New England Great Dane is World's Tallest Female Dog
A Great Dane from New England just earned the Guinness World Record for tallest living female dog. Her big personality matches her record-breaking height.
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Connecticut Great Dane Minnie Breaks Height World Record
A gentle giant from North Stonington just became the world's tallest living female dog. Minnie the Great Dane stands over three feet tall and loves nothing more than naps and horse shows.
87-Year-Old Nurse Saves Great-Great-Granddaughter's Life
When 2-year-old Novalee stopped breathing after a seizure, her 87-year-old great-great-grandmother didn't hesitate. Wilma Whitmore's decades as an emergency room nurse kicked in just when her family needed her most.
Dane County Plans 22 New EV Charging Stations
Dane County, Wisconsin is expanding access to electric vehicles with 22 new charging stations designed to reach renters and rural residents. The "Charge Up Dane County" initiative prioritizes neighborhoods where home charging isn't an option.
Hollywood Raises $415K for Eric Dane's Family After ALS
After Grey's Anatomy star Eric Dane died from ALS at 53, his entertainment community rallied to raise over $415,000 for his wife and two teenage daughters. The outpouring shows how Hollywood takes care of its own in times of tragedy.
Great Lakes Could Power 3X Current Electricity Needs
The Great Lakes have enough wind potential to generate three times what surrounding states currently use. Despite strong winds and state control over lakebeds, zero turbines exist there today.
Great Lakes Needs Your Help Measuring Ice This Winter
Scientists are asking everyday people to help measure ice thickness on the Great Lakes, turning winter enthusiasts into citizen scientists who are improving climate research. Middle schoolers, ice fishers, and boat captains are already joining in.
Eric Dane Accepts ALS Advocacy Award Despite Illness
Actor Eric Dane couldn't attend an ALS gala due to his health, but sent a powerful message of hope and determination. Fellow ALS advocate Aaron Lazar accepted the award on his behalf as the community rallied around him.
River Otters Reclaim Great Lakes After 40-Year Comeback
River otters have returned to the Great Lakes basin after nearly vanishing in the 1980s, thanks to cleanup efforts and wildlife reintroductions. Their comeback shows what's possible when communities invest in healing damaged waterways.
Explorers Spend Night Inside Great Pyramid of Giza
National Geographic filmed Sir Ranulph Fiennes and actor Joseph Fiennes sleeping inside the only surviving Wonder of the Ancient World. The cousins explored Egypt's Eastern Desert and spent an unforgettable night inside the 4,500-year-old Great Pyramid.
Greece Unveils Alexander the Great-Era Tomb in Amphipolis
Greek officials have revealed the fully restored interior of a massive ancient tomb possibly built for someone close to Alexander the Great. The 2,400-year-old monument in Amphipolis features stunning marble passageways and sculptures that showcase the grandeur of ancient Macedonia.
Illinois Becomes First Great Lakes State to Ban Pellet Spills
Illinois just passed groundbreaking legislation to protect its waterways from tiny plastic pellets that poison wildlife and contaminate drinking water. The new law makes the state the first in the Great Lakes region to hold plastic manufacturers accountable for spills of these toxic microplastics.
Great Lakes Fisheries Aim for 100% Fish Use Like Iceland
Great Lakes fisheries currently waste 60% of each fish catch, but a new initiative inspired by Iceland's innovative approach could transform the entire industry. From medical bandages to sustainable furniture, the future of fishing means zero waste and more jobs.
Great White Sharks Never Left Mediterranean Waters
A juvenile great white shark caught off Spain's coast in 2023 has scientists rethinking everything we thought we knew about these ocean giants. Turns out, they may have been quietly thriving in Mediterranean waters all along.
Neil Simpson Wins Paralympic Silver for Great Britain
Visually impaired skier Neil Simpson and his guide Rob Poth claimed Great Britain's first medal at the Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics with a stunning comeback in the alpine combined. After sitting in fourth place, they posted the fastest slalom run to surge onto the podium.
Great Bay Community College Celebrates 288 Graduates
Great Bay Community College just celebrated a major milestone with 288 students earning degrees and certificates at its 80th commencement ceremony. Nearly 200 graduates walked across the stage in Portsmouth, surrounded by cheering families who watched their loved ones achieve dreams that often took years of hard work to realize.
Young Great White Shark Spotted in Spanish Mediterranean
A juvenile great white shark caught off Spain's coast in 2023 sparked scientists to compile 160 years of sighting data, revealing these misunderstood ocean giants still call the Mediterranean home. The discovery offers hope for understanding and protecting this vulnerable species.
Great Lakes Taps Waste Heat as New Clean Energy Source
The Great Lakes region is turning wasted energy from power plants, data centers, and even sewage into clean heat for buildings. Northern cities are already proving this century-old technology can slash emissions and energy costs.
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Divers Film Great White Shark During Mediterranean Cleanup
While removing deadly ghost nets from the Mediterranean Sea, volunteer divers captured the first-ever underwater footage of an adult great white shark in the region. The rare encounter highlights both the ocean's hidden resilience and the urgent need to protect it.
New Worm Species Found in Great Salt Lake
Scientists discovered a tiny worm living in Utah's Great Salt Lake that exists nowhere else on Earth. The finding could unlock secrets about how life survives in extreme conditions.
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