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Archaeologists discovered 22 intact painted coffins belonging to temple singers near Luxor, Egypt, still sealed after nearly three millennia. The rare find includes eight unopened papyrus scrolls that could reveal secrets about ancient religious life.
Swim Sista Swim is transforming how Black women in the UK experience water, creating safe spaces where they can learn at their own pace. Even confident swimmers are finding community and belonging they never had before.
Meta is launching new AI technology to identify and remove accounts belonging to children under 13 from Instagram and Facebook. The move aims to create safer online spaces for young users, though experts suggest better approaches exist.
Filmmaker Aditi Anand and partner Susan Dias are raising their son together in India, redefining what family means beyond traditional labels. Their story shows how love, choice, and courage can create belonging in unexpected ways.
At Nigeria's Uzuakoli colony, 30 former leprosy patients—medically cured but socially rejected—have created their own supportive community. Despite being declared disease-free, they've built families and found belonging where society wouldn't accept them back.
Archaeologists in Luxor have unsealed a burial chamber untouched for over 2,600 years, revealing 22 coffins belonging to women who sang sacred songs in ancient Egypt's temples. The discovery includes sealed jars that may contain perfectly preserved materials from millennia ago.
Thousands gathered in Boston for the 24th annual Haitian American Unity Parade, celebrating a community that continues to shape Massachusetts through culture, civic leadership, and resilience. The parade has become more than a tradition—it's a powerful statement of pride and belonging.
Growing up surrounded by grandparents, cousins, and constant company creates emotional anchors that last a lifetime. Indian joint families are teaching children empathy, belonging, and resilience through everyday moments.
After Japan's devastating 2011 tsunami, scientists discovered that the ancient concept of "ibasho" (belonging and social connection) helped survivors recover mentally and rebuild their lives. Communities that fostered these bonds saw better long-term mental health outcomes and reduced dementia risks.
York College honored graduates from underrepresented communities at its third annual luncheon, celebrating students with disabilities, veterans, and LGBTQ+ Cardinals. The May event has grown into a beloved tradition recognizing resilience and belonging.
A Madison County donation drive is gathering suitcases to give homeless families dignity as they rebuild their lives. The simple act of providing luggage helps shelter residents carry their belongings with pride during their fresh start.
Egyptian archaeologists just discovered 10 ancient wooden coffins hidden for over 3,500 years in Luxor, including one belonging to a temple singer named Merit. The find also revealed new titles and positions never before seen in historical records, adding fresh chapters to our understanding of ancient Egyptian society.
Shaurya Manglik became Arizona State University's first international student body president at just 18 years old, managing a $1 million budget and advocating alongside senators. Now graduating with honors in robotics engineering, he's proving that belonging isn't about where you're from.
Researchers analyzed data from 60,000 people across 123 countries and found that safety, belonging, and stable self-esteem predict life satisfaction better than career success. The findings explain why high achievers often feel hollow despite checking every box.
When Troy left his bag of hair clippers on a subway, he thought they were gone forever. Thanks to NYC Transit's lost and found team, he got them back along with 3,000 other people reunited with their belongings every month.
When severe storms flooded 26 informal settlements around Cape Town, leaving families stranded in knee-deep water with nowhere to go, Gift of the Givers immediately mobilized to help. The humanitarian organization is providing emergency relief to thousands of residents whose homes, belongings, and sense of security were swept away in 48 hours of relentless rain.
Seventy volunteers, including campers with disabilities, transformed Camp Capella in Dedham, Maine during an annual spring cleanup that prepares the accessible summer camp for its nine-week season. The event showcases how a community gives back to a place that has given them years of joy and belonging.
After six years away, India is making a stunning comeback at the world's most prestigious art exhibition with five artists celebrating home through traditional crafts. Their work proves that ancient techniques can speak powerfully to modern questions about belonging and change.
Australian street artist Peter Drew has spent a decade plastering 5,000 handmade posters across the country, celebrating overlooked faces in Australian history. His self-funded project challenges who gets to be called "Aussie" and sparks conversations about belonging in communities nationwide.
Nigerian artist Eniwaye Oluwaseyi is showcasing deeply personal work across Paris and Luxembourg that celebrates cultural roots and belonging. His double exhibition "Buried roots up in the air" uses multi-layered compositions to explore memory and identity.
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