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Ivan McClellan's new photo book reveals a vibrant Black cowboy culture that's been invisible for generations. His decade-long project shows thousands of real American cowboys who never made it onto movie screens.
Smriti Mandhana smashed 79 runs to power India to their second straight women's cricket gold at the Asian Games, crushing Sri Lanka by 147 runs. The team's record-breaking performance showcased the explosive growth of women's cricket across Asia.
Young people from 68 countries are competing in everything from cooking to drone piloting at the world's largest vocational skills competition. Shanghai is hosting 1,385 competitors across 64 disciplines, celebrating the power of practical skills.
Zimbabwe now has a dedicated national platform bringing together health experts, policymakers, and communities to prevent HPV-related cancers. The move comes as cervical cancer claims five women's lives every single day in the country.
A Nigerian surgeon just made medical history by operating on a cancer patient from 300 miles away using a robotic system. The successful kidney surgery shows how technology can bring specialist care to patients anywhere in the country.
A new planning tool identifies which communities need electric vehicle charging stations most, combining flood risk, pollution levels, and income data to ensure clean transportation benefits everyone. The framework helps states invest charging dollars where they'll do the most good.
University of Miami researchers have mapped a promising path forward for stroke patients who don't fully recover despite current treatments. A new stem cell therapy delivered directly to the brain could help patients regain independence after strokes.
Sri Lanka's rooftop solar revolution just hit a major milestone, nearly doubling its clean energy capacity in a single year. The island nation is now making it easier for homeowners to earn money from their solar panels with new smart technology and guaranteed rates.
Researchers created an AI system that spots every problem in a solar panel from a single image, slashing inspection time while boosting accuracy. The breakthrough could help millions of solar panels work better and last longer.
Chile just successfully tested breakthrough technology that lets massive batteries power entire communities on their own, a game-changer for renewable energy reliability. The achievement brings the world closer to 24/7 clean power without fossil fuel backup.
A major HVAC company just launched rooftop heat pumps that slash greenhouse gas emissions while heating and cooling commercial buildings. The technology arrives just in time to help businesses meet Europe's stricter environmental rules.
Cameroon is moving forward with two major solar projects that will nearly match the country's entire current solar capacity. The 244 MW combined output could power hundreds of thousands of homes while accelerating Central Africa's clean energy transition.
The New York Jets blew a 10-point lead against Green Bay, but veteran linebacker Demario Davis sees proof their culture shift is working. The team controlled the game for three quarters, showing real progress despite the heartbreaking finish.
Scientists have finally proven how sperm whales stay perfectly still while resting vertically in the ocean. The secret? Controlled bubble breathing that keeps them from bobbing to the surface.
Twenty inmates at a Wisconsin prison are nursing endangered monarch butterflies from caterpillar to release, giving back to their community while helping save a species in decline. The program has nearly doubled in its second year, with participants raising 100 butterflies destined for a 2,000-mile journey to Mexico.
Telangana's Chief Minister ordered immediate compensation for sexual assault victims from marginalized communities through a new "Green Channel" system. The historic policy meeting also revealed major gains in housing and education for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe families across the state.
South West Somalia is taking proactive steps to prepare for El Niño flooding, bringing government and humanitarian groups together to safeguard vulnerable communities. Leaders are strengthening emergency response systems before the rains arrive.
Universities across 10 African nations are joining forces to equip students with AI skills and solve real-world problems. The partnership connects institutions in Tanzania, Kenya, South Africa, and beyond to share resources and reshape education for tomorrow's economy.