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University of Missouri researchers discovered a new way to grow sweet corn that saves water and money without changing its signature sweetness. The breakthrough could help small farmers across America cut costs while protecting the environment.
A California company has cracked the code on sweetness using rare fruit proteins that taste exactly like sugar but are actually good for you. Time magazine already named it one of 2023's best inventions.
When the founder of Jugal's mithai shop died in 1963, his widow was told to sell the business. Instead, she and her family turned one small sweet shop into a seven-store legacy that now spans two continents.
A fussy Punjabi wrestler tired of his bland diet in 1912 experimented with milk, sugar, and ghee, creating dodha barfi that became a beloved treat worldwide. Today, his great-grandson runs the family business, having sent their century-old sweet to the White House on its 100th birthday.
The Texas Longhorns just made March Madness history, becoming only the sixth team ever to reach the Sweet 16 after starting in the First Four play-in games. A team that entered the tournament on a three-game losing streak is now one of college basketball's best Cinderella stories.
March Madness 2026 delivers heartwarming stories as nine teams return to the Sweet 16, while Nebraska makes its first-ever appearance and Iowa ends a 27-year drought. Every remaining team has a compelling reason to capture fans' hearts.
When his teammates struggled with injuries and cold shooting, Alex Karaban delivered the performance of his college career to keep UConn's championship dreams alive. The star forward scored a tournament-best 27 points to lead the Huskies past UCLA 73-57 and into the NCAA Sweet 16.
Trey Kaufman-Renn tipped in a missed shot with 0.7 seconds left to send Purdue to the Elite Eight with a dramatic 79-77 victory over Texas. The buzzer-beater capped an unforgettable Sweet 16 matchup where both teams refused to quit.
A former TV announcer in Howrah, India, launched a sweet shop called "Ghosal & Daughter" that challenges assumptions about who gets to inherit family businesses. The name promises a future where legacies pass from mother to daughter, not just father to son.
A sugar substitute 3,000 times sweeter than sugar just became the first precision fermentation sweet protein approved in Singapore. The breakthrough opens doors for healthier food across Asia without sacrificing taste.
South Korean farmers are using natural bio-technology to keep sweet potatoes fresh during long trips to Thailand. The innovation could help more farmers export their crops to distant markets.
St. John's University basketball team defeated Kansas at the buzzer to advance to the NCAA Sweet 16 for the first time since 1999. The dramatic victory under coach Rick Pitino marks a historic moment for the New York program and its loyal fans.
One hundred eighty-four Oregon high school seniors just walked across the stage with nearly $1 million in scholarships and a class motto about sailing through life's storms. Nine students earned top academic honors as Sweet Home High School celebrated a graduating class defined by achievement, character, and community.
The Mahua tree of central India provides flowers for sweets, seeds for oil, and ingredients for everyday meals. Indigenous communities are now turning this forest treasure into jams, biscuits, and laddoos that bring income to tribal villages.
Fifty-six years ago, George Harrison's spiritual anthem "My Sweet Lord" topped charts worldwide, becoming the first solo #1 hit by an ex-Beatle. The song blended religious traditions and changed what popular music could express.
The 11th-seeded Texas Longhorns pulled off March Madness magic, defeating powerhouse Gonzaga 74-68 to advance to the Sweet 16. A clutch corner three-pointer with 14 seconds left sealed one of the tournament's biggest upsets.
An 11th-seeded team that barely made the NCAA Tournament just pulled off one of college basketball's most impressive runs. Texas beat Gonzaga 74-68 on Saturday, becoming the first team in five years to advance from the First Four to the Sweet 16.
A Cape Town teenager who woke at 4 AM daily to sell sweets for his matric ball just landed a three-year, fully-funded business degree. Rudolph Lekay's determination earned him a complete bursary covering tuition, housing, and living expenses. #
A university in India just filed to give a special local banana official protected status, which could mean better income for farmers and stronger market presence. The Ananthapur banana's unique sweetness comes from the region's special growing conditions.
Sacramento's Golden 1 Center hosted the NCAA Women's Sweet 16 and Elite 8 for the first time, bringing eight top teams, 13,000 hotel bookings, and $10 million to the city while UCLA went on to win its first-ever national championship.
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