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Dollar General just posted strong sales growth and announced it won't be closing more stores this year. After shuttering 141 locations in 2024, the discount retailer is moving forward with momentum.
A smartphone app developed at Massachusetts General Hospital is helping people with OCD access effective treatment without the cost, stigma, and scheduling barriers of traditional therapy. In a 12-week trial, 65% of users saw significant symptom reduction, and 91% would recommend it to a friend.
Nearly 1.5 million Argentines purchased US dollars on the official market after the government lifted restrictions last April, signaling growing economic confidence. The $26 billion in purchases marks a historic shift for a country long constrained by currency controls.
The United Nations has formally launched its search for the next Secretary-General, raising hopes for the organization's first woman leader in its 79-year history. The selection process marks a pivotal moment for gender equality at the world's most influential diplomatic table.
Massachusetts General Hospital just launched a clinical trial to find out if adding a human "coach" during ketamine therapy makes the treatment work better for depression. The study could reshape how millions access mental health care.
A retired two-star general who lost his command to a mental health crisis has rebuilt his life and now helps others navigate serious mental illness. Major General Gregg Martin turned his bipolar diagnosis into a mission to end stigma and promote recovery.
After beating stage 4 colon cancer at 35, Kate Joyal struggled with anxiety until a special program helped her reclaim joy for herself and her two young children. The SMART program at Mass General Brigham has helped over 80 cancer survivors each year since 2017 manage the emotional challenges after treatment ends.
New research from Australia shows harm reduction programs deliver massive returns, saving lives and millions of dollars. Every dollar invested in services like needle exchanges and overdose prevention could return more than $10 in benefits.
As Washington communities rally to help Spokane wildfire victims, the state's Attorney General is making sure generous donations reach the people who need them most. Simple safety steps can protect your gift from scammers targeting crisis giving.
Hamilton Labs just secured funding to launch a digital dollar that helps millions of Africans save money without losing value to currency swings. The stablecoin earns interest while protecting savings in unstable economies.
A nurse's quick thinking during a marathon turned a potential tragedy into a powerful reunion story. Her CPR skills brought a retired Army general back from cardiac arrest on the race course.
Rivers State just opened a modernized 100-bed mental health facility and a full-service general hospital, bringing critical healthcare access to one of Nigeria's largest local government areas. The upgraded neuropsychiatric center transforms a former drug trafficking site into a secure healing space for mental health and addiction recovery.
A retired Army general who collapsed during a half marathon got to thank the off-duty nurse who jumped in to save him. Their emotional reunion proves heroes show up in the most unexpected moments.
Every dollar spent at a small business does triple duty—employing neighbors, supporting local charities, and funding community projects. With 36 million small businesses now employing 60 million Americans, shopping local has never mattered more.
Twenty years after rescuing survivors from a plane crash in rural Nigeria, the 13-year-old hero who saved a general's life just married with his mentor by his side. It's a story of courage rewarded and promises kept.
Nigeria's currency reached its strongest level in nearly two years, climbing to N1,394 per dollar in the official market. The naira's steady recovery signals growing economic stability for Africa's most populous nation.
A new UN report reveals coordinated action on air pollution and climate change could generate $15 in economic benefits for every dollar invested. The findings show integrated approaches could prevent 144 million premature deaths by 2050 while boosting global GDP.
Kyle Balda went from animating the Grim Reaper in Wellington to directing Minions movies that made over a billion dollars. His journey shows how passion, hard work, and human creativity still matter most in animation.
Before SpaceX became worth a trillion dollars, it nearly collapsed after three rocket failures in two years. The company's comeback story holds powerful lessons for anyone chasing a difficult dream.
A creative TikToker is showing thousands how to recreate expensive Starbucks drinks using only Dollar Tree ingredients. His viral recipes turn $7 lattes into $5 batches that make multiple drinks.
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