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A Santa Clarita magic show is turning wonder into hope, with all proceeds supporting Parkinson's disease research. The October event combines entertainment with a mission to find a cure.
Researchers at Emory University discovered that muscle cells repair themselves in a way scientists thought impossible, solving a puzzle that's stumped experts for decades. The breakthrough could lead to better treatments for heart failure and other muscle diseases.
When a musician mocked Olatunji Ajibola as a "beggar" instead of a keyboardist, the blind Nigerian producer delivered an unforgettable performance that changed minds forever. His journey from losing his sight at 10 to becoming a sought-after music producer proves talent transcends any limitation.
Ghana's Parliament has approved Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings as the nation's new Minister for Environment, Science and Technology. The medical doctor turned parliamentarian brings continental leadership experience to tackle critical environmental challenges.
New research from Harvard shows students using adaptive AI tutors achieved twice the learning gains of traditional methods. A private school network is now scaling this promising approach to 50 campuses this fall.
A young Padres fan wearing his favorite player's jersey caught a home run ball right in front of Fernando Tatis Jr., earning a heartwarming fist bump from the star. What started as a scare turned into a kid's dream come true at the ballpark.
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From saffron turbans to brilliant blue staircases, everyday life in India explodes with color that carries deep cultural and spiritual meaning. A stunning photo collection reveals how vibrant hues shape daily traditions across the country.
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A Milwaukee landlord discovered a $50,000 Picasso etching gathering dust in a vacant apartment bedroom. The artwork had been brazenly stolen from a local gallery in broad daylight back in 2018.
Amazon just signed four new wind power deals in Sweden, bringing the tech giant within reach of 1 gigawatt of wind energy capacity in the country. The company now has enough renewable energy projects in Sweden to power hundreds of thousands of homes.
After losing his seat and spending time on the sidelines, Yuki Tsunoda returned to Formula 1 racing and showed he still has what it takes. His story joins a long tradition of drivers who turned substitute appearances into full-time comebacks.
Formula 1 rookie Kimi Antonelli got to keep the real trophy from his first career win after Mercedes broke tradition. The heartfelt gesture honors a moment the young Italian driver says he'll never forget.
Twenty-four Japanese citizens born abroad just won a landmark case ensuring their passports mean equal treatment on the rugby field. Officials who tried to create a two-tier citizenship system reversed course after the players took them to court.
Two-time Paralympic gold medalist Madison de Rozario is tackling the Sydney Marathon again, calling it the toughest of all major marathons. She's joined by wheelchair racing legend Tatyana McFadden in what promises to be an inspiring showdown on the city's challenging hills.
Former Formula 1 driver Alex Ribeiro traded his racing suit for a chaplain's collar, serving athletes across multiple sports for decades. His second career even brought him back to the F1 paddock in an entirely new role.
Adrien Boichis claimed the Cross-Country Short Track world championship in a thrilling sprint to the line at Val di Sole. The 2025 U23 champion added the elite rainbow jersey in his breakout season.
Ukraine's national basketball team pulled off an exciting comeback victory against Greece, winning 82-76 in their 2027 World Cup qualifying match. The thrilling fourth-quarter surge marks the team's fifth win in seven qualifying matches.
NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope launches Sunday with vision 1,000 times faster than Hubble, ready to discover 100,000 new planets and unlock the universe's deepest mysteries. This powerhouse observatory will capture billions of galaxies in images so vast they'd need half a million HD screens to display.
A beloved Egyptian food truck in Cork, Ireland is opening its first restaurant this weekend after the community rallied to raise over €5,200. Cairo 2 Cork's brick-and-mortar location will bring authentic Egyptian dishes to Douglas Street starting Saturday.