Laur Demartino showed up to her ninth qualifying race in a medical boot and walked all four miles. That determination kept her 2027 NYC Marathon dream alive.
A Nairobi manufacturing plant is proving clean energy makes business sense, slashing emissions while saving millions of shillings each year. The solar investment pays for itself through lower electricity bills while protecting the planet.
Scientists discovered two bird species that literally scream as loud as construction equipment. The bare-throated bellbird and red-legged seriema both hit 120 decibels with their powerful calls.
Kynan Tegar is using film to tell the story of Indigenous communities defending their ancestral lands in Borneo, where corporate fires have burned 119,000 acres this year. Her work shows how recognizing Indigenous land rights stops fires before they start.
After a 21-year legal battle over traditional leadership ended, Ghana's newly installed Sege Mantse is calling on his community to move forward together. The resolution cleared the path for development in the coastal town.
India is stepping up to help Ghana boost its food security with technology transfer, training, and investment in agriculture and livestock. The partnership builds on 50 years of cooperation and could reshape farming across West Africa.
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Residents of Airport Valley in South Africa won a major legal victory when the Eastern Cape High Court stopped their evictions and ordered the municipality to rebuild 14 demolished homes. The ruling also requires proper water, electricity, and sanitation before any future relocations.
When Missouri freshman Johnnie Jones needed a heart transplant, his coach's emotional plea reminded everyone that some things matter more than football. The 18-year-old athlete is waiting at Mayo Clinic while his team and community send hope his way.
A New York boy got his head wedged between playground bars, but firefighters rescued him using a centuries-old technique. The viral video shows the calm rescue and heartwarming reaction from his friends.
MIT Technology Review has unveiled 10 pioneering companies tackling climate challenges from flood barriers to next-generation nuclear power. These innovators offer hope as the world faces record-breaking temperatures and mounting climate disasters.