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People worldwide are living longer again as global life expectancy has almost fully recovered from COVID-19's devastating impact. The World Health Organization reports life expectancy reached 73.3 years in 2023, nearly matching 2019 levels.
Two Massachusetts firefighters discovered a tiny kitten abandoned in a trash bag during a routine morning chore. The rescue led to an unexpected adoption and a new family member named Meeko.
When a cow became trapped in thick mud at a Kentucky pond, specially trained firefighters knew exactly how to help. The Brodhead Fire Department's large animal rescue team pulled off another successful save.
A gene responsible for 70% of cancers has stumped scientists for decades because it's "undruggable." Now researchers have discovered molecular switches that might finally make it stoppable.
Digital artist Becca Saladin transforms portraits of historical figures like Marie Antoinette and Abraham Lincoln into modern-day photos, complete with contemporary clothing and city backdrops. Her painstaking research and artistic skill have earned her 375,000 Instagram followers who suddenly see history as real people, not distant strangers.
The National Institutes of Health just made finding trusted health information much easier. Their redesigned website puts what people actually search for front and center.
The British Museum unveils its first major Korean art exhibition in over four decades, showcasing 1,000 years of cultural treasures that predate K-pop's global rise. From ancient temple bells to modern ceramic art, the collection proves Korea's creative legacy runs centuries deep.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed used Ethiopia's traditional Irreecha thanksgiving festival to urge millions to embrace peace and reconciliation. His message comes as the African Union calls for calm amid rising regional tensions.
Bath rugby team delivered an electrifying performance, scoring six tries in a 40-34 victory over Exeter Chiefs that featured 11 total tries and gave them sweet revenge for last season's playoff loss. The high-scoring showdown proves that sports can be just as thrilling when both teams play fearlessly.
A bold new infrastructure plan shows how Britain could create jobs, slash energy bills, and build national security through green homes and transport. The "wellbeing economy" model prioritizes training workers and building supply chains before releasing funds.
A company has cracked the code on training robots faster and cheaper by using everyday video footage instead of expensive robotic demonstrations. The breakthrough could help bring smarter robots into factories and homes.
A computer scientist who spent years failing to get AI to solve traffic problems just cracked the code. Her breakthrough could revolutionize how we design everything from highways to public transit.
Exercise scientist Keith Diaz reveals that standing up and moving for just one minute every hour can significantly improve your physical and mental health. His research offers a refreshingly simple solution to combat the harmful effects of our increasingly sedentary lifestyles.
A 35-year-old midfielder who cost Brighton just £3 million has become one of the Premier League's most valuable players ever, proving age is just a number. Pascal Gross is now leading the league in goal contributions this season while running more than almost any other player.
Central Christian College of Kansas is building a state-of-the-art training center to prepare students for high-demand manufacturing careers. The facility opens fall 2027 and will serve students, workers, and local employers in a region where manufacturing drives one in four jobs.
Scientists discovered a tiny group of brain neurons that transform during pregnancy and may be essential for carrying babies to term. The finding could finally explain why some women experience recurrent miscarriages and IVF failures.
New research reveals that a baby's immune response in their first seven days of life could predict their likelihood of developing allergies or eczema. The discovery opens doors to early interventions that might help protect vulnerable infants.
Despite federal roadblocks, Louisiana's offshore wind companies are preserving jobs and expertise for a comeback. The state that helped build America's first offshore wind farm isn't giving up on a billion-dollar opportunity.