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Scientists just figured out why one of physics' most important numbers has been so frustratingly hard to measure for over 200 years. The discovery could finally help us understand gravity itself.
Bangladesh's Prime Minister Tarique Rahman made an unexpected appearance at a couple's wedding in Dhaka, then sent gifts the next day. The gesture sparked warm reactions from guests who saw it as a thoughtful connection between a leader and ordinary citizens.
Mountain bongos, a rare antelope that vanished from Kenya's forests in 1994, are making a comeback thanks to an ambitious breeding program. Conservationists aim to restore 750 of these striped beauties to the wild by 2050.
A women's fellowship in Ghana brought Mother's Day early to female inmates at Kumasi Central Prisons with donations worth $1,500. The gift shows how faith communities are stepping up to support women society often forgets.
On his first day in office, Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay signed three major orders bringing free electricity to millions, creating an elite women's safety force, and launching a statewide anti-drug taskforce. The moves signal an ambitious start for the new government focused on safety and basic needs.
Actor-turned-politician C. Joseph Vijay broke tradition by addressing thousands of supporters immediately after becoming Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister, promising zero corruption and a government focused on women's safety and accountability. In a powerful speech, he emphasized his humble roots and vowed that his administration would have only one power center: him.
D. Sudhakar didn't just talk about water conservation. For 20 years, the Karnataka minister drank only rainwater harvested at his own homes and brought the practice to schools across his drought-prone district.
Hungary welcomed a new prime minister Saturday after voters delivered a landslide victory for reform and reconnection with Europe. The symbolic return of the EU flag to parliament after 12 years marked the beginning of a promised transformation.
After pole vaulters faced fines and harassment for traveling with their equipment, India's railway system is drafting its first-ever policy to help athletes transport their gear. The sports ministry stepped in after athletes carrying 17-foot poles were forced off trains.
The Federal Aviation Administration is testing artificial intelligence that could predict flight congestion weeks in advance, potentially saving travelers from countless delays. The system aims to fix scheduling problems before they ripple across the country.
After 16 years under Viktor Orbán's rule, Hungary welcomed a new prime minister in a landslide victory that voters are celebrating as the dawn of a fresh democratic chapter. Péter Magyar's Tisza Party won 141 of 199 parliamentary seats, capturing what many see as the country's desire for change.
After three months without a wicket, young Afghan bowler Noor Ahmad found his groove again thanks to legendary cricketer MS Dhoni's quiet guidance. The turnaround has helped propel Chennai Super Kings back into playoff contention.
Hungary welcomed a new prime minister Saturday as Peter Magyar was sworn in, ending Viktor Orban's 16-year grip on power with promises of sweeping anti-corruption reforms. The pro-European conservative's landslide victory signals a dramatic shift toward transparency and democratic renewal.
A colorful bird's 6,200-mile journey is connecting conservationists from South Africa to China in an inspiring effort to protect migration routes. Just seven tiny tracking devices have already sparked international collaboration to save vulnerable habitats.
Forced to flee Afghanistan after death threats, tech CEO Roya Mahboob now runs underground classrooms teaching girls banned from school under Taliban rule. Through encrypted channels and a free offline app, she's reaching hundreds of students whose education was stolen.
Ten women journalists from marginalized communities in rural Uttar Pradesh launched their collective memoir, celebrating 25 years of breaking barriers in a male-dominated field. Their book captures the emotional journey from local reporters to internationally recognized voices.
Cambodia's health and environment ministries just teamed up to slash plastic waste across all hospitals and clinics nationwide. The partnership brings medical facilities into a movement that's already inspired over 8 million Cambodians to ditch single-use plastics.
Brown bears once kept in cramped cages as status symbols in Armenia are now running free at a wildlife refuge in the country's highlands. Conservationists rescued these animals from wealthy owners who kept them in poor conditions with little food or proper care.
After weeks of violence that displaced 94,000 people, tribal leaders from Afghanistan and Pakistan met in the Nawa Pass area and agreed to a groundbreaking ceasefire. The May 4th agreement marks the first time in recent memory that both sides have committed to ending attacks and allowing families to return home.
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After a government minister blocked her exhibit from representing South Africa, artist Gabrielle Goliath found an even more powerful venue for her work honoring victims of violence. Her installation now fills a Venice church with haunting beauty while the official national pavilion sits empty.
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