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A cognitive neuroscientist built an AI version of herself to support her teenage son during work trips. The innovation sparked conversation about creative ways parents are using technology to stay present.
For the first time ever, adaptive judo athletes competed alongside world champions on the same mats at a major tournament. The groundbreaking event in Lausanne brought together Olympians, future stars, and athletes of all abilities to celebrate judo's inclusive spirit.
A Danish woman who heard tormenting voices for nearly three decades found relief through an experimental virtual reality treatment that had her confront her hallucinations face-to-face. The therapy helped 270 patients reduce their symptoms in just seven sessions.
Ondo State in Nigeria has reduced its domestic debt by more than 82% while attracting $4 billion in investments and creating 6,000 new jobs. The transformation happened in just 18 months under Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa's leadership.
A New Hampshire town will ring bells across the region to celebrate the peace treaty that ended the Russo-Japanese War 121 years ago. The tradition honors citizen diplomacy and the moment President Theodore Roosevelt won the Nobel Peace Prize.
An expedition to remote underwater mountains in the Indian Ocean has discovered 149 species never seen before, including glowing-eyed fish and translucent sea cucumbers. The team explored volcanic seamounts up to 120 million years old that had never been studied.
Three senior dogs are making history as the first canine security patrol at a major British train station. Riley, Buster, and Flo bring both safety and smiles to thousands of daily commuters in their final job before retirement.
Egypt begins test runs of its first high-speed electric train this September, connecting resort towns and industrial ports across 660 kilometers. The ambitious network will eventually span 2,000 kilometers across three lines, transforming how Egyptians travel and move goods.
Omidullah Alizadah fled Afghanistan after violence ended his Olympic dreams, but he's finding new purpose in Kenya's Kakuma Refugee Camp. One of his students just made the Youth Olympic Games.
NASA's newest space observatory lifts off this Sunday to map billions of galaxies and unlock mysteries of dark energy and dark matter. The Roman Space Telescope represents a giant leap forward in understanding our universe.
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Scientists confirm that Australia's 50,000-year-old rock art collection survived industrial pollution, and current emissions pose no ongoing threat. The finding allows industry and heritage to coexist with proper monitoring.
Illinois just became the first state to create a legal pathway for super-fast electric bikes that go up to 40 mph. The new law treats these powerful machines more like motorcycles, requiring registration and insurance to keep roads safer for everyone.
Saudi Arabia will welcome over 10,000 water innovators from 140 countries to tackle the world's water challenges with real solutions. The conference offers $10 million in prizes for breakthrough water technologies.
Ventures Platform just closed an $84 million fund to invest in African tech startups, exceeding its goal despite a tough global market. The oversubscribed fund proves investors are betting big on Africa's next generation of innovators.
Two-time Paralympic champion Danielle Dorris led Canada to its first medal at the Para Pan Pacific Swimming Championships, touching the wall first but earning silver based on the sport's unique scoring system. The 23-year-old from Moncton also helped set a Canadian record in relay competition.
Over 1,300 students, faculty, and staff from Austin Peay State University donated more than 3,000 hours to help 33 nonprofits across their Tennessee community. From packaging meals for hungry families to donating blood during a national shortage, the volunteers kicked off their semester by giving back to the place they call home.
Remote Area Medical will bring free dental, vision, and medical care to Fort Smith, Arkansas, and they need your help. The two-day clinic could serve hundreds of people who can't afford healthcare.
President Trump awarded the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the Artemis II crew and established a new Space Force Academy. The Houston ceremony included a call to astronauts aboard the International Space Station.