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A Worthing hospital physiotherapist who was told as a child he might never play sports will represent England at the Deaf Rugby World Cup in Tokyo this October. Taylor Morris turns a childhood diagnosis into a dream fulfilled on the world stage.
Over 300 Paralympic athletes from 26 nations gathered in Cali, Colombia, to close out the 2026 World Para Athletics Grand Prix season with record-breaking performances and inspiring victories. Three-time Paralympic champion Sherman Guity led the charge with a sprint double, nearly matching his own world record.
A school designed for students at risk of dropping out just achieved a 97.2% graduation rate, crushing both state standards and similar schools across Ohio. Coshocton Opportunity School is proving that every student can succeed with the right support.
April McMaster runs Birmingham's Meals on Wheels program, coordinating 600 volunteers to deliver hot meals and human connection to 1,500 homebound seniors across 68 routes every single day. For many of these seniors, their meal delivery volunteer is the only person they'll see all day.
Volunteers in Phoenix spent their Saturday replacing broken tail lights and brake lights for free, helping neighbors avoid traffic stops. More than a dozen community members got same-day repairs at no cost.
A Kentucky theater brought to life the uplifting story of how a tiny Canadian town welcomed 7,000 stranded travelers after 9/11. The musical reminds audiences that even during tragedy, human kindness can shine through.
Swiss zoos are breeding endangered species and successfully releasing them back into nature, giving animals like lynx a second chance at survival. One-third of the 800+ species in Swiss zoos are threatened with extinction, and these facilities serve as a genetic safety net for our planet's biodiversity.
Polish farmers can now get up to $46,000 to install solar panels, batteries, and heat pumps on their land. Applications open October 5 for a program that could transform thousands of farms into renewable energy hubs.
First Gen Corporation is investing up to $2.8 billion through 2031 to transform the Philippines' power grid with renewable energy. The ambitious plan focuses on geothermal, hydroelectric, and solar projects that will help the nation break free from fossil fuels.
Nigeria just launched a groundbreaking $300 million fund to bring solar power and renewable energy to millions of people still living without electricity. This innovative model could transform how the entire African continent tackles energy poverty.
Scientists using AI are saving nearly seven hours each week and reporting dramatic productivity increases. A new Google study of 600+ researchers shows AI is transforming how science gets done, with 89% expecting even bigger gains ahead.
The FDA approved 10 new breast cancer therapies between May and September 2026, bringing patients unprecedented treatment options in record time. Three of the approvals represent entirely new types of medicine never before used in cancer care.
New research reveals that even in air-polluted cities, exercising outdoors lowers your risk of early death by 26%. Scientists also share simple strategies to maximize the benefits while minimizing exposure to harmful particles.
Collingwood midfielder Nick Daicos claimed his first Brownlow Medal with a record-breaking 47 votes, surpassing the previous mark set just two years ago. After finishing runner-up twice, the 23-year-old dominated the 2026 season with six consecutive best-on-ground performances.
Chinese scientists successfully tested a breakthrough navigation system that lets spacecraft steer themselves through deep space by reading starlight. The technology brings them closer to their ambitious 2030 Jupiter mission.
From India's first female pilot to a flight attendant who saved 350 lives, these trailblazers refused to stay silent when society told them to stop. Their courage opened doors for millions of women to follow.
Once completely wiped out by poaching, rhinos are breeding again in India's Manas National Park with 54 animals now roaming free. But their comeback faces a new challenge: the grasslands they need to survive have shrunk by 44% since 1990.
Radha Dadi spent decades putting her love of makeup, fashion, and Bollywood on hold for family. Now at 75, her granddaughters helped her shine online, leading to a Netflix debut and over 100,000 devoted fans.