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Sutter Health enrolled its first patient in a groundbreaking cancer trial that could stop lymphoma from returning before it's even visible on scans. The treatment brings cutting-edge cellular therapy to the East Bay, eliminating the need for patients to travel to distant medical centers.
Four everyday heroes just received $50,000 each from the Tampa Bay Lightning to support local nonprofits making a difference. Since 2011, the program has now granted over $35 million to 721 organizations across the Tampa Bay area.
The East Bay punk legends will kick off the NFL's 60th championship game at Santa Clara's Levi's Stadium with a celebration honoring football's greatest players. It's a full-circle moment for the hometown heroes playing one of sports' biggest stages just miles from where they started.
Five everyday heroes just received $300,000 in grants to support causes transforming Tampa Bay. The Lightning Foundation honored them in February, bringing its 15-year giving total to $35.57 million.
The Tampa Bay Lightning is now accepting nominations for everyday heroes making their community better. One nonprofit will win $50,000 to continue their life-changing work.
The Middle East welcomed nearly 100 million tourists in 2025, marking a 39% jump from pre-pandemic levels and proving the region's growing appeal as a global destination. Saudi Arabia now accounts for 30% of all Middle East tourism, leading a regional comeback built on innovation and sustainable growth.
At a major security summit, East Timor's leader pointed to Southeast Asia's success in preventing war through conversation, not weapons. His message comes as global conflicts rage across multiple continents.
A tiny dog that disappeared over the Fourth of July was pulled from San Francisco Bay after a resident spotted it swimming far from shore. Firefighters used a drone to locate the exhausted pup and reunited it with its grateful owners.
A tiny dog named Prieta was rescued from San Francisco Bay after swimming for miles, thanks to firefighters who used a drone to locate her exact position. The emotional reunion came three weeks after she went missing on the Fourth of July.
A beloved New Zealand viewing platform that sat 286 meters above sea level has returned better than ever. The newly rebuilt Minden Lookout now offers accessible pathways and sweeping vistas across the Western Bay of Plenty.
Universities across East Africa are learning how to transform academic research into real businesses that create jobs and solve community problems. A three-day program in Zanzibar is bringing together educators, policymakers, and innovation experts to build stronger connections between classrooms and commerce.
Michael Rowse spent nearly two decades building a community radio station from the ground up—all as a volunteer. His daily dedication transformed Howick Village Radio into East FM, connecting neighbors and launching careers along the way.
When three baby otters became tangled in a discarded fishing net in Alert Bay, quick-thinking neighbors didn't just call for help. They performed CPR on a dying pup and brought it back to life.
A Massachusetts neighborhood is shining a spotlight on the quiet helpers who make their community stronger. East Somerville Main Streets launched a nomination campaign to honor volunteers, organizers, and neighbors who show up when it matters most.
East Lansing firefighters don't just fight fires anymore—they're training for elevator rescues, river emergencies, and campus crises most people never think about. After 25 years of service, interim fire chief John Newman is celebrating the dedicated team that's ready for anything.
East Carolina's softball team just punched their ticket to the championship game for the first time since joining their conference, thanks to a clutch sixth-inning home run. The underdog Pirates defeated second-seeded Wichita State 3-2 in a nail-biting semifinal showdown.
The Tampa Bay Lightning honored eight community champions with $50,000 grants each this spring, bringing their total community giving to over $36 million since 2011. Among the heroes: a wrongfully convicted man now helping others, a Paralympic gold medalist, and an NFL star giving back.
Mary Cassesso spends every Wednesday serving dinner at a community meal program and delivers lunches to homeless neighbors throughout her East Somerville neighborhood. The lifelong resident also champions local businesses and serves on multiple nonprofit boards.
A new program in East Africa is giving early-stage startups exactly what they need: hands-on help building the repeatable systems that attract investors. The four-week sprint starts next month and could change how founders prepare for growth.
The Philippines is teaming up with The Ocean Cleanup to restore Manila Bay's polluted waters. The five-year partnership brings cutting-edge technology and proven methods to one of Southeast Asia's most iconic waterways.
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