3 Fond du Lac Volunteers Find Friendship Through Hospice
Three Wisconsin women discovered that volunteering at hospice brought them more than purpose. It gave them an unexpected friendship that makes their work even more meaningful.
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Fond du Lac Celebrates 38th Tree City Award on Arbor Day
Wisconsin students will plant a tree at Lakeside Park this Arbor Day as their city claims its 38th Tree City USA award. The ceremony celebrates 50 years of communities nationwide committing to healthier urban forests.
Empty Bowls Raises $5K for Fond du Lac Food Pantries
A community pottery fundraiser in Wisconsin just delivered more than $5,000 to six local food pantries, giving each organization over $800 to fight hunger. The 26-year-old Empty Bowls tradition combines art education with feeding families in need.
Dubai's du Launches $50M Fund to Back Tech Startups
UAE telecom giant du just launched a $50 million venture fund to fuel the next generation of digital innovators. The fund will partner with startups across AI, fintech, and cybersecurity to turn breakthrough ideas into real-world solutions.
Dubai's du Launches $50M Fund for UAE Tech Startups
Dubai telecom giant du just committed $50 million to fuel the UAE's next generation of tech innovators. The new venture fund will back startups building everything from AI to cybersecurity, giving founders both capital and access to du's massive customer network.
UAE Partners Tech Giant du with ADIO to Boost Innovation
The UAE is accelerating its digital future through a groundbreaking partnership between telecommunications leader du and the Abu Dhabi Investment Office. Together, they're building a bridge from bold ideas to real-world impact for manufacturers and businesses across the Emirates.
UAE Telecom du Launches $50M Fund for AI Startups
Telecommunications giant du just committed $50 million to fuel the next generation of tech innovation across the Middle East. The new fund will help AI, fintech, and cybersecurity startups scale faster with both money and infrastructure.
Dubai Telecom du Launches $50M Fund for Tech Startups
Dubai's du telecom just committed $50 million to back the next generation of digital innovators across the UAE. The new venture fund will help startups in AI, fintech, and cybersecurity turn breakthrough ideas into real-world solutions.
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Cape Town Chefs Rally to Support Food Icon Errieda du Toit
South Africa's beloved food personality Errieda du Toit is facing mounting medical bills, and the Stellenbosch food community is answering the call with a star-studded fundraiser dinner. Nine top chefs are donating their time and talents to support the woman who has spent decades bringing people together through food.
du Launches $50M Fund to Back UAE Tech Startups
A major UAE telecom company just created a $50 million fund to help technology startups grow and innovate. The investment will support companies working on AI, fintech, cybersecurity, and more across the region.
DU Hockey Wins Double Overtime Thriller, Eyes 11th Title
The University of Denver's men's hockey team pulled off a stunning double-overtime upset against top-seeded Michigan, setting up a shot at their 11th national championship. Goalie Johnny Hicks made 49 saves in the nail-biting 4-3 victory that had fans on the edge of their seats.
BBC's Football Focus Ends 51-Year Run with Fond Farewell
The BBC's beloved Football Focus aired its final episode after more than five decades on television. Hosts and pundits shared their favorite memories from a show that brought football into British homes for generations.
Liberia Rubber Firm Trains 300+ Farmers, Gifts 1M Trees
A rubber company in Liberia just received a national honor for transforming rural communities through farmer training and infrastructure projects. Since 2009, LAC has distributed over one million rubber trees to smallholder farmers and built roads connecting isolated villages to markets.
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80-Year-Old Diver Finds Shipwreck After 60-Year Search
Paul Ehorn spent six decades searching for the Lac La Belle, a luxury steamer that vanished in an 1872 storm on Lake Michigan. Last year, he finally found it sitting upright on the lake floor, perfectly preserved after 150 years.
Vietnam Village Lifts 26 Families Out of Poverty With Cows
A small Vietnamese commune is proving that the best way to fight poverty isn't handouts—it's giving people the tools to build their own future. By providing breeding cows and hands-on training, Ky Lac has helped 26 struggling families start sustainable businesses in 2026.
Brothers Fix Broken Fire Truck During Illinois Blaze
When a fire truck broke down during an active fire in Du Quoin, Illinois, two brothers jumped in to repair it on the spot. Their quick thinking helped firefighters get back to battling the blaze.
Artist Ai Weiwei Builds Monet's Lilies With 650,000 Legos
Chinese dissident artist Ai Weiwei has created two monumental works at France's MuMa du Havre museum, reimagining Monet's famous Water Lilies using 650,000 Lego bricks. The installation bridges Eastern and Western art while celebrating creative freedom.
Circus School Students Soar at East Sussex Graduation
Young circus artists took center stage at East Sussex School of Circus Arts' 2026 graduation, earning recognition from Cirque du Soleil directors and industry legends. The celebration showcased aerial and floor performances that prove traditional circus arts are thriving in a new generation.
Quebec's All-Local Soccer Team Takes the Field This Spring
A new Canadian professional soccer club is building its entire roster from players born or raised in Quebec, inspired by Spain's Athletic Bilbao. FC Supra du Quebec kicks off their first season in April, proving local talent can compete at the highest level.
Canada Pension Fund Hits $164B in Climate Investments
Canada's largest pension fund just crossed the halfway point toward its 2030 climate goal, pouring $164 billion into climate action investments. La Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec is proving that massive institutional investors can drive real environmental change.
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