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Prime Minister Andy Burnham became the first sitting UK prime minister to run the Great North Run, completing the half marathon to raise funds for homelessness charity Changing Lives. He also donated 15% of his first month's salary to the cause as part of his pledge to share his earnings with charities monthly.
A Dutch gas platform is the first in the North Sea to run entirely on offshore wind energy, slashing emissions while meeting energy needs. Now it's getting upgraded to keep producing cleaner gas for decades.
MIT researchers developed a running shoe that customizes itself to your unique running style through a clever physics trick. The shoe gets more comfortable with every step you take, bringing elite athlete performance to everyone.
North Korea's Naegohyang FC claimed the Asian Women's Champions League title with a 1-0 victory over Tokyo Verdy Beleza, extending the nation's remarkable run of success in women's soccer. The win adds another trophy to North Korea's growing collection of international women's soccer championships.
Tamara Scott went from marathon training to battling triple-negative breast cancer, and now she's crossing finish lines again. This May, she'll run Philadelphia's Broad Street Run as a powerful symbol of recovery.
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.
The North Hills Indians, seeded 11th in their district, pulled off a stunning 5-3 comeback victory over second-seeded Thomas Jefferson to reach the WPIAL Class 5A softball championship. Down three runs in the sixth inning, the underdogs rallied with clutch hitting to keep their Cinderella story alive.
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.
Researchers discovered microscopic roundworms thriving in the muddy depths of Utah's Great Salt Lake, revealing that one of North America's saltiest environments hosts more life than anyone realized. The tiny animals add an entirely new chapter to what scientists thought was a simple ecosystem.
Egypt climbed five spots to 35th place globally in entrepreneurship rankings and kept its crown as North Africa's top startup ecosystem for the fifth year running. The nation's 110 million people and surging digital infrastructure are fueling a business boom that has nearly half of non-entrepreneurs planning to launch companies soon.
Dozens of volunteers at North Webster Community Public Library donate countless hours behind the scenes, from maintaining gardens to organizing book sales. Their quiet dedication keeps programs free and services running smoothly for everyone.
Five years after a stage 4 pancreatic cancer diagnosis, Kristy Shafer is running more miles than ever before. Her story shows how far cancer treatment has come and what survival can look like.
University of North Dakota scientists are developing groundbreaking methods to protect the AI systems that keep electric vehicle batteries and power grids running safely. Their work could make critical energy infrastructure more secure against cyberattacks.
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.
Amazon just committed billions to bring 1,000 advanced manufacturing jobs to North Carolina through a partnership with fiber optics leader Corning. The deal strengthens American manufacturing while powering the data centers that keep hospitals, emergency services, and businesses running nationwide.
Running more doesn't always mean running better. A physical therapist reveals why rest days might be the secret to becoming a stronger runner.
New research proves running doesn't cause knee arthritis, and inspiring women in their 70s and 80s are living proof that you can lace up at any age. The old "running ruins your knees" warning? Doctors say it's time to retire that myth.
A certified running coach created a custom training program to help women 40 and up start running safely, even if they haven't exercised in years. The plan combines gentle cardio progression with strength training to protect joints and build endurance.
Death Cab for Cutie frontman Ben Gibbard has discovered that pushing his body through running directly fuels his songwriting genius. For two decades, the musician has used distance running to sharpen his creative edge and overcome mental blocks.
Two years after breaking her neck in a crash, Savannah Wild is attempting a Guinness World Record for the fastest 50-kilometer barefoot run. The Kelowna ultra-endurance athlete was told her athletic career was over, but she's proving everyone wrong on May 18.
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