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Massachusetts just invested $730,000 in UMass Dartmouth to train the next generation of offshore wind workers and protect ocean wildlife. Nearly 100 student internships have already launched careers in this growing industry.
When someone loses a loved one to suicide, coworkers often want to help but don't know how. These simple, compassionate approaches can make a real difference during an unimaginable time.
Photographer Osama Fathi captured a stunning view of Perseid meteors streaking through star trails above Egypt's Western Desert, surrounded by 200 fellow astronomy enthusiasts. The mesmerizing image combines 240 exposures into a breathtaking portrait of Earth's rotation and a natural cosmic light show.
On September 12, 1992, Mae Jemison made history as the first Black woman to journey into space, breaking barriers that had stood since NASA's founding. Her eight-day mission aboard Space Shuttle Endeavour opened doors for a new generation of diverse astronauts.
Support for labor unions just hit a 60-year high as workers look for protection in an uncertain economy. Nearly half of Americans now want unions to have more influence, signaling a major shift in workplace attitudes.
While political rhetoric heats up, Mexico's economy is quietly thriving with $61 billion in exports to the U.S. and record-breaking energy production. The numbers tell a story of resilience and growing economic strength.
Hospitals are using 3D food printers to create heart-shaped chewable tablets that help children with cancer take their medication more easily. The same technology is also restoring the joy of eating for seniors who can only consume puréed food.
A striker announced his arrival in spectacular fashion, netting three goals to secure his team's maiden victory in Ghana's top football league. The historic win marks a dream start for the club making their Premier League debut.
A recovery nonprofit that started in 2022 with zero staff and no supplies just opened a new community center after helping 55,000 people battling addiction. One volunteer battled her own addiction, got sober through the program, and now manages the entire Des Moines location.
One year after her breast cancer diagnosis, Aileen Felsher will lead her town's Terry Fox Run as the 2025 ambassador. The 49-year-old recently finished treatment and now channels her experience into supporting the research that helped save her life.
Childhood cancer survivors from across Latin America have created Faros de Vida, a grassroots network providing mental health support and life reintegration tools that hospitals often don't offer. Born from a 2020 meeting where eight survivors realized they faced identical challenges despite living in different countries, the network now partners with top medical institutions to blend personal experience with clinical expertise.
After a grueling battle with a rare neurological condition, Celine Dion performed her first full concert in four years, launching a 16-date Paris residency that had fans around the world celebrating her triumphant return. The emotional two-hour show marked the end of an uncertain journey that began when she stepped away from performing in 2022.
Pop superstar Lady Gaga and her fiancé Michael Polansky have welcomed their first child together, marking a joyful new chapter for the couple who bonded over shared dreams of family. The Grammy winner, who has been open about wanting motherhood "more than anything," is now living the dream she spoke about so candidly.
The Washington Nationals refused to quit after blowing a four-run lead, battling back in the ninth inning to secure a thrilling walk-off victory against the Los Angeles Angels. CJ Abrams' heads-up baserunning in extra innings set up the game-winning play.
In Peru's Amazon, formalized gold miners are producing "clean gold" without toxic mercury, showing thousands of workers there's a better way. Despite violence and government neglect, they're protecting the rainforest while keeping their communities alive.
A 1970s bank commercial featured a love song so genuine that the Carpenters turned it into a chart-topping hit. "We've Only Just Begun" became a Grammy winner and wedding staple, proving the best ads don't feel like ads at all.
Annie Rose spent $45,000 to build her own 300-square-foot tiny home instead of paying rent, and her story reflects a growing trend among young adults. With housing costs rising 2.5 times faster than wages, more families are turning to accessory dwelling units and tiny homes as affordable alternatives.
A homeless man who played Bohemian Rhapsody on a church piano became an internet sensation overnight. Two years later, Rhys Wynne-Jones has a home, performs with British celebrities, and has raised over $50,000 for homeless charities.