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A 19-year-old lifeguard enjoying volleyball with friends heard desperate cries and dove into dangerous currents to rescue a struggling swimmer 90 minutes after his shift ended. His quick thinking and training turned a terrifying moment into a story of perfect timing and heroism.
Two capybara pups born in New Jersey are being raised by an entire extended family at Cape May County Zoo. Their arrival highlights how nature's calmest rodents have built-in systems for protecting the young.
A spectacular full moon will grace May Day skies, offering stargazers across North America the perfect excuse to look up at dusk. Even better news: May delivers two full moons this year, making the second one a rare blue moon.
First-time World Cup participant Cape Verde earned their second point with a thrilling comeback draw against two-time champions Uruguay. The African island nation remains unbeaten after previously holding powerhouse Spain to a goalless draw.
Marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge will run his first major race in Africa on May 24 in Cape Town, kicking off a historic seven-continent world tour. The two-time Olympic champion is shifting focus from chasing records to inspiring the next generation.
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After weather canceled last year's race, Ethiopia's Mohamed Esa just ran the fastest marathon ever recorded on African soil. Perfect May conditions helped 10 runners shatter course records at Cape Town's bid to become Africa's first World Major Marathon.
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South Africa's most dominant cricket team is one win away from a historic third championship despite playing all playoff matches away from their roaring home crowd. The Sunrisers Eastern Cape lost only three games this season and earned four bonus point victories on their march to Saturday's final.
Communities in South Africa's Eastern Cape are calling for a bold shift in economic planning, pointing to Vietnam's rural transformation as proof that agricultural regions can become engines of growth. With unemployment above 40%, local leaders say rural corridors are ready to contribute if they get the infrastructure and support they need.
Two rival taxi associations in South Africa's Western Cape have signed a historic peace agreement, bringing hope to communities long affected by deadly turf wars. The deal between CATA and Codeta marks a turning point after years of violence that claimed lives and disrupted daily travel for thousands.
The May Flower Moon lit up skies across the globe on May 1, creating stunning photo opportunities from New York to Iraq. Photographers captured breathtaking images of the luminous moon framing iconic landmarks and natural landscapes.
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When severe storms flooded 26 informal settlements around Cape Town, leaving over 41,000 people in waterlogged homes, Gift of the Givers arrived with hot meals, blankets, and hope. The disaster relief organization is working across the Western Cape to support families who have nowhere else to go.
Michigan basketball captured the national championship in Indianapolis, led by first-year head coach Dusty May who returned to his home state to complete a remarkable turnaround. The victory marks a full-circle moment for May, who grew up in Indiana and played at IU before building his coaching career.
A Massachusetts couple just made the largest donation in Cape Cod Healthcare's history, pledging $20 million to expand elder care and improve access for one of America's oldest communities. The gift will transform healthcare for both year-round residents and millions of annual visitors to the Cape.
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Rush trampoline park in Cape Town partnered with Autism Western Cape to create a judgment-free play day where 200 children with autism could jump, play, and just be kids. The event marks a growing movement to adapt play spaces for neurodivergent children, not the other way around.
Cape Verde, one of the smallest nations at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, earned a thrilling 2-2 draw against powerhouse Uruguay in their tournament debut. The tiny island nation now stands on the brink of advancing to the knockout rounds after holding two soccer giants to draws.
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Olympic champion Eliud Kipchoge will run his first African marathon in Cape Town this weekend as the city aims to become the continent's first World Marathon Major. After last year's wind cancellation, organizers moved the race to May for better conditions and a shot at history.
A tiny island nation of 525,000 is shocking the soccer world at the World Cup. Cape Verde has now held powerhouses Spain and Uruguay to draws in their tournament debut.
Over 100 neighbors in Gugulethu, Cape Town, spent their weekend cleaning up toxic illegal dump sites that had plagued their community for months. They cleared everything from appliances to hazardous waste while teaching neighbors about the impact of illegal dumping.
A Cape Town township is getting its first dedicated healthcare facility, ending years of home-only visits for vulnerable residents. Nurses who've been caring for patients in their homes will now have a proper clinic while continuing their personal touch.
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A privately funded aerodrome near Cape Town will give dozens of displaced flight schools and aviation businesses a permanent home when it opens in September 2026. The $28 million project solves a critical shortage while creating jobs and training opportunities.
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