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When two TikTokers called a Kansas City coffee shop "demonic" and its street "scary," the community responded with an overwhelming show of support. Sales at Oddly Correct nearly tripled after locals stood up for the beloved Black neighborhood business.
New federal security rules are pushing American companies to build robots that think locally instead of relying on foreign systems. The shift could make robots safer, faster, and more independent.
After seven years as a political prisoner in Venezuela, activist Leopoldo López now leads a global alliance using decentralized technology to help ordinary people fight authoritarian regimes. His message at TED2026: the tools of freedom are already in our pockets.
Western Mexico's pristine natural swimming holes offer crystal-clear spring water, ancient cypress trees, and peaceful escapes just miles from Guadalajara. These untouched gems range from warm mineral rivers to cold mountain pools, most still free from concrete development.
Cheryl Bergemann planned her dream San Diego vacation before knowing the Milwaukee Brewers would make the playoffs there. Now the Sheboygan cancer survivor gets to watch her home team chase a World Series title on the trip of a lifetime.
When a car crashed into a tree and burst into flames in Orange County, two passersby didn't hesitate. They tore apart the burning vehicle with their bare hands to pull a trapped woman to safety.
Mumbai's Jawahar Dweep Marine Oil Terminal just became India's first completely plastic-free oil facility, proving that even heavy industry can go green. The historic declaration happened during a special ceremony honoring Mahatma Gandhi's birth anniversary.
After watching social media harm kids for years before action, advocates are pushing tech companies and lawmakers to protect children from AI risks right now. Early wins show the lesson is being learned.
What if the secret to keeping AI helpful instead of harmful lies in how we dance? A creativity expert asked 50 people to imagine a dystopian future, and their answers point to surprising solutions we can start today.
Saborno Isaac Barry started teaching university students math and physics when he was just seven years old. Now 12 and studying at NYU on scholarship, he might be the youngest professor ever to teach at a university.
A 15-year-old girl became the first patient to receive a life-changing red blood cell exchange at Kenya's Defence Forces Memorial Hospital, opening access to advanced sickle cell treatment for military families. The breakthrough procedure uses new technology to replace damaged cells with healthy donor blood.
GreenGo Energy just received approval for its second wind farm in Italy's Foggia region this year, bringing the company closer to powering thousands of homes with clean energy. The fast-tracked permits show how Italy is speeding up its renewable energy future.
Researchers just created the first detailed map showing where marine life thrives along the Atlantic coast, helping offshore wind farms expand without harming ocean ecosystems. The breakthrough reveals how dramatically different waters in Maine are from those off North Carolina.
A major Japanese trading company is backing India's ambitious plan to deliver renewable power around the clock. The project combines wind, solar, and battery storage to keep the lights on 24/7.
Jeju Island is tackling one of renewable energy's biggest puzzles with a $26 million project that keeps hydrogen production steady even when the wind stops blowing. The breakthrough could make clean hydrogen cheaper and more reliable across the globe.
Scientists at UT San Antonio discovered an existing antidepressant can reverse cognitive impairment caused by prostate cancer treatment, offering hope to thousands of survivors struggling with memory loss and brain fog. The breakthrough could transform quality of life for men who beat cancer but still face daily mental challenges.
This October brings three stunning sky events: Saturn at its brightest, shooting stars from Halley's Comet, and the Moon passing the famous Seven Sisters star cluster. No telescope required for most of these cosmic shows.
New Zealand's wētāpunga, a giant insect that can weigh as much as a mouse, has officially moved from endangered to recovering status. A groundbreaking breeding program has released 11,000 of these creatures into the wild over 15 years.