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How to Tell Your Child About a Rare Disease Diagnosis
After years of tests, Indian families finally get a name for their child's condition. Psychologists share gentle, proven ways to break the news without adding fear.
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8 European Cities Compete for 2028 Green Capital Crown
Eight cities across Europe will learn next week if they've won the EU's prestigious Green Capital awards for transforming their streets into cooler, greener, more livable spaces. Three Spanish cities made the finals, showing how urban areas are adapting to climate change while improving daily life.
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kindness
NYC Mayor and Irish PM Play Bingo, Ride Subway Together
New York City's Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin spent an afternoon bonding over bingo and subway rides during UN week. Their casual hangout showed diplomacy doesn't always need fancy dinners and formal meetings.
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innovation
Belfast Students Head to NASA Moon Robot Competition
A team of 10 engineering students from Queen's University Belfast is heading to Florida to compete in NASA's international robotics competition. Their autonomous robot could help pave the way for future lunar missions.
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heroes
College Players Launch Northern Arizona's First Youth Lacrosse
Nearly 50 young athletes played lacrosse for the first time in their region's history, thanks to college volunteers who created a brand-new league in under six months. Kids from Flagstaff, Prescott, and the Verde Valley finally have a sport they never had access to before.
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kindness
Bay Area Needs Volunteers to Save Wildlife With App
California is recruiting volunteers to track roadside animals through a simple app, turning everyday drives into data that could fund lifesaving wildlife crossings. The project runs through October 11 and could reduce animal deaths by over 90%.
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heroes
Two Bush Walkers Rescued After Smart Safety Choices
When two hikers faced danger in Tasmania's wilderness, their preparation and quick thinking turned potential tragedies into successful rescue stories. Both incidents highlight how simple safety tools can save lives.
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video
Hawaii's Sustainability Expo Model Goes National
A Hawaii event drew 1,300 people eager for clean energy solutions, and now CleanTechnica wants to help communities nationwide host their own. The blueprint includes everything from electric vehicle test drives to solar-powered bounce houses.
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sports
Sick Shooter Wins 3 Asian Games Medals, Eyes Olympics
Days before the Asian Games, Indian trap shooter Neeru Dhanda was hospitalized with viral fever but refused to let illness stop her dream. She fought through weakness to win three medals and now aims to end India's 24-year wait for an Olympic shotgun medal.
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innovation
20 Ghana Universities Unite for Women Engineers Program
Women in Engineering Ghana brought together female students from 20 universities to solve real community problems through innovation and entrepreneurship. The winning prototypes are now being commercialized instead of gathering dust on shelves.
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video
Man Born in 1800 Has the Oldest Recorded Voice Ever
The earliest-born human ever recorded speaking was famous for barely talking at all. Helmuth von Moltke, born in 1800 and nicknamed "The Great Silent One," had his voice captured by Thomas Edison's team in 1889.
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sports
Japanese Rookie Murakami Homers in MLB Playoff Debut
Munetaka Murakami crushed a 440-foot home run in his first MLB postseason game, helping the Chicago White Sox shut out Cleveland 3-0. The 26-year-old rookie from Japan is making history in his debut American season.
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sports
South Korea Wins 4th Straight Asian Games Soccer Gold
South Korea's men's soccer team defeated Japan 1-0 to claim their fourth consecutive Asian Games gold medal, bringing joy to a nation still reeling from World Cup disappointment. The victory also earned every player a coveted military service exemption.
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sports
Holy Cross Senior Scores OT Winner in Hockey Thriller
Connor Welsh scored a dramatic overtime goal to give Holy Cross their first win of the season, stunning Maine 3-2 after the team rallied from a late collapse. The senior's celebration-sparking shot showed the power of staying calm under pressure.
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sports
Chicago Youth Archery Tournament Doubles in First Year
Sixty young archers competed in Chicago's second annual Blue Line Bullseye Invitational, double last year's turnout. The free Chicago Park District program is teaching kids focus, patience, and confidence through the growing sport.
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sports
Western Carolina Upsets #9 Tennessee Tech 44-20
Underdog Western Carolina stunned ninth-ranked Tennessee Tech with a commanding 44-20 victory, proving that heart and hustle can topple even the highest-ranked teams. Josh Perry's two-touchdown performance led the Catamounts to one of their biggest wins of the season.
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sports
Wild Rally From Behind to Stay Perfect at Home
The Minnesota Wild turned a shaky start into a decisive 4-2 victory over Boston in their home opener, proving that winning doesn't have to look pretty to feel great. Special teams and clutch goals helped Minnesota maintain their incredible home opener record.
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sports
Harvard Wins on Hail Mary Lateral With 4 Seconds Left
Harvard tight end Teigan Pelletier turned an impossible situation into victory by lateraling a Hail Mary pass to teammate Nate Bailey, who scored the game-winning touchdown with just four seconds remaining. The creative play kept the Crimson's undefeated season alive with a thrilling 20-17 win over Colgate.
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