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South Carolina's largest measles outbreak in decades has officially ended after nearly 1,000 cases, and there's encouraging news: vaccination rates are climbing both locally and nationwide. Health officials say the outbreak may have reminded parents why vaccines matter.
Niger, Burkina Faso, and Mali are making remarkable progress for children even as conflict disrupts millions of lives. Birth registrations, vaccine coverage, and education funding are all climbing across the region.
Twenty-one students with special needs from government schools in India just reached Everest Base Camp, climbing to 17,598 feet in what's believed to be the first government-sponsored expedition of its kind. Their journey proves that with the right support, no summit is too high.
Two Illinois State University business students earned prestigious Beta Gamma Sigma scholarships for their academic excellence and dedication to helping fellow students succeed. Their achievements showcase how today's business leaders are lifting others while climbing their own paths to success.
Five runners just completed a marathon on top of Earth's highest active volcano, battling 62 mph winds and minus 22-degree temperatures at nearly 23,000 feet above sea level. The grueling 16 to 18-hour race down Chile's Ojos del Salado volcano shattered the previous high-altitude marathon record by over 3,000 feet.
After decades of decline, tiger numbers are climbing in three Asian nations thanks to conservation efforts. Protecting these big cats saves entire ecosystems and countless other species.
After years of decline, print book sales are climbing thanks to a predominantly female online reading community called BookTok. Barnes & Noble is opening 60 new stores in 2026 after losing $1 billion.
After 12 years exploring Mars, NASA's Curiosity rover just selected its next drilling location, climbing higher than it's been in over two years to unlock secrets of the Red Planet's ancient past.
Five-time Olympian Hilary Knight led Team USA to gold in February and now plays in a thriving professional league that's shattering attendance records. Women's hockey has never been more visible, and youth registration keeps climbing.
The first person to summit Mount Everest left behind more than climbing records. His famous quote about conquering ourselves continues to transform how travelers and adventurers approach challenges 70 years later.
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Scientists discovered cone ants in Arizona climbing onto harvester ants three times their size to groom them, marking the first known "cleaner ant" species. The behavior mirrors cleaner fish in the ocean, but researchers are still puzzled about exactly how both species benefit.
Rob Refsnyder pulled off a jaw-dropping, wall-climbing robbery in right field that left his own pitcher speechless. The acrobatic catch showcased the kind of athletic excellence that reminds us why we love baseball.
An Air Force colonel, shot down over Iran, survived nearly 48 hours in the mountains by climbing 7,000 feet while injured and treating his own wounds. SEAL Team Six and a massive 150-aircraft operation brought him home in what rescuers are calling a modern miracle.
Vietnam's retail sector just posted its strongest quarter in years, with sales climbing nearly 11% as international tourists flooded back during Lunar New Year. The surge brought $72.2 billion into local businesses, proving the country's economic recovery is gaining real momentum.
Toyota's refreshed bZ4X electric SUV sold over 10,000 units in Q1 2026, beating Ford's entire EV lineup and climbing to fifth place among US electric vehicles. The automaker that skeptics called an "EV laggard" just proved them wrong with better range, faster charging, and real results.
Angels outfielder Jo Adell made baseball history Saturday night, robbing three home runs in a single game against the Mariners. His jaw-dropping defensive performance, including a ninth-inning wall-climbing catch, left even opposing players in awe.
After five games without a victory, Ghana's Accra Hearts of Oak secured a crucial 1-0 win over Young Apostles, climbing to third place in the league. Despite a scary injury to goalkeeper Solomon Agbasi in stoppage time, the team held on for their first win in over a month.
Scientists in the Democratic Republic of Congo documented thousands of tiny fish climbing a vertical 50-foot waterfall using hook-like fins and wriggling movements. The discovery marks the first time this incredible migration behavior has been formally recorded in Africa.
Tiny shellear fish in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are climbing waterfalls taller than skyscrapers using microscopic hooks on their fins. Scientists just documented this extraordinary 10-hour vertical journey for the first time.
Ronan Mc Laughlin's grueling 2021 climbing record—8,848 meters in under seven hours—remains untouched five years later. Now, hints on social media suggest he might be ready to break his own incredible mark.
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