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Tiny humanoid robots are stealing hearts at Beijing's Spring Festival, performing traditional lion dances and playing autonomous soccer matches. The tech-themed temple fair showcases how China's AI advances are meeting ancient cultural celebrations.
When floodwaters threatened to cancel the Story County Fair in Nevada, Iowa, volunteers rushed in to rebuild livestock pens and restore facilities in time for young exhibitors. The fair opens Wednesday as scheduled, preserving a cherished tradition for kids preparing for the state fair.
Japan just renewed its partnership with the World Anti-Doping Agency to help build cleaner, fairer sports across Asia and Oceania. The investment trains officials and educates athletes in regions that need it most.
Egypt's biggest book fair welcomed a quarter million people on its first day, with families exploring everything from storytelling workshops to traditional games. The 57th Cairo International Book Fair is proving that the love of reading brings communities together.
A sports marketing mom discovered that pretend play—the same tool that worked when her daughter was little—breaks through teenage angst and creates genuine connection. Research shows parent and child brains literally sync up during play, making it easier for kids to share their feelings.
A dropped catch turned into one of baseball's rarest plays when two Oklahoma City teammates turned chaos into a spectacular 7-5-3 double play. The unlikely combination required split-second instincts and perfect teamwork to pull off.
While children worldwide scroll through screens, Denmark is doubling down on imagination with forest kindergartens, maker workshops, and iconic attractions like Lego House. The country is now restricting social media access for kids, proving play isn't just nostalgic—it's essential.
Cairo is making one of the world's largest book fairs accessible to everyone by deploying 60 buses with tickets costing just 10 Egyptian pounds (about $0.25). The move ensures readers across the city can attend the 57th Cairo International Book Fair without transportation being a barrier.
A Berlin art fair is breaking down barriers to art ownership by offering thousands of contemporary works for under €500. The four-day event brings together 65 galleries from 18 countries, proving culture doesn't have to come with an exclusive price tag.
A century ago, Australian sugar cane farmers united to fight unfair pricing and created an organization that still protects 3,000 growers today. Their story shows how standing together can transform an entire industry for generations.
Second and third graders at Carson Montessori Charter School turned curiosity into creativity at their first-ever science fair, with winners advancing to compete at a regional showcase. The evening celebration brought together families, teachers, and professional scientists to honor weeks of student-led discovery.
After years without a science fair, Navajo Pine High School students showcased 18 innovative projects exploring everything from natural disinfectants to oil spill cleanup. Top winners earned an all-expenses-paid trip to the nation's largest Indigenous STEM competition.
The head of the National Grocers Association, who lost his family's New Orleans store to Hurricane Katrina, is pushing for fair market rules that let independent grocers compete with retail giants. His vision: keeping Main Street alive while lowering food costs for families.
Most professionals improvise 60-80% of their workday, yet almost none receive training in the skills that make improvisation work. New brain research shows why play and improv aren't just fun—they're the missing tools for thriving in an AI-driven workplace.
TED partnered with LEGO Group and LEGO Foundation for a groundbreaking event exploring how creative play can build brighter minds and more imaginative futures. The five-hour Play@TED summit featured inventors, athletes, and designers sharing how play transforms lives at every age.
Middle and high schoolers across St. Mary's County presented 138 original science and engineering projects at one of the region's largest student research competitions. Winners will advance to compete at regional and potentially international science fairs.
Google Play just launched Game Trials, letting mobile gamers test paid games before spending money. The feature gives players up to 60 minutes of free gameplay to decide if a game is worth buying.
Hundreds of Tanzanians jogged through Dar es Salaam to celebrate 50 years of their nation's biggest trade fair, mixing business with wellness. Government leaders joined the run to promote fitness as part of the Golden Jubilee celebration.
Over 900 Calgary students from Grade 5 to 12 are presenting their self-designed science experiments at the city's largest youth science fair this weekend. Two Grade 12 students developed a promising wound infection detector using red cabbage extract after a cooking accident sparked their curiosity.
A West Virginia town's annual street fair has become the turning point in its downtown revival, bringing together 100 vendors, circus acts, and a community that refused to give up on its historic heart.
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