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A Cumberland resident who recently completed cancer treatment crossed the finish line at one of New England's most challenging charity bike rides. The Pan-Mass Challenge raises millions annually for cancer research and treatment.
Forty years after the Challenger disaster, the engineers who tried to stop the launch reveal how their fight transformed space safety forever. Their painful lesson now protects every astronaut who flies.
Legendary off-road racers David Walsh and Travis Robinson claimed their crowns at Australia's biggest-ever Finke Desert Race, thrilling record crowds at the competition's 50th anniversary celebration.
Infineon Technologies is inviting startups worldwide to help shape the future of humanoid robots. The German tech giant's new challenge aims to accelerate innovation that could transform how robots work alongside humans.
Six brave swimmers just finished an incredible first: an open-water swim from an offshore wind farm all the way to the Portuguese coast. The OW Extreme Challenge 2026 marks a unique intersection of human endurance and renewable energy innovation.
Young Africans tackling climate change, food security, and poverty now have a powerful new ally in their corner. The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences just launched a continent-wide competition to find and fund the brightest solutions to Africa's biggest challenges. #
A UK charity supporting adults with learning disabilities is inviting businesses to join a two-week kindness challenge starting February 17. For £100, companies get tools to engage their teams in spreading kindness while gaining visibility and supporting a great cause.
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One year after Sylvia and Doug Bindner held their wedding at a Kentucky hospital during her cancer treatment, the staff recreated the magic with a surprise anniversary celebration. Even better news: Sylvia has been in remission since her surgery the day after saying "I do."
A Men's Health editor challenged his wife to eat the recommended daily fiber for three weeks and discovered why most Americans fall drastically short. His journey reveals surprising insights about nutrition, modern eating habits, and digestive wellness.
A viral TikTok challenge is turning period education into a teachable moment, helping men understand what women experience monthly. The lighthearted videos are sparking real conversations about closing gaps in health education.
Elementary students in Coachella are turning their school into a kindness hub through a national week of compassion. The Great Kindness Challenge is teaching children how small gestures can transform their community.
Sam Laidlow just became the fastest full-distance triathlete in history, finishing Challenge Roth in 7:21:04 and beating a record many thought untouchable. The 25-year-old French athlete combined tactical brilliance with sheer grit to defend his title and rewrite the record books.
North Texas athlete Bal Joshi didn't just complete the grueling World Marathon Challenge, he set a world record running seven marathons on seven continents in seven days. ---
A Topps art director channeled memories of his first baseball jersey into the winning design for the iconic card company's 75th anniversary collection. The 2026 flagship set honors both nostalgia and innovation with a texture inspired by modern baseball uniforms.
Forty years ago, engineers fought desperately to stop a launch they knew was unsafe. Their courage and the lessons learned transformed how NASA listens to safety concerns, creating protocols that protect astronauts today.
Corrie Painter beat a rare, aggressive cancer 16 years ago and is now preparing for her seventh Pan-Mass Challenge bike ride. Her determination to give back shows how survivors can transform their second chance into hope for others.
Irene Morales went from emergency brain surgery to cancer-free in four years, and now she's running a 5K to inspire others. The Homestead artist is joining fellow survivors at the Dolphins Cancer Challenge to celebrate beating the odds.
José Caballero became the first MLB player to challenge an umpire's call using the new Automated Ball-Strike System on opening day. While he lost his challenge, the groundbreaking moment marks a new era of technology-assisted fairness in America's favorite pastime.
Cincinnati's Matt McLain made baseball history by successfully challenging three umpire calls in a single at-bat, becoming the first player to achieve this feat since MLB introduced instant replay challenges for balls and strikes this season. His perfect eye earned him a walk and showed how new technology is helping players get fair calls.
Middle and high school students from across Virginia tackled real Navy engineering problems in a high-energy competition that's building tomorrow's technical workforce. The Innovation Challenge at Dahlgren showcased young STEM talent solving complex challenges under pressure.
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