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In a powerful display of courage, hundreds of Iranian women ran a race through Tehran's streets without mandatory hijabs, marking one of the largest acts of defiance since 2022's "women, life, freedom" protests. Their bold stand shows the ongoing fight for women's rights in Iran.
Ghana's government is investing GH¢4.2 billion to improve school meals for students, nearly doubling the daily food allowance. The move addresses persistent food shortages that have plagued the Free SHS programme since its launch.
A South African bank is solving a massive small business funding crisis not by lending more money, but by collecting better data. African Bank's new approach could unlock billions for 80% of the country's workforce.
Leigh Ann Chiles was diagnosed with aggressive leukemia just weeks before her son's wedding. Her doctors promised to fight for her special moment.
After beating breast cancer three times, Cheryl Brown turned her hardest battles into a mission of hope. She now dedicates her life to ensuring no patient faces their cancer journey alone.
A Texas school foundation just handed over $170,000 to 139 educators who go above and beyond for their students. The surprise pep rally celebration showed exactly what happens when a community invests in the people shaping young minds.
Korean singer-actress IU celebrated her debut anniversary by donating $144,436 to four charities supporting children, veterans, and families in need. It's the latest act of generosity from a star who's made philanthropy as much a part of her brand as her music.
Oberlin, Ohio just became the newest member of a regional network helping buildings cut their carbon footprint in half by 2030. The city and Oberlin College are teaming up to tackle commercial buildings, which produce more than half of local emissions.
New Jersey just made healthcare more accessible for thousands of patients who need it most. New laws let doctors prescribe essential medications remotely and ensure telehealth visits cost the same as in-person care.
BASF's massive industrial complex in Ludwigshafen is proving that even the world's biggest chemical facilities can run on clean energy. The shift to green hydrogen marks a turning point for an industry long dependent on fossil fuels.
The IEEE International Leadership Conference in Budapest this October is teaching senior tech professionals how to measure success by empowering others, not personal achievement. It's transforming how experienced engineers pass the torch to the next generation.
Virginia's governor just made it easier for communities to shape data center development while tackling AI risks head-on. The state is proving you can embrace technology and protect people at the same time.
Five infant orangutans discovered in an Indian forest are heading home to Indonesia after a suspected international trafficking operation. Teams in both countries are now working together to reunite these rare great apes with their native habitat.
A conservation group building highway crossings for grizzlies and other wildlife just became a finalist for Prince William's $1.34 million environmental prize. The Yellowstone to Yukon initiative has created 204 wildlife crossings across 3,000 miles of Rocky Mountains.
When your teen slams the door or argues about curfew, you might feel like you're failing as a parent. Experts say those frustrating moments are actually signs you're raising emotionally healthy kids.
A World Council of Churches leader inspired theological students with a powerful message about building bridges across divisions while maintaining convictions. His sermon challenged future faith leaders to transform communities through compassion rather than conflict.
A quirky fundraiser born from wine, mushrooms, and weathered cattle salt blocks has raised nearly a quarter million dollars for Parkinson's research over 18 years. The Great Salt Lick Auction returns September 26 after celebrating how cow tongues can help cure disease.
Ikeja Electric is returning money to thousands of customers who paid for their own electricity meters. The Nigerian power company launched an online dashboard so people can track their refunds in real time.