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Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert is pouring $50 million every year into research for neurofibromatosis, the rare genetic disorder that took his son Nick's life at age 26. His grief has transformed into a mission to wipe the disease off the planet.
Harvard researchers analyzed six popular diets and found one clear winner for keeping your brain sharp as you age. The DASH diet showed the strongest link to lower cognitive decline risk across 159,000 participants.
After a Nigerian driver's murder was captured on camera and led to arrests within days, South African ride-hailing drivers are turning dash cams into standard safety equipment. The technology shift is saving lives by deterring crime and providing crucial evidence when attacks occur.
Team Canada's wheelchair curling squad crushed Latvia 11-1 at the 2026 Paralympic Games in Italy, thrilling 40 Canadian fans who traveled to cheer them on. Paralympic newcomer Gilbert Dash called his debut "epic" as the team prepares to face undefeated China next.
Billionaire Dan Gilbert is pouring $50 million yearly into rare disease research after losing his son Nick to neurofibromatosis. His foundation has already helped create the first FDA-approved treatments for the incurable genetic disorder.
Former high school standout Josiah Gilbert just helped Auburn University capture his second NCAA golf championship in three years. The rising senior has gone from state runner-up to All-American, proving that dreams backed by daily work really do come true.
A wheelchair curler from Kipling, Saskatchewan just made history at the 2026 Paralympics, leading Team Canada to their first ever undefeated championship. Gil Dash and his teammates swept all 10 games in Milano-Cortina, winning gold in front of 3,000 roaring fans.
Mishicot high schooler Juliana Doerner just made state history by breaking the Division 3 girls 200-meter dash record. Her winning time of 24.04 seconds capped off a weekend where dozens of local athletes brought home medals.
Mishicot High School's Juliana Doerner shattered a state track record at the WIAA championships, sprinting into Wisconsin history. Her blazing 24.04-second performance in the Division 3 girls 200-meter dash rewrote the record books on June 6, 2026.
The bestselling author of "Eat, Pray, Love" shares why reaching the top of her career felt surprisingly similar to her waitressing days filled with rejection letters. Her insights offer a refreshing take on handling both triumph and disappointment.
A small Arizona town is bringing volunteers into seniors' homes for free safety repairs this July. In just four hours, neighbors will help older adults stay independent with tasks many can't afford or manage alone.
A 14-year-old boy stopped his bike to help a confused woman wandering in Arizona's scorching heat. His simple act of compassion has now touched millions across the globe.
An 18-month-old boy declared dead after a pool drowning stunned doctors by showing signs of life hours later. Five months after his miraculous return, Vincent Fiordilino continues making progress at home.
Seattle Mariners pitcher Logan Gilbert made an unforgettable defensive play when a screaming line drive flew straight into his shirt. The spectacular moment shows baseball's unpredictable magic, even if the rulebook had other ideas.
A 21-year-old Nigerian athlete just became his country's fastest man ever, shattering a record that stood for two decades. Kanyinsola Ajayi's lightning-fast run also makes him the world's fastest person in 2026 so far.
A Gilbert student wrote "become a world record holder" on her sixth-grade goal sheet. Then she actually did it by catching a record-breaking muskie.
After losing his oldest son Nick to neurofibromatosis, billionaire Dan Gilbert is pouring $50 million annually into research for the rare disease that affects 170,000 Americans. The Gilbert Family Foundation has turned grief into action, raising $12 million in a single night while creating lasting tributes that keep Nick's memory alive.
A teenager on a bike ride spotted something wrong and stayed to help an overheated woman who had wandered miles from home. His quick thinking likely saved her life.
A high school sprinter in Wyoming just shattered his school's 55-meter dash record while leading his team to victory. Thunder Basin High's Taven Young and teammate Keaton Bennett set new marks in a dominant four-team meet.
Billionaire Anand Mahindra just discovered a 66-million-year-old volcanic formation in his own backyard, and his surprise is launching a mission to rescue one of Mumbai's most extraordinary hidden treasures. Gilbert Hill is one of only three volcanic columns like it on Earth, yet most locals have never heard of it.
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