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TV chef Matt Tebbutt is asking people to swap one supermarket meal deal for a £4 donation that feeds 40 hungry children at school for a day. The campaign supports Mary's Meals, a charity providing daily meals to over three million children in 16 of the world's poorest countries.
A British-backed investment fund has brought electricity to 46 million people across developing countries while creating over 256,000 green jobs. The Ayrton Fund's success shows how clean energy can fight poverty and build thriving economies at the same time.
Scientists in Finland discovered that touching soil, trees, and plants for just 20 seconds dramatically increases beneficial bacteria on your skin and strengthens your immune system. The findings are transforming how daycares approach outdoor play.
Brisbane just unveiled a massive 80-tonne mechanical barrier that descends from the ceiling to protect its deepest underground train station from flooding. The ingenious "Esky Lid" can seal off the station entrance and withstand floods that would only happen once every 10,000 years.
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Ken Theobold was told he had two years to live after a blood cancer diagnosis in 2018. Today, he's traveling in his motorhome and watching his grandchildren grow up.
Two major reports are helping countries rethink how they measure success beyond just money. The approach focuses on whether nations are leaving enough resources and opportunities for future generations to thrive.
The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope launched in August as the first space telescope named after a woman, honoring the scientist who built NASA's space astronomy program against all odds. Her legacy just saved the mission from cancellation and opened new windows into our universe.
After a data breach forced UK Biobank offline for five months, the world's most valuable health research database is reopening with stronger protections. The response shows how institutions can rebuild trust while keeping vital research moving forward.
A ninth-tier London footballer has been selected to become king of Uganda's Tooro Kingdom, but he's torn between his family life in England and royal duty. George Kamurasi now faces the biggest decision of his life.
New technology installed directly on cargo ships is now capturing up to 40% of their carbon emissions, offering a practical solution while the shipping industry waits for cleaner fuels to become available.
A new AI-powered imaging system in Scotland can automatically scan millions of cells to catch rare disease signals that would take scientists hours to find manually. The technology will help researchers across the UK study everything from cancer to aging without leaving their labs.
A Hindu religious group issued an apology after their visit to Paris's Eiffel Tower sparked a staff strike over alleged exclusion of female workers. The incident led to temporary closure of the iconic landmark but ended with acknowledgment and reconciliation.
A tiny German town smaller than most college campuses just beat defending champions and sits ahead of Bayern Munich in the top soccer league. Elversberg's fairytale rise from near-collapse to perfect record is rewriting what's possible in professional sports.
After three years of fighting for recognition, Afghanistan's exiled women's national soccer team can now officially compete internationally. Despite being banned from playing in their homeland, these athletes are building their future from across the globe.
A 133-year-old music association in Chennai is bringing Henry Purcell's baroque masterpiece to life with a cast of college students and young professionals. The production marks the first time the historic group has tackled the celebrated English opera.
Apurva Arthur just made history as the first woman to complete her debut performance on the mizhavu, a centuries-old percussion instrument at India's prestigious Kerala Kalamandalam. Her journey from hearing the copper pot drum once in Bengaluru to mastering its complex rhythms shows how passion can break through tradition.
Ghana is preparing its workforce for the electric vehicle revolution with a proposed specialized training centre to teach mechanics how to service EVs. The initiative aims to ensure the country can maintain the growing number of electric vehicles entering its market.
Ghana is requiring half its cocoa beans to be processed domestically, keeping more profits in the country that grows the world-famous crop. Germany is backing the bold move that could transform Ghana from a raw material exporter into a chocolate manufacturing powerhouse.