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A UC Riverside doctoral student discovered 12 new insect species and named an entire genus after Taylor Swift. The blonde and red insects mirror Swift's iconic look while shining a light on biodiversity.
Maine is making two road tunnels bigger so moose, bears, and deer can safely cross beneath busy highways. The $9.3 million project could prevent thousands of dangerous collisions every year.
Europe is stepping up with a bold 10-year, $11.6 billion plan to become a true space power, not just a passenger hitching rides from others. The move could create thousands of jobs while securing the continent's independence in the final frontier.
A Canadian university is honoring Indigenous communities with a full month of activities leading up to National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The programming creates space for learning, healing, and meaningful action.
Two-thirds of Utah voters want to restore protections for Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments, new polling reveals. The findings show strong public support for tribal involvement in managing these sacred lands.
A Portland nonprofit is teaching high school students to discover something no social media algorithm can touch: their inherent wholeness. Peace in Schools has helped over 7,000 teenagers build resilience through a for-credit mindfulness class that research shows particularly benefits struggling students.
A pediatrician explains how simple mindfulness habits help people stay grounded during chaotic moments and create positive ripple effects in their communities. The practice that starts with self-care ends up benefiting everyone around us.
As 92% of contractors struggle to find workers and the U.S. faces a shortage of 4.5 million homes, construction robots are stepping in to help build our future. One company's fleet of bricklaying bots is showing how automation can solve labor shortages without replacing workers who don't exist.
Scientists at MIT have created injectable nanoantennas smaller than a human hair that kill aggressive brain cancer cells wirelessly while leaving healthy tissue completely unharmed. In tests with the deadliest form of brain cancer, the technology extended survival by more than 50 percent with no side effects.
One year after Mexico's first-ever popular judicial elections, the Supreme Court reports clearing 97% of inherited cases while prioritizing Indigenous communities and marginalized groups. The transformed court is bringing justice closer to those who've historically struggled to access it.
American tennis star Coco Gauff pulled off a stunning comeback at the US Open, saving two match points to beat Russia's Mirra Andreeva and reach the semifinals. The 2023 champion turned a disastrous first set into an inspiring victory that had her dropping her racket in pure joy.
After 25 years of legal roadblocks, volunteers are finally cleaning up one of America's 33,000 toxic abandoned mines without fear of being sued. A bipartisan law is making it happen, starting with contaminated soil removal in Washington state.
A supermarket partnership just hit a milestone that's helping thousands of UK families afford basic dignity. Tesco and charity In Kind Direct have now distributed 6 million hygiene products to people who struggle to buy essentials like soap, shampoo, and toothpaste.
A tech leader who survived a devastating layoff just after buying a business is turning his hard-won wisdom into hope for thousands facing similar struggles. His practical roadmap is helping engineers rediscover their worth and land better roles faster.
Fog isn't just moisture, it's a living ecosystem where bacteria feast, grow, and reshape our atmosphere. Researchers worldwide are uncovering how these tiny organisms turn fleeting droplets into thriving homes.
Oscar Wilde's timeless wisdom about authenticity is resonating with people seeking confidence in a comparison-driven world. His simple message proves that being yourself isn't just easier, it's the only real option.
Scientists at Johns Hopkins have developed a therapy that could reverse Type 1 diabetes shortly after diagnosis by correcting the immune system itself, not just managing blood sugar. The breakthrough, seven years in the making, targets the root cause of the disease that affects 2.1 million Americans.
Major medical groups and insurers are stepping up to ensure Americans can still get flu, COVID-19, and RSV vaccines this fall, even as federal vaccine guidance remains disrupted. The rollout is expected to be smooth and similar to last year.