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Scientists discover the same scattered attention that makes ADHD challenging could also fuel creativity by helping brains explore unexpected connections. Creative activities like art and music might one day help manage ADHD symptoms naturally.
Marie Lora-Mungai just published a handbook teaching African artists how to turn their talent into sustainable income. "Creative Cash Flow" tackles the business side of creativity that art schools rarely cover.
First Lady Melania Trump announced that eight more Ukrainian children have returned home to their families, marking the third successful reunification she's helped coordinate between Russia and Ukraine. Since October, 23 displaced children have been reunited with loved ones through her diplomatic efforts.
Kim Wild transformed her greenhouse, meadow, and wildlife visitors into "Moonbeam Way," a children's book teaching kids about friendship and belonging. She photographs real elements from her property and uses AI to create magical illustrations that invite young readers to discover hidden details.
South Korean actor Han Ji-min donated 50 million won (approximately $37,000) to help children facing hunger and poverty worldwide. She's been showing up for street fundraisers every Children's Day since 2007.
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Archaeologists in east London discovered a trove of 500-year-old children's artifacts, including a reusable slate still covered in Victorian-era scribbles and colorful marbles lost during playtime. The finds offer a rare window into the lives of impoverished children who attended a free school established in 1536.
Creativity isn't a rare gift reserved for the lucky few. Adobe's Executive Creative Director reveals how any organization can build a culture where everyone's ideas matter.
Creative health scientist Katina Bajaj says adults are stuck in a "play deprivation crisis," trading fun for endless optimization. Her TED talk makes the case that play isn't frivolous—it's a survival skill that boosts creativity and resilience.
A South African organization is celebrating creativity as a pathway to freedom by connecting World Creativity and Innovation Day with the nation's Freedom Day. The initiative aims to position African innovation as a global force for transformation.
Three sisters turned their love of childhood reading into a foundation that's teaching 8,000 children across India that books mean joy, not pressure. In classrooms that once had no libraries, children now beg for story time.
Oscar-winning actor Riz Ahmed has a simple creative philosophy that's guiding his latest role as arts curator: ask yourself if your work stretches both you and culture. His approach invites all creatives to surrender their ego and tap into something bigger than themselves.
A creativity expert says we're entering the "Imagination Era" where human curiosity and wonder matter more than ever. Leaders are learning to treat AI as a creative partner, not a replacement for human thinking.
Two entrepreneurs have proven that creativity isn't a rare talent but a muscle anyone can strengthen in just five minutes a day. Their new approach treats creative practice like brushing your teeth—simple, regular, and transformative for your wellbeing.
The world's largest creativity study pitted 100,000 people against top AI models like ChatGPT and Claude. While AI beat the average, the most creative humans far outperformed the machines.
From the Hooghly River's banks to bustling Kolkata streets, Bengal turned art into a way of life, not just a skill. Centuries of history, the Bengal Renaissance, and everyday cultural rituals created generations who grow up breathing creativity.
Ghana's artists, musicians, and filmmakers are stepping up to help restore communities devastated by recent flooding. The Creative Arts Agency is mobilizing the nation's creative talent for a two-day cleanup exercise this July.
A Tennessee children's hospital has been renamed in honor of Dolly Parton after decades of her support for kids' health and education. The country icon has given millions to help children, from free books to vaccine research.
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Archaeologists in Israel discovered 142 clay beads made 15,000 years ago, some decorated by children whose tiny fingerprints are still visible today. The find reveals that early humans were using clay for symbolic expression thousands of years before pottery.
Grammy-winning country star Kacey Musgraves used her Chicago concert to raise money for children separated from their parents during immigration proceedings. The singer has made supporting the Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights a mission throughout her 2025 tour.
Shoppers at The Entertainer toy stores have donated £4 million to four children's hospitals simply by rounding up their purchases to the nearest pound. The 15-year partnership shows how spare change can transform lives for seriously ill children across the UK.
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