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The Fairphone 6+ arrives in the U.S. with something no other smartphone includes: a screwdriver so you can repair it yourself. The Netherlands company spent a decade building a phone designed to last, with every part replaceable in minutes at home.
The U.S. Department of Energy just launched a new Geothermal Center of Excellence in Colorado to accelerate clean, reliable energy that's available 24/7. Nine national laboratories are joining forces to make geothermal power a practical reality across America.
Anslem de Silva has spent 60 years studying Sri Lanka's reptiles and amphibians, inspiring hundreds of young scientists along the way. Now at 86, he's hosting the world's first international conference dedicated entirely to snake conservation.
Alaska's Katmai National Park kicks off its 12th annual Fat Bear Week, where millions worldwide vote for the plumpest brown bears preparing for hibernation. This year features more cubs than ever before, thanks to last year's record salmon run.
Female Marines are meeting rigorous new combat fitness requirements at impressive rates. The data challenges assumptions about women's ability to serve in combat roles.
After 21 elephants died in train collisions last year in Sri Lanka, engineers installed AI-powered sensors along railway tracks that detect ground vibrations and sounds to warn conductors in time to brake. The system marks a breakthrough after years of failed attempts to protect migrating elephants.
Toronto's new Ookwemin Minising neighborhood is replacing traditional streets with a half-mile car-free corridor lined with 400 trees. The innovative design reimagines urban infrastructure as living systems that manage stormwater, reduce heat, and create gathering spaces for 21,000 future residents.
When federal SNAP cuts left millions hungry, one Portland coffee shop opened its doors to feed anyone in need for free. Now, after serving 11,000 meals in a year, they're taking their mission to rebuild hope in war-torn Gaza.
A pelican in Panama City walked up to a NOAA office and tapped on the door with its beak, wrapped in fishing line and stuck with hooks. The staff inside happened to be exactly the people who could help.
When thousands of readers shared books that transformed them, twelve titles rose to the top. From ancient wisdom to modern psychology, these life-changing reads offer hope, purpose, and new perspectives.
A Gen Z Redditor asked what good Baby Boomers brought to the world, and thousands responded with praise for their activism, culture, and character. The refreshing conversation proves every generation deserves recognition for both struggles and wins.
A teenager's 16th birthday became a moment she'll never forget when her mom surprised her with the wiener dog puppy of her dreams. The tearful moment, captured on video, reminds us how pure joy looks when dreams come true.
A Bolivian biologist discovered the first new cat species in over a century after a local brought a "weird cat" to a wildlife sanctuary. The tilcayo, smaller than a housecat, had been hiding in plain sight in Bolivia's Yungas forests.
Pierre, a blind 54-year-old chimpanzee, recognized his caregiver of 25 years within hours of successful cataract surgery at Chimp Haven sanctuary. The groundbreaking procedure, months in the making, restored his sight and reunited him with his closest companions.
Archaeologists just opened an elite tomb at Peru's Chan Chan that no one has disturbed for 600 years. Inside, they found 38 skeletons, gold artifacts, and the first scientific evidence of how the Chimú civilization buried their aristocracy.
Over 100 young innovators gathered at India's largest biomedical hackathon to create healthcare solutions that could transform access to medical technology. The competition focused on using AI and 3D printing to make lifesaving devices affordable for millions.
Egypt just became one of the first countries to require automatic safety features for young teens on social media. The new rules ban accounts for kids under 13 and mandate built-in protections for ages 13 to 15.
A Canadian city is hosting 10 days of free events celebrating Indigenous traditions and building understanding between communities. From traditional games to wellness workshops, Lethbridge's Reconciliation Week invites everyone to learn, connect, and celebrate together.