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Scientists partnered with Indigenous communities across eight countries to build the largest genetic database of Indigenous Americans ever created. Their groundbreaking research uncovered a third migration wave to South America and over a million unique genetic variants that could transform medical care.
Five South American countries just signed a historic agreement to fight organized crime together, sharing intelligence and coordinating border security. The Santiago Commitment promises concrete action to make neighborhoods safer across the region. #
Thiago Cabrejos fought through five intense matches to claim the Men's Individual South American Under-23 Squash Championship in his hometown of Lima, Peru. The Drexel University sophomore defeated Ecuador's Javier Romo in a thrilling five-game final.
A German soccer fan's viral road trip through the American South is melting hearts and changing minds about U.S. culture ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Freddy's journey from Atlanta to Houston captures the warmth and charm of Southern hospitality.
Scientists just uncovered a new dinosaur species in Morocco that rewrites what we know about prehistoric connections between continents. The 70-million-year-old titanosaur was a dwarf version of South America's largest land animals ever.
South Korea is launching 60 promising deep tech companies into North American, European, and Asian markets with targeted funding and local partnerships. The program already helped 26 companies generate $12.28 million in exports in its first year.
A solar manufacturer is building a massive factory in South Carolina that will create over 500 jobs and help America reduce its dependence on imported energy components. The $350 million facility marks an incredible comeback for a company that nearly went under just eight years ago.
Solid carbon blocks are now storing wind energy as heat and powering a major biofuel facility in South Dakota—and the entire system went from construction to operation in under 12 months. This breakthrough could transform how American factories use renewable energy.
A new wave of agricultural technology is helping American farmers cut costs and emissions, but barriers remain. One South Dakota producer shows how innovation can transform both profit margins and environmental impact.
South Korea and the United States are joining forces to revitalize American shipbuilding through two new training centers that will bring world-class expertise to struggling U.S. shipyards. The partnership will send Korean master craftspeople to train American workers and help modernize facilities across the country.
Talented Cambodian students can now earn full American technology degrees in South Korea at no cost, removing financial barriers that kept them from studying abroad. The scholarship program connects developing nations' brightest minds with world-class education.
A child psychiatrist is helping South Asian families overcome the cultural shame that keeps autism diagnoses secret for years, delaying critical care. Her work reveals how family honor and stigma create barriers that traditional healthcare systems miss entirely.
An Eastern European immigrant asked Americans to explain their famous friendliness. The wholesome responses reveal what makes American culture uniquely welcoming.
Saint Francis Indian School in South Dakota has transformed from struggling to thriving, tripling math proficiency and nearly tripling English scores since 2020. The stunning turnaround earned the school its highest rating ever from the Bureau of Indian Education.
Lucas Pinheiro Braathen made history Saturday, delivering South America's first-ever Winter Olympic gold medal in a stunning giant slalom victory in Bormio, Italy. The 25-year-old skier, racing for his mother's homeland of Brazil, held his nerve against the world's best to claim a breakthrough moment for an entire continent.
South Korea successfully launched its next-generation Earth observation satellite aboard SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket, advancing the nation's ability to manage disasters and protect its citizens. The achievement marks a major step forward in South Korea's growing space technology sector.
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South African Airways just became Africa's first major airline to let passengers pay for flights with Bitcoin, completing transactions in seconds. The move puts South Africa at the forefront of real-world cryptocurrency adoption.
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South Africa is meeting its promise to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, and a new €200-million loan from Germany will help the country speed up its shift from coal to solar and wind power. This funding is part of a global partnership helping South Africa prove that climate progress is possible.
Two new professional American football leagues are launching in Europe this spring, backed by major investors who believe local fans are finally ready for homegrown gridiron action. After decades of false starts, organizers say the secret is focusing on European players instead of importing American talent.
South Africa is partnering with global health organizations to manufacture a revolutionary twice-yearly HIV injection that could help end the pandemic. The move could bring lifesaving medication to 8 million South Africans living with HIV and millions more across the continent.
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