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South Korea just scored a major win in the global defense market, landing multi-billion dollar orders for its homegrown KF-21 fighter jet from Southeast Asian nations. The breakthrough marks a David-versus-Goliath moment as Korea Aerospace Industries challenges US and European defense giants.
When the United States refused to share critical technologies for South Korea's first homegrown fighter jet, Seoul did something remarkable. Instead of giving up, Korean engineers spent a decade building everything themselves, and their combat-ready KF-21 just entered service.
Centre County is celebrating 21 everyday heroes who give their time to help neighbors in need, from teaching adults to read to cooking meals for homeless families. These volunteers prove that small acts of service create big ripples of hope. #
San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama just made NBA history by becoming the youngest player ever to win Defensive Player of the Year at age 21. The French phenom's record-breaking achievement caps off a sensational rookie campaign that's redefining what's possible for first-year players.
Major health and beauty retailer AS Watson just raised its sustainability game with a bold new pledge to slash virgin plastic across its own-brand packaging. The company aims to reduce plastic use by 21% before 2030, touching everything from shopping bags to warehouse materials.
A decade of patient work in Madhepura, Bihar has changed how 21 villages approach education, healthcare, and family stability. Real progress happened because people chose to stay and build something lasting.
A dedicated volunteer crew has spent more than 10 years protecting and preserving Langham Island's fragile ecosystem in Illinois. Their work ensures the 21-acre river island remains a thriving natural sanctuary for generations to come.
The Boston 5K sold out in just 21 minutes last year, so organizers are giving everyone a fair shot with a new lottery system. Registration for the April 18 race closes Thursday at 5 p.m.
Tennis star Coco Gauff arrives in Melbourne with confidence and a new game plan after winning the French Open last year. The 21-year-old American is working with a biomechanics coach to fix her serve and forehand issues as she chases her third Grand Slam title.
A college baseball game between St. Thomas and Northern Colorado lasted 21 innings across two days, finally ending when the visiting team won on their opponent's field via a rare walk-off balk. The marathon match became one of the most unusual finishes in college baseball history.
Every single graduate from St. Johns County's Take Stock in Children program just earned a full college scholarship. These 21 seniors overcame financial hardship to achieve their dreams of higher education.
The UAE's Mohammed Bin Rashid Innovation Fund just welcomed 21 cutting-edge startups into its 11th accelerator program, offering them mentorship, funding access, and connections to scale their businesses. From AI-powered health twins to quantum-secure cybersecurity, these innovators are tackling real-world challenges while reinforcing the UAE's position as a global innovation hub.
Loyola Academy's girls lacrosse team dominated the Illinois state championship with a record-breaking 21-3 victory, claiming their 17th state title. The Ramblers scored their first goal just 65 seconds into the game and never looked back.
The University of Minnesota system is sending more Olympic hockey players than any other NCAA school, with 21 athletes representing seven countries in Italy. Between both campuses, Golden Gophers and Bulldogs will compete for medals starting this week.
The Unrivaled women's basketball league just shattered attendance records when over 21,000 fans packed Philadelphia's arena for a regular-season game. It's the biggest crowd ever for professional women's basketball outside the playoffs.
North Atlantic right whales are having their best calving season in decades, with 21 babies documented so far. Among them is Callosity Back's first calf, a whale researcher Julie Albert waited 19 years to see.
A sunken Montreal highway is now a thriving public square featuring 21 flowering gardens, each honoring a woman lost to violence or who pioneered change. The project reconnects divided neighborhoods while creating a living memorial that blooms with the seasons.
A 3-on-3 women's basketball league just shattered attendance records when over 21,000 fans packed a Philadelphia arena. The crowd marked the largest turnout ever for a regular-season women's professional basketball game in history.
Indonesian authorities rescued 21 endangered green sea turtles from smugglers on Bali's coast, arresting one suspect who now faces up to 15 years in prison. The bust came after local residents spotted suspicious activity and reported it to police.
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A half-Jewish actress named Agnes Bernauer became one of WWII's most unexpected heroes by playing a fictional German radio star who planted doubts in enemy soldiers' minds. At just 21 years old, she turned propaganda into a powerful weapon for good.
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