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Spain just earned 794 Blue Flags for its beaches, marinas and boats, the highest number ever awarded to any country. The eco-certification means cleaner water, safer swimming, and better accessibility for millions of beachgoers.
Marine biologists witnessed something extraordinary off Loreto, Mexico: an albino blue whale, one of the rarest sightings in marine biology history. The discovery caps a record-breaking season that shows endangered blue whales are thriving in protected waters.
Thirteen high school teams packed TCO Stadium for Minnesota's flag football championship, showing exactly why the sport deserves official recognition. With 104 schools fielding teams and the Olympics adding flag football in 2028, momentum is building fast.
Tom Brady threw a touchdown on his first play back, but the real story was Team USA's flag football squad showing why they're the best in the world. With the sport heading to the 2028 LA Olympics, elite flag football players proved they can outplay NFL legends.
Professional flag football players proved their sport requires unique mastery, sweeping NFL stars in all three games at the inaugural Fanatics Flag Football Classic. The decisive wins make a compelling case for who should represent America at the 2028 Olympics. ##
Community members in Rome, Georgia gathered on Broad Street to celebrate Flag Day, intentionally creating a diverse event focused on healing and bringing people together. Organizer Karen Dobson designed the celebration to remind neighbors they're more alike than different.
NASA astronauts now have a full-scale Blue Moon lander mockup to train in at Johnson Space Center, bringing humanity one step closer to returning to the lunar surface. The arrival marks a major milestone in the Artemis program's quest to establish a permanent moon presence.
The rare Blue Moon happening May 31st isn't just a calendar quirk. It's a reminder of humanity's ancient connection to our cosmic companion overhead.
Tonight's full moon is a double rarity: a blue moon and a micromoon happening at once. The celestial show peaks at 4:45 a.m. ET on Sunday, May 31, and won't happen again until 2027.
A lawsuit has successfully restored the rainbow Pride flag to New York's Stonewall National Monument after it was quietly removed two months ago. The settlement marks a meaningful win for LGBTQ advocates and preserves the historic symbol at the birthplace of the modern gay rights movement.
Just days after a devastating rocket explosion, Blue Origin's CEO announced an ambitious six-month timeline to rebuild and return to flight. Despite skepticism, the company has federal support and a solid plan forward.
When a homophobic neighbor told a father he "failed as a parent" for having two LGBTQ kids, his response was simple and stunning. He filled his entire backyard with parade-sized rainbow pride flags.
Flag football will make its Olympic debut at the 2028 Los Angeles Games, creating a massive new opportunity for young women and girls worldwide. NFL executive Troy Vincent Sr. says this gentler version of the sport is sparking a global movement.
A blue micromoon will light up the sky this weekend, and skywatchers won't see another one until December 2028. Southern Hemisphere viewers get an extra treat when the moon passes in front of a bright star.
A Quebec family doctor is trading his stethoscope for a shot at Olympic glory as flag football prepares for its 2028 debut. Athletes across Canada are competing for spots on the team heading to Germany this August, where the top two finishers earn Olympic berths.
Blue Origin is partnering with NASA to protect Earth from dangerous asteroids using ion beams and high-speed impacts. The NEO Hunter mission will scan, deflect, and divert space rocks before they can threaten our planet.
Jeff Bezos just joined SpaceX in the reusable rocket club. Blue Origin's New Glenn booster successfully launched and landed for the second time, marking a major milestone in making space travel more affordable.
Missing the rare Blue Micromoon on May 31, 2026? Italian astronomers are offering a front-row seat through a free livestream that brings this celestial wonder to anyone with an internet connection.
A tiny island nation just proved you can protect the ocean and attract investors at the same time. Seychelles launched the world's first sovereign blue bond in 2018, raising $15 million to safeguard marine life while inspiring countries worldwide to follow suit.
Eastern Michigan University becomes the first school in Michigan to add women's flag football as a varsity sport, joining a nationwide movement ahead of the sport's 2028 Olympic debut. The Eagles will start competing in spring 2027, creating fresh opportunities for student athletes in one of America's fastest-growing sports.
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