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Arizona State University has withdrawn its eminent domain lawsuit against a historic Phoenix home after community pushback. The decision marks a major victory for preservationists and the homeowners who fought to save their property.
On January 1st, works from 1930 became free to use, bringing classics by Franz Kafka, Langston Hughes, and four Nancy Drew mysteries into the public domain. Anyone can now freely read, reprint, remix, or build upon these cultural treasures without permission or payment.
Jason Fauntleroy thought he was buying a vacant lot for $5,000 at a 2021 Ohio auction. Instead, he became the sole owner of a private road with five occupied houses on it.
A security researcher accidentally created a safety net for the internet by purchasing common "no-reply" email domains. He's now protecting thousands of people's private data that companies are accidentally sending into the void.
A top United Nations tech official told students at India's Panjab University they don't need elite credentials to become AI leaders. Dr. Amandeep Singh Gill says domain experts can build their own AI solutions by combining existing knowledge with new tech skills.
A Berlin startup is making it simple for anyone to own their social media presence, no tech skills required. Periwinkle lets you control your data on your own domain while staying connected to networks like Bluesky.
Demis Hassabis, the leader behind Google's most advanced AI research, believes machines matching human intelligence across all domains could arrive within six years. His optimism comes as AI becomes part of daily life for billions of people.
Temidayo Oniosun turned his teenage dream of working in space into Space in Africa, a company that's now the go-to source for satellite and space data across the continent. From a $3,000 domain name he couldn't afford to a thriving business advising governments and global companies, his journey proves that passion and persistence can build industries from scratch.
Hobart City Council just took a major step toward Tasmania's first Aboriginal land return in over 20 years. The vote clears the path for a cultural centre that will safeguard sacred items and share stories for generations.
Researchers discovered why affordable perovskite solar cells match expensive silicon panels, opening doors to cheaper clean energy for everyone. The secret lies in tiny structural features that actually help electricity flow better.
Joseph Effiok Hogan turned frustration with unreliable Nigerian web hosting into HoganHost, now serving businesses across five African countries. His company just earned a nomination for Web Hosting Company of the Year at the 2026 Eko Heritage Awards.
Researchers discovered how bacteria naturally create powerful anti-cancer compounds, opening the door to designing more effective treatments with fewer side effects. The breakthrough solves a decades-old mystery that could transform how we develop cancer therapies.
Singapore just announced an ambitious plan to make 100,000 workers "AI Bilingual" by combining artificial intelligence skills with their professional expertise. The initiative targets high-impact professions like accounting and legal first, building on Singapore's position as one of the world's top AI adopters.
Researchers have cracked the code for how bacteria naturally produce powerful cancer drugs, potentially speeding development of new treatments. The breakthrough could help create better versions of existing cancer medicines with fewer side effects.
Sixty countries now let people browse the web using their own alphabets instead of just English letters. A global movement called Universal Acceptance is pushing to make Arabic, Chinese, and other scripts work everywhere online by 2025.
Scientists discovered that cheap solar panels work better because of their imperfections, not despite them. The breakthrough could bring affordable renewable energy to millions.
Researchers finally solved why perovskite solar cells match silicon's efficiency despite being made from structurally imperfect materials. The discovery could revolutionize how we make affordable clean energy.
Anthropic is offering scientists a paid summer fellowship to help build AI systems that can accelerate scientific breakthroughs. The three-month program provides a $3,800 weekly stipend plus mentorship from leading AI researchers.
Scientists in Japan developed an AI tool that reveals hidden energy waste inside electric motors, offering a path to make electric vehicles run longer and cleaner. The breakthrough could transform how we build sustainable transportation.
While traditional foreign aid systems crumble worldwide, Turkey's grassroots zero waste program has turned 90 million tons of trash into $8 billion and a blueprint for global cooperation. The initiative is rewriting how countries help each other develop without the strings attached.
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