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Environmental journalist Gerry Flynn was permanently banned from Cambodia in January 2025, likely for exposing illegal logging and land grabs. Now based in Thailand, he's covering the Mekong region more than ever.
Residents in Singapore's Punggol neighborhood can now hail fully autonomous taxis through Grab, marking the first self-driving public ride service in a residential area. After 1,000 test riders helped refine the experience, the service officially opens to everyone this week.
Grab is rolling out driverless taxis in Singapore, marking a major milestone for autonomous vehicles in dense Asian cities. The service promises to make rides more affordable while proving the technology can work in real-world urban traffic.
When a fallen tree pinned a Newton, NJ man to the ground while cutting firewood, three neighbors grabbed a chainsaw and freed him before emergency crews arrived. The town honored Anthony Lucky, Ethan Smith, and Eric Smith for their life-saving response.
Andrea Zelenak transformed an old bait machine into a 24/7 kindness challenge dispenser that's sparked over 3,000 acts of goodwill across Michigan. For just $3, anyone can grab a mystery envelope with everything they need to brighten someone's day.
A Cape Town surfer on his way to a holiday grabbed his surfboard and rushed into dangerous rip currents to save an unconscious pilot student. The quick-thinking rescue, joined by other beachgoers, turned what could have been a tragedy into a story of strangers becoming lifesavers.
Shopping just got easier in Hanover, Germany, where customers can now grab what they need and walk right out without waiting in line. REWE's new autonomous store uses camera technology to track purchases and charge shoppers automatically.
When Alpharetta decided to replace its beloved 27-year-old playground, 1,500 community members grabbed power tools and spent six days building it themselves. The volunteer effort saved money but created something more valuable: a new generation of shared memories.
When heavy rains turned northern Oahu farmland into a lake, Jacqueline Bensaid grabbed a paddleboard and launched a one-woman animal rescue mission. Eight dogs, including two puppies, made it to safety thanks to her quick thinking.
Four-time Formula One champion Max Verstappen traded his frustrating F1 season for a spectacular victory at Germany's legendary Nürburgring, dominating a four-hour endurance race with co-drivers. The Dutch racing superstar grabbed pole position by nearly two seconds and led his team to victory by a full minute.
Chinese automaker BYD just made electric vehicle charging as quick as grabbing coffee. Their new Flash Chargers can power EVs from nearly empty to 70 percent in just five minutes.
Wine lovers in Loudoun County are grabbing scrapers and heading to vineyards to save the region's top industry. Last year, volunteers removed 1 million invasive lanternfly egg sacs in just three hours at a single location.
When a pickup crashed under a semi-trailer and burst into flames on a Texas highway, bystanders didn't wait for help. They grabbed a fire extinguisher, hooked up a tow cable, and pulled the burning vehicle to safety with the driver still inside.
When Lisbon Ferrao saw his kids playing in trash instead of sand at Mumbai's beaches, he grabbed a bag and started cleaning. Today, his movement has grown to 20,000 volunteers who show up every Saturday.
When a massive snowstorm buried the Twin Cities, volunteer snow angels grabbed their shovels and helped 139 neighbors who couldn't dig out alone. Two grassroots groups are still clearing driveways for seniors and recovering residents, proving Minnesotans show up when neighbors need help most.
A retired Green Valley firefighter spotted smoke from a neighbor's garage Sunday morning and rushed in to rescue a woman before grabbing a garden hose to fight the flames. His quick thinking kept everyone safe until professional crews arrived to finish the job.
A luxury electric car that recharges faster than most people grab coffee is launching in Europe next month. BYD's Denza Z9 GT can add 300 miles of range in just five minutes.
A 300-pound rugby prop just did something props aren't supposed to do. Wales' Rhys Carre grabbed the ball and rumbled the entire length of the field for one of the most spectacular tries you'll ever see.
Chinese automaker BYD just unveiled charging stations that power up electric vehicles to 97% in under 10 minutes, finally matching the convenience of traditional gas stops. The technology adds nearly 400 miles of range faster than most Americans can grab coffee and use the restroom.
When Judith Wilson's husband needed emergency heart surgery, she was trapped 7,000 miles away in Dubai during airstrikes. She grabbed the last seat on a plane out and raced home in time.
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