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At 22 years into his Paralympic career, Azerbaijani judoka Ilham Zakiyev just claimed his 10th European championship title. The International Judo Federation called his victory one of the most symbolic moments of the competition.
Ireland's women's hockey team broke an eight-year drought with a thrilling 3-2 victory over New Zealand at the Hockey World Cup in Belgium. The team drew inspiration from Ireland's recent medal haul at European championships.
A police dog in Nebraska just received bulletproof protection thanks to a Colorado woman honoring her aunt's memory. The donation is part of a nationwide effort that's protected over 6,000 law enforcement K9s since 2009.
A warehouse in Atlanta is transforming donated bicycles into opportunities for children who need them most. Free Bikes 4 Kidz Atlanta refurbishes and distributes over 1,000 bikes annually, complete with helmets and safety training.
Thirty volunteers are stuffing backpacks with school supplies today in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, making sure students start the school year ready to learn. The Copper Country Angel Mission and Salvation Army have been collecting donations all month to help families in the Keweenaw Peninsula.
When devastating storms flooded Ohio towns and tore through Indiana with 80 mph winds, 120 disaster relief volunteers grabbed their chainsaws and work gloves to help strangers rebuild their lives. Team Rubicon's volunteer "Greyshirts" are now clearing debris, pumping out flooded homes, and restoring hope across the hardest-hit communities.
Entergy volunteers partnered with a local nonprofit to weatherize three New Orleans homes, helping families stay cool while cutting energy costs. The effort targets underserved neighborhoods where extreme heat poses the greatest risk.
A Doberman puppy teaches children about acceptance on her first day of school in a new book that proves kindness conquers fear. Part of the profits support rescue dogs finding forever homes.
Vietnam's agricultural heartland just launched its first robotics and AI research institute, bringing cutting-edge technology to one of the world's most productive farming regions. The new center promises to transform how farmers tackle climate challenges and boost crop yields.
A 72-year-old veteran's severe hand tremor vanished within minutes using a new FDA-approved ultrasound that requires no surgery. The breakthrough gives hope to millions living with Parkinson's disease.
Fifteen-year-old Shelby has worked with Shriners Children's for nearly a decade to find prosthetic solutions that match her evolving dreams, from playing ukulele to painting to learning to drive. Now she's using her experience to inspire other kids with limb differences.
An environmentalist who has spent years promoting tree conservation reveals five hardy plants perfect for new gardeners. His simple soil-switching tip could be the secret to keeping your balcony plants thriving.
A government health worker spends her midnights transforming Bengali nostalgia into intricate miniatures on her baby's bedroom floor. Murchhana Bandyopadhyay taught herself the craft by studying 500 artists online, refusing custom orders to keep her art personal.
A parenting coach's research-backed approach uses simple moments throughout the day to help families navigate tantrums and transitions. Her five strategies, including 20-second hugs and two-minute warnings, are transforming everyday challenges into connection opportunities.
After enduring physical abuse, miscarriage, and dowry harassment, an Indian mother made the hardest choice of her life: she walked away to show her daughter that self-respect matters more than staying in a broken marriage. Today, she's raising her daughter solo and teaching her the most important lesson about dignity.
A battery that lasts 20 years without wearing out just won its biggest contract yet in India's massive solar energy park. The technology could finally solve the puzzle of storing sunshine for nighttime use.
From Anne Frank's courage to the Wright Brothers' persistence, these seven books offer timeless wisdom from people who transformed history. Their stories prove that anyone can make a difference through determination, creativity, and hope.
A Pune-based company just became the first in India to pass rigorous international safety testing for batteries made from materials the country already has. Rechargion Energy's sodium-ion cells could help India break free from expensive imported lithium batteries.