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Billionaire Aliko Dangote is offering ordinary Nigerians the chance to own part of Africa's largest refinery in a historic $2.1 billion share sale. Thousands are already investing their savings, excited to own a piece of the plant that now supplies most of the nation's fuel.
Struggling to meditate "perfectly" might be the only thing holding you back from real mindfulness. A pediatrician and meditation teacher explains why letting go of perfection is the key to progress.
Two UAE investment firms are joining forces to back agricultural technology startups worldwide, opening applications in September for innovators tackling food security challenges. The partnership promises to turn cutting-edge farming ideas into real-world solutions.
A Singapore startup is using AI to transform ordinary security cameras into intelligent safety systems that predict workplace accidents before they happen. Construction sites using the technology have seen safety incidents drop by 60%.
Enric Mas became the first Spanish cyclist to win the Vuelta a España in 12 years, bringing the Grand Tour trophy home after three previous second-place finishes. The Movistar rider sealed his victory in the grueling Sierra Nevada mountains, finishing more than two minutes ahead of his nearest competitor.
Scotland's Josh Kerr capped off an extraordinary season by dominating the 1500m at athletics' new Ultimate Championship in Budapest, taking home the sport's biggest single prize. The 28-year-old's victory comes after breaking a 27-year-old mile world record and proves his strategy of selective racing delivers when it counts most.
California's biggest cleanup event returns September 19, with 50,000 volunteers expected at 700 sites across all 58 counties. Last year's effort pulled 358,000 pounds of trash from beaches and waterways.
A groundbreaking solar financing model is helping nonprofits in low-income neighborhoods cut electricity costs by up to 15% while creating resilience hubs that keep communities safe during power outages. Over 140 organizations across 20 states have already made the switch, transforming savings into stronger services for nearly 400,000 people.
A rural Idaho county that banned solar and wind projects in 2024 is preparing to reverse course, showing how communities can rethink clean energy. The shift could bring hundreds of thousands in tax revenue to struggling rural areas.
A Virginia research team is developing satellites that beam solar power to Earth after dark, potentially solving renewable energy's biggest challenge. The technology could keep solar panels generating clean electricity 24/7.
Josue De Paula hit his first Major League home run just days after jumping from Double-A to the Dodgers, fulfilling a baseball dream his father couldn't chase. Three generations of family watched from the stands as the 21-year-old carried on his Dominican heritage and his father's name.
A humble metal shipping box just became the perfect getaway for two. The Luna Cottage proves that creative design can transform industrial materials into inviting, functional living spaces.
Three African wild dog brothers just completed the longest recorded journey by any African land mammal in search of a mate, zigzagging 2,500 miles across Zambia. Their epic trek offers new hope that wildlife can still navigate human-dominated landscapes to find each other.
Two universities are launching joint projects in artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and renewable energy that could transform palm oil waste into electricity. The partnership builds on decades of academic cooperation between the nations.
A widowed mother living in the harsh Afar desert with four children finally has protection from scorching heat and heavy rains. After fleeing conflict with nothing, Mesigo received emergency shelter materials that transformed her family's safety.
Seven para cyclists won both time trial and road race events at the 2026 World Championships in Alabama, showing incredible athletic dominance. France topped the medal table with 29 total medals as athletes prepare for the LA28 Paralympics.
Make-A-Wish UK is transforming a beloved video game into a live charity tournament where viewer donations directly control the action. Content creators will compete in real-life mini golf while the audience grants wishes that help or hilariously sabotage players.
After serving a suspension, University of Tennessee football player Arion Carter is turning a setback into hope by donating $427 for every tackle he makes to cancer research. The linebacker chose the specific dollar amount to honor his jersey number and transform his return to the field into a force for good.