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A quick-thinking citizen and Bradenton police officers rescued a struggling bald eagle from a busy intersection, getting the injured bird life-saving treatment. The eagle, now named Freedom, is recovering with wildlife experts after receiving care for an infected wing.
A Scottish whisky club turned their passion for fine spirits into £2,100 for hospice care. The Mudhook Whisky Club's annual charity event brought together rare whiskies, local businesses, and a community eager to make a difference.
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A month after Daily Maverick exposed a personal trainer's secret past, police arrested the internationally wanted drug trafficker hiding in plain sight at a Cape Town gym. The investigation shows how dedicated journalism protects communities.
Think you're too old to launch a business? New research shows entrepreneurs in their 40s, 50s, and 60s actually have better odds of success than younger founders.
When a devastating fire destroyed a veggie burger factory in cattle country, the owner faced an impossible choice. What happened next transformed a small New Mexico town and proved plant-based food could thrive anywhere.
Nigeria's telecom regulator created a new system to protect people from fraud when phone numbers get reassigned. The portal will help prevent identity theft tied to recycled SIM cards across banking, social media, and government services.
Kenya just became one of the first countries to roll out a groundbreaking HIV prevention drug that requires just two shots per year. The new treatment could transform how millions protect themselves from the virus.
Bayern Munich's Vincent Kompany isn't just leading his team to another title. He's using his platform to fight racism in football, drawing on personal experiences and his father's legacy as a refugee-turned-mayor.
African leaders just launched a new financing facility to unlock the continent's $2.5 trillion in domestic capital for roads, energy, and trade projects. The move marks a major step toward financial independence from external systems that often misprice Africa's development needs.
Families across Kenya are catching a break as prices dropped on essential items like sugar, flour, and electricity in February. The cost cuts helped ease inflation and put more money back in people's pockets.
Researchers in South Africa are pioneering ethical trials that could lead to HIV remission in children who started treatment at birth. The groundbreaking work centers African voices and puts kids' safety first.
A University of Missouri researcher found a way to deliver healing molecules past the brain's protective barrier, improving ALS symptoms in mice. The breakthrough could lead to human trials that might one day prevent the disease before symptoms start.
The largest study ever conducted on vegetarian diets and cancer has found that eating plant-based reduces the risk of five major cancers, including breast and pancreatic cancer. This groundbreaking research involving 1.8 million people offers new hope for prevention through simple dietary choices.
Tasmania is replacing its troubled youth detention center with a new facility that puts children's needs first, featuring small home-like buildings and cultural healing programs. The approach follows a major inquiry that exposed harm at the state's current youth prison.
Starting April 1st, Namibia's government will cover full medical aid for all 119,000 civil servants, removing the monthly fees workers previously paid out of pocket. The move pairs with a presidential directive requiring all government workers, including the president herself, to use public hospitals.
Bangalore's Yellow Line just got faster service as metro officials deployed their eighth train after public pressure. Off-peak riders will see the biggest improvement, with wait times dropping from 18 to 14 minutes.
Somaliland's President has granted freedom to 713 people imprisoned for minor offenses, giving them a fresh start and a chance to reunite with their families. The constitutional decision reflects a growing focus on rehabilitation over punishment.
After cracking down on corruption, South Africa's social security agency has fired five officials and rebuilt its fraud-prevention systems. The Johannesburg office is now serving vulnerable citizens again with stronger safeguards in place.
The City of Griffin, Georgia dedicated a community center to honor Sgt. Todd Thomas, who died from COVID-19 in 2021, just a year before his planned retirement. The center at the South Precinct will serve youth and families while keeping his legacy of service alive for generations.
A 17-year-old photographer got more than he bargained for when wet shoes left him stranded atop a 30-metre crane in Melbourne. Thanks to quick-thinking emergency crews, he was back on solid ground within hours.
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