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Scientists discovered a uniquely human gene that slows brain development for years, possibly explaining why we have such remarkable thinking abilities. The gene keeps immune cells in our brains developing until age eight, creating stronger neural networks.
A young nature lover discovered one of only a handful of Queen of Spain fritillary butterflies spotted in England this year. Her find at Cornwall's Eden Project highlights how warmer weather is bringing more rare visitors to British shores.
South Korea's three largest shipbuilders are teaming up to develop homegrown software that designs ships for icy polar conditions. The move could position the nation as a leader in Arctic shipping as new routes open up.
Ethiopia's diverse communities will gather in historic Jimma this September to celebrate national unity and cultural exchange. The event follows the country's recent elections and national dialogue process, marking a fresh chapter in building bridges across communities.
South Korea brought together officials from 29 nations and five international organizations to tackle the growing threat of sophisticated cross-border drug trafficking. The meeting marks 37 years of global cooperation aimed at keeping communities safe from drug crime.
When glacier collapse triggered devastating floods across Nepal, over 20,000 rescue workers mobilized in one of the region's largest emergency operations. In just five days, teams have saved more than 10,451 people through coordinated ground and air efforts.
When monsoon floods displaced over 21,000 families in the Philippines, Manila Water Foundation's emergency response team delivered 2,800 gallons of safe drinking water and 200 hygiene kits within days. Their quick action protected thousands of vulnerable children and seniors from waterborne disease during a critical time.
Central Florida's Colombian community is filling a United Nations cargo plane with relief supplies after a devastating earthquake destroyed 160,000 homes. What started with a casual conversation with Colombia's first lady turned into a massive volunteer effort.
One of 43 missing Australians has been discovered alive in Tibet, six days after catastrophic floods struck the Nepal-China border. The survivor has reunited with family by phone and is receiving consular support.
After Apollo 11 sparked her childhood dream, T K Anuradha became ISRO's first woman satellite project director. In 2011, she led an all-woman team that guided a communication satellite thousands of kilometers into space.
Citizens are fighting to protect Lalbagh, a 240-acre urban oasis in Bengaluru that houses 2,150 plant species, centuries-old trees, and 3-billion-year-old rocks. A proposed tunnel project has sparked debate about preserving irreplaceable green spaces in India's fast-growing cities.
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Thirteen women from around the world conquered Peru's legendary Cordillera Huayhuash trek, pushing through altitude sickness and freezing nights to summit passes over 5,000 meters. Their journey proves what becomes possible when women support each other through the hardest challenges.
Scientists are engineering tiny bacteria that could slash fertilizer emissions while saving farmers money. These smart microbes wait until soil nitrogen drops, then flip a genetic switch to start feeding crops naturally.
NASA's $4 billion Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope separated from its rocket 31 minutes after launch, marking a rare spaceflight achievement: finishing ahead of schedule and under budget. The next-generation observatory is now headed to its cosmic parking spot to unlock mysteries of dark matter and distant worlds.
Mexico's Nuevo León state is investing $200 million with Texas to build three new bridges by 2028, potentially quadrupling border crossing capacity. The move could transform one of North America's busiest trade corridors into a superhighway of commerce.
China just hit a historic milestone: solar energy capacity has officially overtaken coal-fired power for the first time ever. The world's largest greenhouse gas emitter is making massive strides toward its 2060 carbon neutrality goal.
Home air conditioning saves over 5,000 lives annually in the United States by preventing heat-related deaths, according to groundbreaking Yale research. The study reveals that moderate AC use cuts heat mortality in half without needing maximum cooling.
A muddy peat bog in rural Wales just hosted its 40th annual World Bog Snorkelling Championships, where competitors race through murky water using only flippers and snorkels. What started as a quirky tourism idea four decades ago has become a beloved tradition that brings joy to a small Welsh town every summer.