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A Korean company just cracked the code on recycling rare earth metals from discarded smartphones, motors, and drones. The breakthrough could help countries reduce their dependence on mining these critical materials.
The World Baseball Classic semifinal between Team USA and the Dominican Republic became the most-watched WBC game ever, pulling in over 7.3 million viewers and beating all weekend sports. Even competing against the Oscars, baseball proved America's hunger for inspiring sports moments is stronger than ever.
Matilda Amissah-Arthur told women at Deloitte Ghana that workplace visibility isn't about seeking attention, it's about creating value. Her International Women's Day message tackled the fear that keeps talented professionals from reaching their potential.
After his sister's leukemia diagnosis in 1991, Keanu Reeves became her full-time caretaker and launched a private foundation that has supported children's hospitals and cancer research for over two decades. He's donated millions and refuses to attach his name to the work.
Eight countries in Southern Africa are joining forces to tackle climate challenges threatening the Zambezi River, which millions depend on for drinking water, food, and energy. Officials from the region just wrapped up a groundbreaking knowledge exchange in Uganda, learning new ways to manage shared rivers in a changing climate.
India's electric vehicle revolution is generating major employment opportunities while tackling climate change and air pollution. A new report reveals how the country's transportation transformation will drive economic growth and create inclusive pathways for workers.
MIT physicists built a revolutionary terahertz microscope that reveals hidden quantum movements inside superconductors for the first time. This breakthrough could unlock room-temperature superconductors and faster wireless technology than anything we have today.
A new once-daily pill just won FDA approval after helping 7 out of 10 people with moderate to severe psoriasis achieve clear or nearly clear skin in clinical trials. The treatment offers hope to more than 8 million Americans living with the painful skin condition.
When actor Eric Dane lost his voice to ALS, AI technology gave it back to him so authentically that his family and nurses were moved to tears. Now the company behind it is offering free voice restoration to one million people worldwide.
Scientists just caught a supermassive black hole waking up for the first time, firing cosmic winds at 14% the speed of light. This breakthrough shows exactly when and how black holes reshape entire galaxies.
Residents of Nkwakwanua, Ghana no longer need to travel hours for healthcare after Japan and local partners opened a new health center replacing a facility that leaked, had no power, and was invaded by animals at night. The new center brings maternal care, emergency services, and reliable water to a community that once relied on torchlights during power outages.
A forgotten space beneath 22 railway arches in Manchester just became a fully furnished village for 40 people experiencing homelessness. The project brought together over 130 businesses who donated materials and expertise to create not just housing, but a pathway to permanent stability.
After eight years and two Olympic medals, Aspen's Alex Ferreira finally claimed gold in men's freeski halfpipe at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Games. The 31-year-old's flawless final run scored 93.75, capping off a journey that started with a single 360-degree spin at age 10.
Chinese researchers have successfully created the first pure hexagonal diamond, a material harder and more heat-resistant than natural diamond. This breakthrough could transform industries from mining to electronics.
German scientists discovered three bacteria species working together to digest toxic plastic chemicals that single microbes couldn't handle. The cooperative "consortium" breaks down harmful phthalates found in everyday products, opening new doors for cleaning up plastic pollution.
After winning four Olympic medals while racing through pain, Kipchoge Keino turned his farm into a school and orphanage that has educated thousands of children. The 86-year-old's legacy earned him the first-ever Olympic Laurel for his life of service.
A four-year-old Labrador named Java just became the world's first dog to attempt a clothespin world record, placing five pins on a line in 60 seconds. The former service dog in training turned her boundless energy into championship trick performances and now Guinness glory.
Nearly 1,000 abandoned crab traps were hauled from Texas bays this February, freeing hundreds of trapped marine animals and preventing years of "ghost fishing." The 24-year-old cleanup program has now removed over 46,000 deadly traps from coastal waters.
A 20-year-old star quarterback is using his platform to advocate for mental health access after battling depression while his mother fought cancer. His letter to Oregon's governor reveals how support saved him and why he's leading the charge for others.
A new steel mill in Ipswich will turn scrap metal into building materials for the 2032 Brisbane Olympics while slashing carbon emissions by 70%. The project promises 200 permanent jobs and will supply 90% of Queensland's construction steel needs.
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