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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
New Zealand cyclist Ally Wollaston powered through a tough day to win her second consecutive stage at the Tour Down Under, proving that mental strength can triumph even when your body says no. Despite feeling off her game for most of the 130-kilometer race, the 24-year-old found another gear when it mattered most.
Australia's second-youngest Winter Olympian made history as 16-year-old Ally Hickman qualified for the women's snowboard slopestyle final. The rising star joins veteran aerialists Danielle Scott and Abbey Willcox in showcasing Australia's growing winter sports talent at Milano Cortina 2026.
New Zealand's Ally Wollaston just made history by becoming the first cyclist to win back-to-back titles at Australia's Great Ocean Road Race. She powered through illness and tough climbs to defend her championship in spectacular fashion.
A Philadelphia high school baseball coach who survived breast cancer just earned one of sports' most prestigious courage awards. Juan Namnun is now using his platform to help men understand they can get breast cancer too.
A six-year study shows researchers can safely stop and restart sperm production without hormones or lasting harm. Treated mice regained full fertility and had healthy offspring.
Britain and Germany just announced their largest drone and missile packages yet for Ukraine, with over 120,000 drones headed to the frontlines this year. The coordinated effort shows allies stepping up support while learning valuable defense lessons from Ukraine's battlefield innovations.
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