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Nations are negotiating a historic proposal to phase out bottom trawling on underwater mountains by 2027, potentially saving ancient coral reefs and marine oases that have been devastated for decades. After 20 years of calls for protection, momentum is finally building to protect these biodiversity hotspots.
Ghana is bringing back its national airline after 22 years, targeting a 2027 launch to boost African travel and trade. The revival promises to make flying across the continent easier and more affordable.
The Golden State Valkyries are on the verge of winning the WNBA championship in just their second season, leading the Atlanta Dream 3-2 after a defensive masterclass in Game 5. Veteran Kiah Stokes is proving that experience and steady leadership can transform an expansion team into champions.
New government data shows more than 85% of Saudi children under five are hitting key milestones in health, learning, and emotional development. The findings reveal strong early childhood progress, with girls slightly outpacing boys across most measures.
A Malaysian company is transforming local crops into nutritious plant-based beverages, helping the nation reduce food imports while creating jobs. Pure Mylk's innovative technology keeps products fresh longer without refrigeration, making healthy food accessible across Southeast Asia.
A New Jersey community is rolling up its sleeves to restore native habitats in three local parks. The November 1 event welcomes helpers of all ages and skill levels to make a real difference.
American wind energy is surging back to life with turbine orders reaching their highest point in nearly two years. Developers are racing to lock in clean energy projects, signaling renewed confidence in the country's renewable future.
A Japanese teenager made history in 1992 by becoming the youngest swimmer ever to win Olympic gold. Kyoko Iwasaki's come-from-behind victory in Barcelona remains unmatched more than three decades later.
Ghana and Canada have signed a cooperation agreement to strengthen economic ties, expand educational opportunities, and create more organized pathways for workers. The partnership covers trade, mining, aviation, and renewable energy development.
A high school senior's medical training turned a Friday night football game into a life-saving moment when she performed the Heimlich maneuver on a choking child. The city of St. Marys honored Alaina Ruvoldt with its rare Community Hero Award.
A Buffalo workforce center that's already trained 1,800 students for good-paying jobs is now preparing workers for the booming clean energy sector. The new $4.2 million lab will teach students to install and maintain the systems that power the buildings of tomorrow.
Scientists say modern medicine has transformed the plague from a civilization-ending pandemic into a treatable disease. Despite 3,800 infections worldwide since 2019, antibiotics and public health advances mean we'll never see another Black Death.
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Nearly 700,000 Americans who served in Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm finally have a place of honor on the National Mall. The $42 million memorial, funded entirely by private donations, opened this weekend to remember the courage of those who served and the 300 who never came home.
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When conservators removed century-old murals from a French abbey's walls for the first time, they discovered colorful sketches by the same artist hidden underneath. The unexpected find reveals how master painter Odilon Redon prepared his masterwork.
A Verizon leader turned a health setback during her MIT AI course into an opportunity to meet twice as many peers and co-write a book helping other executives navigate artificial intelligence. Prabha Jha's journey shows how embracing the unexpected can lead to even better outcomes.
Researchers built Lumina, the largest simulation ever of the early universe, giving astronomers a powerful new tool to unlock cosmic mysteries. The digital cosmos recreates how stars, galaxies, and black holes emerged after the Big Bang.
A scorching planet 280 light-years away defies expectations by maintaining a thick atmosphere that reflects 75% of starlight. Scientists believe clouds of minerals act like a protective shield while molten rock continuously feeds fresh gases into the air.
A tiny bee with black and white stripes, once found only on England's east and south coasts, has made a surprising 200-mile journey to restored wetlands in Somerset. The discovery shows how bringing damaged habitats back to life can attract rare species scientists never expected.