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Researchers may have cracked the code on curing multiple sclerosis by studying the common "kissing disease" virus that most of us caught as teenagers. The breakthrough could transform life for millions living with MS worldwide.
NASA's powerful telescope just gave us a stunning glimpse of a baby star still forming inside a glowing hourglass of cosmic dust. The image shows what our own Sun looked like 4.6 billion years ago.
Uganda's new UN-backed forensics lab is using DNA testing to catch elephant poachers and traffickers, turning confusing evidence into court convictions. In one case, scientific proof of ivory trafficking led to a 15-year sentence for a smuggler caught shipping disguised elephant ivory to Cairo.
Connecticut's manufacturing sector just powered the state to seventh-best economic growth in America, but companies can't find enough workers to fill 86,000 open positions. Submarine builders, jet engine makers, and helicopter manufacturers are leading a revival that's creating opportunities faster than people can fill them.
Israel's tech sector shattered records in 2025, reaching $85 billion in exports and raising $15 billion in funding while navigating wartime conditions. The country is shifting from quick startup exits to building lasting R&D centers that keep talent and innovation at home.
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South Africa's economic powerhouse is transforming how millions travel to work, school, and healthcare. Gauteng's October Transport Month launches a bold plan for smarter roads and sustainable mobility.
Vietnam just recorded its fastest quarterly economic growth in four years, proving that steady investment and smart manufacturing can create remarkable momentum. The country's exports jumped 24.5% as it continues to build on its reputation as one of Asia's brightest economic success stories.
Thailand jumped to 44th place in the 2026 Global Innovation Index, powered by a remarkable leap in turning research and technical know-how into real economic value. The nation's knowledge and technology outputs soared six spots, signaling a new era of innovation efficiency.
More than 20 Mexico City restaurants welcomed everyone to dine at Michelin-starred establishments on August 26, regardless of their income. The initiative spread to over 100 restaurants across 14 countries, proving trust and community can transform fine dining.
South African cricket player Lhuan-dre Pretorius just rewrote the record books at age 20, smashing 188 runs in a single T20 match to break a record that stood for 13 years. His electrifying performance in Bloemfontein shows how young athletes are pushing the boundaries of what's possible in cricket.
Hudson Gatton, a Maryland freshman who survived childhood leukemia after 1,100 days of chemotherapy, will step onto the field at M&T Bank Stadium this Sunday as the Ravens honor cancer survivors. The 14-year-old honor roll student and soccer player gets to celebrate with his favorite team after beating the disease that took over his early childhood.
Kathy Troup defeated breast cancer with her daughter Laken holding her hand through every step of treatment at Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola. Now she's sharing her story to give hope to others facing the same battle.
A new tool called Pastmaps lets you explore any city street as it looked decades or even centuries ago. History has never been this accessible or fun.
A startup just made electric ferries smooth enough to compete with cars and trains. Brooklyn's newest boat almost flies above the water using century-old technology made modern.
An unmanned airship just flew from New Mexico to Japan and back, delivering mobile phone service from the stratosphere. SoftBank plans to launch commercial service as early as 2027.
A team of volunteers in Sussex has discovered far more ancient trees than expected, mapping over 5,500 historic giants in just nine months. The grassroots effort is helping protect woodland treasures that support wildlife for generations to come.
Researchers discovered that "empty space" isn't actually empty, and proved it by using quantum fluctuations to make superconductors 5.4% stronger. This breakthrough could revolutionize how we control advanced materials without ever touching them.
A frustrated football fan's bad game turned into a life-saving moment when he heard desperate cries for help outside his Devon home. Sallie had been stuck chest-deep in mud for four hours before Alastair Cass found her.