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Massive offshore wind turbines standing in Atlantic Ocean waters off Rhode Island coast
planet

Revolution Wind: 61 Turbines Now Power New England Homes

The first offshore wind farm delivering clean energy to Connecticut is 95% complete, with 61 massive turbines already spinning off Rhode Island's coast. By year's end, the Revolution Wind project will reach full power after three years of construction.

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Rows of solar panels beneath bright Texas sky with battery storage facilities in background
innovation

Texas Solar Boom Shows Path Forward for Clean Energy Growth

While clean energy projects wait years to connect nationwide, Texas is bringing solar and battery storage online at record speed. One CEO reveals how the state cracked the code and what it means for America's energy future.

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** Neuroscientist Lisa Monteggia speaking at TEDxNashvilleWomen about depression research and fast-acting treatments
health

New Depression Drug Works in Hours, Not Weeks

A neuroscientist reveals that depression isn't just a chemical imbalance, and a decades-old drug could offer relief within hours instead of weeks. The discovery could transform how millions of people find help for depression.

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Keanna MacInnes celebrates gold medal victory at European Aquatics Championships in Paris
sports

Britain Tops European Aquatics with 14 Golds in Paris

Great Britain claimed the top spot at the European Aquatics Championships in Paris, winning 14 gold medals across swimming, diving, and artistic swimming. Keanna MacInnes sealed the victory with two golds on the final day, including a dramatic relay finish that beat Italy by just a tenth of a second.

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British sprinter Amy Hunt celebrates with arms raised after winning gold medal at European Championships
sports

Amy Hunt Wins 4 Golds in 7 Days at European Championships

British sprinter Amy Hunt made history by winning four gold medals in seven days at the European Championships in Birmingham, including both the 100m and 200m individual titles. The 24-year-old's remarkable comeback from a fully ruptured tendon shows what determination can achieve.

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Close-up detail of the ancient Bayeux Tapestry showing colorful embroidered medieval figures and Latin text
kindness

UK Kids Reimagine 1,000-Year-Old Tapestry's Missing End

British schoolchildren will design and stitch a hopeful new ending for the Bayeux Tapestry, replacing its lost battle scenes with visions of "a better tomorrow." The winning designs will be displayed alongside the nearly 1,000-year-old embroidery during its first visit to England since it was created.

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Delivery rider waiting at red traffic light while checking smartphone app in Chinese city
solutions

China Pauses Delivery Timers at Red Lights in 6 Cities

Delivery platforms in China now stop the clock when riders wait at red lights, removing the pressure that led thousands to risk their lives rushing through intersections. Over a million riders will benefit by year's end.

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** Gold bars being processed at refinery facility in Ghana for national reserves
solutions

Ghana Secures 30% of Gold Output to Build National Reserves

Ghana just locked in an agreement to keep 30% of its large-scale gold production at home, building up strategic reserves to strengthen the economy. The move aims to protect the cedi and reduce dependence on foreign loans by 2028.

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Young people and elders playing traditional Goan games together at parish celebration in India
kindness

Indian Parish Revives Traditional Games to Unite Youth

A Catholic parish in Goa, India, is bringing generations together through traditional playground games, counters screen time with cultural celebration. Their annual FREEDOM event has transformed how young people connect with their heritage and community.

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Map highlighting Cheyenne Wyoming as headquarters for international humanitarian poverty reduction network
solutions

Entrepreneur Brings Global Poverty Plan to 30+ Countries

After nearly 30 years in Hawaii, humanitarian Morad Shaker has chosen Cheyenne, Wyoming as headquarters for an ambitious poverty-reduction initiative expanding to over 30 nations. The move includes opportunities for 50,000 Wyoming residents to participate in the program.

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Sofia Nona and colleagues sorting recyclable bottles and cans on Badu Island Torres Strait
solutions

Torres Strait Island Creates 5 Jobs in Waste Cleanup Push

A First Nations company on Badu Island is turning environmental cleanup into career opportunities. Thanks to a federal remote jobs program, five locals now have work keeping their island paradise pristine.

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Samsung executives pose with teenage International Mathematical Olympiad gold medalists at award ceremony
kindness

Samsung Awards Scholarships to Korea's Science Olympiad Winners

Samsung is investing in Korea's brightest young scientists by awarding scholarships to teenage medalists from international science competitions. The tech giant's support extends beyond prize money to funding the entire journey from team selection to global competition.

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Modern data center facility with solar panels and wind turbines generating renewable energy for computing infrastructure
planet

Tencent Doubles Green Energy to 48.5% While Scaling AI

Tech giant Tencent more than doubled its renewable energy use in one year while massively expanding AI infrastructure, proving clean tech and innovation can grow together. The company's CEO says AI itself will solve the climate challenges it creates.

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One-of-a-kind Ferrari Luce electric supercar with mother-of-pearl exterior at California auction
kindness

Ferrari's First EV Raises $40M for Education at Auction

A one-of-a-kind Ferrari Luce electric supercar just sold for $40 million at a charity auction, with every penny going to educational programs. The record-breaking sale shows how luxury meets purpose when innovation gets a heart.

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Modern electric vehicle charging at station with price reduction sign visible nearby
solutions

Used Electric Vehicles Now More Affordable Than Ever

Electric vehicle prices are dropping fast as the market matures, creating the best buying opportunity yet for eco-conscious drivers. More supply, better technology, and market competition are making clean transportation accessible to more Americans.

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Bright silicone wristband stamped with "I Gave Birth" text worn on woman's wrist
health

Simple Wristband Helps Cut Postpartum Deaths Across the US

A silicone "I Gave Birth" wristband is helping save new mothers' lives by reminding them and emergency responders about dangerous postpartum health risks. Nearly 50 hospitals across 27 states have adopted the program, with early results showing promise in reducing complications.

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