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Ethiopia's $17.5B Airport and Dam Reshape Africa Economy
Planet Wins32m ago

Ethiopia's $17.5B Airport and Dam Reshape Africa Economy

Ethiopia is building Africa's largest airport and hydroelectric dam in a $17.5 billion bet that could make it East Africa's biggest economy within years. The country is now growing faster than any major African nation at 7.1 percent annually.

Regional: ethiopia development (ET)3 min read
West Virginia Squad Teaches Hands-Only CPR to Save Lives
Community Heroes33m ago

West Virginia Squad Teaches Hands-Only CPR to Save Lives

A West Virginia rescue squad is teaching hands-only CPR to their community, addressing a critical gap that leaves over half of cardiac arrest victims without help before paramedics arrive. The simple skill requires only chest compressions and can make the difference between life and death.

Google: rescue saves2 min read
Whisky Night Raises £2,100 for Ayrshire Hospice
Acts of Kindness33m ago

Whisky Night Raises £2,100 for Ayrshire Hospice

A Scottish whisky club turned their passion for fine spirits into £2,100 for hospice care. The Mudhook Whisky Club's annual charity event brought together rare whiskies, local businesses, and a community eager to make a difference.

Google: fundraiser success2 min read
Teen Raises £220K After Brain Tumor, Gets Dream Train Day
Acts of Kindness33m ago

Teen Raises £220K After Brain Tumor, Gets Dream Train Day

A 17-year-old who beat childhood cancer just raised over £220,000 for the charity that helped him. His reward? A surprise railway adventure he'll never forget.

Google: fundraiser success2 min read
Philippines Invests $433B in Clean Energy Revolution
Planet Wins33m ago

Philippines Invests $433B in Clean Energy Revolution

The Philippines is launching a massive $433 billion green energy initiative that could slash some of Southeast Asia's highest electricity bills while creating thousands of jobs. Through competitive auctions and public-private partnerships, the nation aims to triple its renewable energy capacity by 2030.

Google: clean energy investment2 min read
Brazilian Tribe Welcomes First Boy After Decades of Loss
Global News37m ago

Brazilian Tribe Welcomes First Boy After Decades of Loss

After surviving genocide and living for years as only three women, Brazil's Akuntsu tribe celebrates the birth of a baby boy who could carry on their culture. The unexpected arrival brings hope not just for the tribe's future, but for protecting their Amazon rainforest home.

ABC Australia3 min read
South Africa Captain Markram Leads Team to World Cup Semis
Sports40m ago

South Africa Captain Markram Leads Team to World Cup Semis

Aiden Markram is batting brilliantly and making smart tactical calls as South Africa reaches the T20 World Cup semifinals undefeated. The captain's growth from promising young player to confident leader is powering his team's hunt for their first World Cup title.

Daily Maverick3 min read
Journalist Tip Leads to Fugitive Drug Trafficker Arrest
Videos41m ago

Journalist Tip Leads to Fugitive Drug Trafficker Arrest

A month after Daily Maverick exposed a personal trainer's secret past, police arrested the internationally wanted drug trafficker hiding in plain sight at a Cape Town gym. The investigation shows how dedicated journalism protects communities.

Daily Maverick2 min read
Edo Wins 111 Medals, Breaks 24-Year Sports Drought
Sports41m ago

Edo Wins 111 Medals, Breaks 24-Year Sports Drought

Team Edo just ended a 24-year wait for sporting glory by dominating the Niger Delta Games with 111 medals on home soil. Over 3,000 athletes from nine states competed in what organizers called a platform for discovering the region's next Olympians.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
Vietnam-China Border Sees 1 Million Travelers in 2026
Planet Wins41m ago

Vietnam-China Border Sees 1 Million Travelers in 2026

Over 1 million people crossed between Vietnam and China through Hekou Port by February 2026, marking a 12.7% jump from last year. Better trains and easier border crossings are turning the region into a thriving travel hub.

Google News - Vietnam Growth2 min read
150 Minutes of Exercise Per Week Makes Your Brain Younger
Health & Wellness46m ago

150 Minutes of Exercise Per Week Makes Your Brain Younger

Scientists discovered that working out just 2.5 hours weekly can reverse brain aging by nearly a year. The best part? It works even if you've been inactive for most of your life.

Mens Health2 min read
New Mexico Veggie Burger Plant Rebuilt After Factory Fire
Solutions46m ago

New Mexico Veggie Burger Plant Rebuilt After Factory Fire

When a devastating fire destroyed a veggie burger factory in cattle country, the owner faced an impossible choice. What happened next transformed a small New Mexico town and proved plant-based food could thrive anywhere.

Fast Company2 min read
Spider Silk Helps Surgeons Repair Severed Nerves
Innovation46m ago

Spider Silk Helps Surgeons Repair Severed Nerves

A UK surgeon is using golden orb-web spider silk to help damaged nerves heal across gaps too large for the body to repair on its own. The natural material acts as a scaffold that lasts 150 days instead of just 10, potentially eliminating the need for painful donor nerve grafts.

Optimist Daily3 min read
Europe's €33 Trillion Could Fund Green Tech at Home
Solutions49m ago

Europe's €33 Trillion Could Fund Green Tech at Home

Europeans keep 34% of their wealth in low-interest accounts while the continent needs €620 billion yearly for green and digital projects. New tech is making it easier for everyday savers to invest directly in European innovation.

Euronews2 min read
Germany Now Supplying Natural Gas to Ukraine
Global News49m ago

Germany Now Supplying Natural Gas to Ukraine

Germany has started sending natural gas to Ukraine through a new LNG terminal, opening a critical energy lifeline as Ukraine faces its toughest winter yet. The shipments mark the first time Germany has directly supplied gas to its war-torn ally.

Euronews2 min read
Thai Developer Invests $28M to Grow Local Small Businesses
Solutions49m ago

Thai Developer Invests $28M to Grow Local Small Businesses

A Bangkok property developer is putting $28 million toward helping small businesses grow up to 10 times their size. The program aims to strengthen Thailand's economy while building stronger communities.

Bangkok Post3 min read
Penn State Meetup Sparks Global Student Innovation
Innovation50m ago

Penn State Meetup Sparks Global Student Innovation

Students from four countries teamed up at Penn State last December to tackle real-world challenges with AI and emerging tech. The week-long program brought together 50 young minds who turned ideas into working prototypes.

Google News - School Innovation3 min read
AI Reveals Rooftops Could Power Solar Without Land Fights
Planet Wins54m ago

AI Reveals Rooftops Could Power Solar Without Land Fights

New research using artificial intelligence shows we can reach net-zero emissions without covering farmland in solar panels. The secret? Rooftops, brownfields, and smarter design.

PV Magazine3 min read
China Opens World's Largest Hybrid Battery Storage Plant
Planet Wins54m ago

China Opens World's Largest Hybrid Battery Storage Plant

A massive energy storage facility in China's Gobi Desert just proved that combining two different battery types can keep power grids stable and reliable. The system pairs quick-response lithium batteries with long-lasting vanadium flow batteries to store renewable energy at unprecedented scale.

PV Magazine2 min read
Volvo Puts 5,700 Electric Trucks on Roads Across 50 Nations
Videos57m ago

Volvo Puts 5,700 Electric Trucks on Roads Across 50 Nations

Volvo is channeling record profits into building the world's largest fleet of electric heavy trucks, with over 5,700 battery-powered vehicles already hauling freight across 50 countries. The Swedish truckmaker just unveiled a new long-range electric semi that can travel 600 kilometers and recharge during a driver's lunch break.

CleanTechnica3 min read

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