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Over 60 countries now celebrate White Ribbon Day, a movement that's flipping the script on ending violence against women by recruiting men as mentors and allies. A London photo exhibit honored 16 men nominated by women for their powerful advocacy work.
After three years in captivity enduring conflict-related sexual violence, 28-year-old Daniil from Donetsk is now helping other male survivors access support and break the silence. His advocacy work with UN agencies is changing how communities recognize and help male victims of wartime trauma.
Scientists at Cornell University have successfully tested a safe, reversible male contraceptive in mice that completely stops sperm production without hormones. After treatment ended, fertility returned fully and the mice produced healthy offspring.
Japanese researchers used gene editing to create fertile female mice from male cells, a breakthrough that could help save endangered species when only males remain. The team successfully bred these opposite-sex clones with their original donor, producing healthy offspring.
Patrick Denmon discovered a lump while showering in 2023 and learned he had Stage 3 male breast cancer, a disease so rare it affects less than 1% of men. Now in remission, the 44-year-old father of three is sharing his story to remind men they can get breast cancer too.
Australia is expanding a program that helps women succeed in male-dominated small businesses, quadrupling its reach from 30 to 120 companies. The She Means initiative provides training, leadership tools, and support to break down barriers in traditionally male industries.
Simran Bala made history commanding 147 male soldiers at India's Republic Day parade, the first woman officer to lead an all-male military contingent. The 26-year-old from a border village now serves in anti-Naxal operations after less than a year in service.
Researchers in the Everglades are turning invasive Burmese pythons into tracking devices, using males to lead them straight to breeding females. The clever strategy has grown from 8 tagged snakes in 2023 to 25 scout pythons in 2026.
Scientists discovered why some boys outgrow asthma when they hit their teens. Male hormones help lung nerve cells suppress inflammation and prevent asthma attacks.
Scientists tracked male green sea turtles for three years off Brazil's coast and discovered migration patterns that could revolutionize conservation efforts. The findings fill critical gaps in understanding how these mysterious ocean travelers survive and thrive.
Scientists confirmed a Japanese ant species where every single individual is a queen who conquers other colonies and clones herself. This marks the first known ant species to completely eliminate both males and workers.
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A New Zealand kea parrot missing half his beak invented a unique "jousting" technique and rose to become the dominant male in his group. Bruce's story is the first documented case of a disabled animal achieving alpha status through behavioral innovation alone.
Tyon Newsome made history at Raines High School in Jacksonville, becoming the first male on both sides of his family to earn a diploma. His uncle's tearful celebration has touched thousands online.
When Tyon Newsome walked across the stage at his Jacksonville high school graduation, he broke a generational barrier as the first male graduate on both sides of his family. His uncle's tearful celebration has touched thousands online.
Tyon Newsome made history walking across the stage at his Jacksonville graduation. He's the first male on both sides of his family to earn a high school diploma.
Popular weight loss medications like GLP-1 drugs might do more than help people shed pounds. New research suggests they could also improve testosterone levels and sperm quality in men with obesity.
When Tyon Newsome walked across the stage at his Jacksonville high school graduation, he made history as the first male on either side of his family to earn a diploma. The emotional celebration that followed has touched millions online.
When Tyon Newsome received his diploma from Raines High School in Jacksonville, he became the first male graduate on both sides of his family. His uncle's emotional reaction captured the moment that's now inspiring families across the country.
Pacific University senior Ally Hammond just shaved more than half a second off her own school record in the 200-meter dash, opening her indoor season with a blazing 24.60-second finish. Her performance was part of a record-breaking day for the Boxers, with multiple athletes posting career-best times at the University of Washington Indoor Preview.
New Zealand cyclist Ally Wollaston powered through a tough hilly course to win her second straight stage at the Tour Down Under, proving her opening victory was no fluke. The 22-year-old outsprinted defending champion Noemi Ruegg to claim the 130.7km race through South Australia's Adelaide Hills.
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