Croatia Clears Last Landmine After 30-Year Mission
After three decades of painstaking work, Croatia has completely cleared two million landmines left from its independence war. The country is now helping Ukraine do the same.
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Robots Clear 227,000 Landmines in Azerbaijan Since 2020
Remote-controlled machines are tackling one of the world's deadliest jobs, clearing landmines up to 40 times faster than human deminers while keeping workers safe. Azerbaijan has cleared 240,000 hectares of contaminated land since 2020, and now countries like Ukraine are using the technology to speed recovery.
Cambodia Honors Hero Rat Who Cleared 100 Landmines
A statue now stands in Cambodia honoring Magawa, an African giant pouched rat who cleared 100 landmines and made 1.5 million square feet of land safe again. The beloved "Hero Rat" saved countless lives during his five-year career detecting explosives too dangerous for humans to find.
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Cambodia Unveils 7-Foot Statue for Hero Landmine Rat
A brave rodent named Magawa saved countless lives by detecting over 100 unexploded bombs in Cambodia. Now, the country honors him with a monument that stands seven feet tall.
New Robot Systems Clear 30,000m² of Landmines Daily
Autonomous robots are now clearing dangerous landmines without putting human lives at risk, processing areas the size of four football fields every hour. New technology from Pearson Engineering is helping Ukraine and other nations tackle the 57 countries still contaminated by buried explosives.
Azerbaijan's Homegrown Robots Clear Minefields Faster
Azerbaijan is using locally built remote-controlled robots to clear landmines up to 100 times faster than manual methods, helping families return home safely while sharing the technology with countries like Ukraine. The innovation is turning one of the world's deadliest post-conflict challenges into a model for recovery.
World Food Prize Winner Turns Minefields Into Farms
Heidi Kuhn has found a way to transform 110 million landmines across 60 countries into opportunities for farming and peace. Her innovative approach doesn't just clear explosives—it rebuilds entire communities by planting crops where danger once lived.
Prince Harry Visits Ukraine to Spotlight Mine Clearance
Prince Harry made a surprise visit to Kyiv this week, shining a global spotlight on teams using AI and robotics to clear landmines from Ukrainian farmland. The trip honored his mother's legacy while supporting recovery efforts in one of the world's most mine-contaminated regions.
Three-Legged Leopard Crosses Borders, Gives Hope to Species
A Persian leopard named Aren traveled over 155 miles across two countries despite losing a leg to a landmine. His remarkable journey shows how endangered wildlife can thrive when conservationists work together across borders.
Somalia's Elite Forces Seize Al-Shabab Explosives Cache
Somalia's Danab commandos discovered and secured a major cache of landmines and explosives hidden by militants in Middle Shabelle. The find came after the region was recently liberated from al-Shabab control.
Deminer Found Ancient Weapons While Clearing War Minefields
A humanitarian deminer in Artsakh discovered thousands of years of ancient artifacts while clearing deadly explosives from contested battlegrounds. His rescued collection now preserves the memory of a homeland he was forced to flee.
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Angola Survey Finds Dozens of New Species in Highlands
Scientists exploring one of Africa's least-studied regions discovered eight new dragonfly species, three grasshoppers, and 60 butterflies and moths previously unknown to science. The remote Angolan highlands feed some of Africa's most important river systems but remained a biological mystery for decades.
Veteran Survives Mine Blast, Captivity, Now Helps Others
Paul Rees lost his ability to walk after a mine explosion in Bosnia, survived 21 days of captivity in Libya, and now dedicates his life to helping fellow veterans heal. His story shows how the hardest battles often come after service ends.
Mikaela Shiffrin Wins Olympic Gold After Beijing Heartbreak
After crashing three times and leaving the 2022 Beijing Olympics with zero medals, skiing legend Mikaela Shiffrin confronted her fears and won gold in slalom at the 2026 Milan Cortina Games. Her journey back to the podium shows how even the world's greatest athletes must battle self-doubt and criticism.
Scientists Find Dozens of New Species in Angola's Highlands
A remote plateau in Angola has revealed species never seen before, confirming one of Africa's most exciting biodiversity frontiers. The discovery highlights how much of our planet remains unexplored, even in places that sustain life across entire continents.
Robot Firefighters Scout Burning Buildings in South Korea
South Korea's fire departments now send robots into burning buildings first, giving crews a safer way to assess danger before risking lives. The machines can withstand temperatures up to 1,500 degrees while sending back real-time video.
Racer Alex Zanardi Won Paralympic Gold After Losing Both Legs
After losing both legs in a 200mph crash, champion race car driver Alex Zanardi taught himself to handcycle and won two Paralympic gold medals at age 45. His remarkable comeback made him one of the most inspiring faces of the 2012 London Games.
UN Honors Two Peacekeepers for Life-Saving Heroism
A Ukrainian contractor and a Uruguayan sergeant will receive the UN's highest peacekeeping honor for extraordinary courage under fire. Both men risked their lives to save others during violent conflicts in South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Nobel Laureates Head to Kenya for Climate Justice Summit
Four Nobel Peace Prize winners will visit Kenya in March 2026 to honor environmental champion Wangari Maathai and mentor young women climate activists. The gathering brings together leaders who've fought for human rights, peace, and environmental protection across four continents.
Hyundai Donates 4 Firefighting Robots to Protect Lives
South Korea is getting robotic firefighters that enter burning buildings first, protecting human responders while battling blazes. Hyundai donated four autonomous vehicles equipped with heat shields, water cannons, and infrared cameras to firehouses across the country.
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