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Humpback whales and other species are making a remarkable comeback in Antarctic waters after a global whaling ban saved them from extinction. Scientists are now racing to protect their recovery as industrial fishing expands in the same waters where these giants feed.
Scientists discovered that a natural compound produced when gut bacteria digest pomegranates, berries, and walnuts activates a hidden repair system that protects and heals the intestinal lining. The finding could lead to more targeted treatments for millions living with inflammatory bowel disease.
Farmers in the Middle East can now test cutting-edge farming technology before buying it, thanks to a new innovation center in Sharjah. The facility will help growers find solutions to water scarcity and limited farmland using proven tech.
Construction sites in Singapore just got a high-tech upgrade that could make them safer for everyone. JTC and Kajima are piloting the country's first autonomous heavy construction equipment to tackle labor shortages while protecting workers.
Singapore is building a global hub for AI safety testing, offering tools and training to audit artificial intelligence before disasters happen. While tech leaders warn of risks, local innovators are creating practical solutions to make AI transparent and trustworthy.
Two companies just signed an agreement that could transform how cocoa is grown in Ghana through sustainable agroforestry practices. The partnership between Afarinick and Meiji aims to create an environmentally friendly model for cocoa farming.
The inaugural Women's Pro Baseball League Championship Series kicked off with a nail-biting 7-6 victory as the LA Queens rallied past the San Francisco Firebells. The historic matchup featured clutch performances, dramatic comebacks, and a celebration of how far women's professional baseball has come.
In just four years, thousands of volunteers and seafood workers have pulled 80 tons of plastic from Norway's Hardangerfjord. The cleanup shows how former polluters can become environmental champions.
Elementary schoolers in Friendship, Maine just proved that small hands can make a big difference for our oceans. Their coastal cleanup collected enough trash to fill 13 bags and teach lessons that will last a lifetime.
College of DuPage launched a groundbreaking program that combines free job training with business support, creating both workers and entrepreneurs in the booming clean energy sector. The results show a smarter way to build an economy that works for everyone.
For the first time in over 50 years, India's coal power hasn't grown over a two-year period, thanks to an unprecedented clean energy boom. Solar, wind, and other renewable sources met 100% of the country's rising electricity demand.
Three major AI companies just launched a groundbreaking partnership to build safety protections directly into open-source AI models. The move addresses a growing problem where over 6,000 models have had their safety features removed.
Scientists successfully integrated lab-grown human brain tissue with living mouse brains, creating a breakthrough that could revolutionize how we develop treatments for brain diseases. The human tissue grew to fill 92% of the mouse's cortex and actively communicated with its nervous system.
Scientists at Stanford University have successfully replaced large portions of mouse brains with human brain tissue, creating a breakthrough way to study human brain diseases. The mice not only survived but showed better outcomes than mice without cortexes at all.
Pakistan is partnering with Saudi Arabia to create a nationwide digital health system that will let doctors instantly access patient records from any hospital using just a national ID card. The collaboration will also bring an $80 million Saudi-funded hospital to Islamabad within two years.
In a former pilgrims' terminal in Jeddah, a groundbreaking exhibition is challenging how centuries of Islamic art and culture are understood and shared. The 2027 Islamic Arts Biennale aims to move beyond traditional museum walls to create lasting knowledge exchanges across continents.
Over 1,500 tech and business leaders gathered in Kuala Lumpur for two days of discussions on how Malaysia can become Southeast Asia's leading AI hub by 2030. The summit marked a shift from experimenting with AI to putting it into real-world action.
Three Derry companies are investing £1.6 million to expand their businesses and create 21 skilled jobs in Northern Ireland's North West. The tech and engineering firms are setting their sights on international markets while keeping their roots firmly planted in their home city.