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The tiny island of Guernsey just punched above its weight, winning all four matches to reach the final round of qualifying for cricket's 2028 T20 World Cup. They'll likely face rival island Jersey next for a shot at European finals.
Soaring fuel prices are pushing islanders in Guernsey toward electric vehicles at double the usual rate. Car dealers can barely keep electric models in stock as drivers discover cleaner, cheaper ways to get around.
A historic library in Guernsey is going solar, turning its roof into a money-saving power station. The £18,500 investment will pay for itself many times over while helping the island go green.
A small island community is winning the fight against invasive Asian hornets through a clever "track don't trample" campaign. By enlisting everyday citizens as hornet detectives, Guernsey has captured over 200 queens and destroyed nine nests in 2024 alone.
When 95mph winds tore the roof off Lihou Island's only house, over 50 volunteers raced across the causeway to help rebuild it in a single weekend. The tiny Guernsey island, cherished by generations of schoolchildren and families, is back in business thanks to neighbors who couldn't stand to see it damaged.
Five East Central Ohio seniors received statewide recognition for combining stellar grades with meaningful community service. Each earned a $500 scholarship and joined nearly 2,700 students honored since the program began.
Five high school seniors from East Central Ohio received the Franklin B. Walter All-Scholastic Award for outstanding academic achievement and community service. Each student earned a $500 scholarship and will pursue science-focused careers at top universities.
When Aidan Becker stepped in to protect a teenage stranger from attackers, he made the ultimate sacrifice. Now thousands are ensuring his courage will never be forgotten.
British swimmer Jane Asher just celebrated her 95th birthday by shattering five world records at a swim meet she's attended nearly every year since 1992. The International Swimming Hall of Famer now holds over 100 world records across four decades of competition.
Collingwood champion Scott Pendlebury will become the AFL's all-time games leader this Saturday, surpassing a record that stood for nearly a decade. The 38-year-old midfielder says he's just trying to soak in every moment while he can.