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Amazon is bringing 30-minute drone delivery to nearly 500 American cities by the end of 2026, a sixfold expansion that will put ultrafast delivery within reach of tens of millions of people. The service already delivered hundreds of thousands of packages this year.
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Scientists used MRI scans to prove what dog lovers have long suspected: our furry friends can actually distinguish between different human emotions, even telling fear apart from sadness. The groundbreaking study reveals dogs process happy, angry, and scared faces using different parts of their brain.
Scientists discovered ancient sea creature soft tissue preserved for 450 million years, offering a stunning glimpse into life before dinosaurs. The one-in-a-million find reveals how Earth's earliest reef animals fed and evolved.
Scientists discovered a massive ancient cliff system that may explain how the Grand Canyon's deepest rocks were exposed nearly a billion years before the Colorado River carved the iconic landscape. The finding also helps solve one of geology's greatest mysteries: where a billion years of rock disappeared to.
Scientists discovered that GDF15, a hormone known for weight loss, can actually shield the liver from dangerous inflammation through a completely separate pathway. This finding could help millions living with advanced fatty liver disease who still face inflammation even after losing weight.
Malaysia is building its own semiconductor industry from the ground up, aiming to design and manufacture its first locally developed computer chips by 2030. The ambitious plan includes training 10,000 engineers and giving local companies access to cutting-edge British chip technology.
Malaysia is fast-tracking its tech workforce with a goal to train 5,000 people in advanced chip technology by 2027. The country is partnering with global tech giant Arm Limited to build a skilled semiconductor industry and keep homegrown talent working at home.
Thailand is transforming its ancient massage traditions into a booming health economy with its first national wellness expo. Over 50,000 visitors will experience free traditional massages, VR heritage displays, and business opportunities that could position Thailand as a global wellness hub.
Ethiopia's AI Institute is teaming up with Russia to advance artificial intelligence capabilities and digital transformation. The partnership will focus on research collaboration, skills training, and technology sharing between the two nations.
Two Ohio foundations matched community donations to help GoPacks fight child food insecurity, turning local generosity into twice the impact. The $5,000 gifts ensure more families get healthy food and resources.
Children navigating Alabama's family court system often have one constant person in their corner: a trained volunteer advocate. Now Jefferson County CASA is searching for 30 more volunteers to help 175 kids facing tough situations find their way forward.
A butterfly once so common scientists didn't bother counting them nearly vanished by 2022, with only nine left in the wild. Now, thanks to two zoos and dedicated researchers, nearly 1,300 Poweshiek skipperlings flew free this summer in their Michigan prairie homes.
A butterfly on the brink of global extinction is making a comeback in Michigan, thanks to dedicated habitat restoration efforts. The Poweshiek skipperling, once thought doomed, now has real hope for survival.
Two philanthropic funds backed by Leonardo DiCaprio and Jeff Bezos just donated $200 million to protect the world's most endangered animals. The Phoenix Species Project will fund conservation efforts for 100 critically threatened species, including the vaquita porpoise with fewer than 15 left alive.
Las Vegas Raiders quarterbacks Kirk Cousins and Fernando Mendoza are building a strong mentorship rooted in football wisdom and shared Christian faith. The veteran and rookie's relationship shows how NFL teams can balance competition with genuine support.
Nathan Beard captured an intimate moment of his aunt recovering from a fall in Thailand, winning Australia's top photography prize. She passed away in July, never knowing the award she helped him achieve.
Surgeons in Hong Kong just completed the city's first robot-assisted pelvic fracture surgery, turning one of medicine's most dangerous procedures into a safer, gentler option for elderly patients. The breakthrough slashes blood loss from one liter to just a few tablespoons.
After a long car trip, parenting coach Shivani Tyagi told her daughter she was exhausted instead of hiding it. The simple moment sparked a powerful lesson about healthy emotional expression.