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Mexico City just made it official: pan dulce, the sweet bread at the heart of countless family gatherings, is now recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage. The move celebrates a centuries-old tradition that turns flour and sugar into memories.
A Nintendo Switch game dedicated to Mexican pan dulce is celebrating the country's beloved bakery culture through puzzle gameplay and stunning illustrations. PancitoMerge lets players run a Mexican panadería, stacking conchas, orejas, and other iconic breads while learning their unique histories.
A Cumberland resident who recently completed cancer treatment crossed the finish line at one of New England's most challenging charity bike rides. The Pan-Mass Challenge raises millions annually for cancer research and treatment.
Every April 14, Pan American Day celebrates over a century of cooperation across 35 nations in the Americas. It's not flashy, but it marks real progress in how neighbors work together.
Corrie Painter beat a rare, aggressive cancer 16 years ago and is now preparing for her seventh Pan-Mass Challenge bike ride. Her determination to give back shows how survivors can transform their second chance into hope for others.
Hundreds of Afghan men in Kunar province have turned to traditional gold panning along the Kunar River, creating their own employment in a country with limited job opportunities. Workers can earn up to $125 per week finding tiny gold nuggets in the riverbed.
Paralympian Evan Wilkerson shattered the world record twice in one day at the Para Pan Pacific Championships, lowering his 100-meter backstroke time by over two seconds. Team USA swimmers set 13 American records over the weekend in California, building momentum toward the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympic Games.
American Paralympic swimmer Katie Kubiak shattered a world record and set three national marks in one day at the Para Pan Pacific Championships in California. Team USA athletes claimed multiple records as they prepare for the 2028 LA Paralympic Games on home soil.
A Barbados-born entrepreneur who's built orphanages and clinics across Africa just received Ghanaian citizenship after years of grassroots work connecting the diaspora with the continent. His next project: a 300-acre sustainable community for Black families returning home.
Two-time Paralympic champion Danielle Dorris led Canada to its first medal at the Para Pan Pacific Swimming Championships, touching the wall first but earning silver based on the sport's unique scoring system. The 23-year-old from Moncton also helped set a Canadian record in relay competition.
Young athletes are shattering world records and rewriting the history books at the 2026 Para Pan Pacific Championships in California. Eighteen-year-old swimmer Alessandra Oliveira Dos Santos led the charge with a stunning performance that knocked nearly a full second off her own world record.
Four swimmers just shattered a world record, and for two veteran athletes on the relay, it was their first time experiencing that magical moment. Van Mathias, who came out of retirement for this chance, says at his age he still feels like the rookie on Team USA.
Over a thousand creatives across Africa entered a competition to design the symbol of a borderless continent. The winning logo will launch a movement to unite 54 nations through free trade and travel.
Up to one million flamingos breed safely each year in Namibia's Etosha National Park, a protected wildlife sanctuary spanning nearly 9,000 square miles. The ancient salt flats and surrounding grasslands shelter lions, elephants, rhinos, and countless other species behind protective fencing that keeps poachers out.
A new 12-week journalism program is bringing African media professionals together to master digital skills and build networks across the continent. The MTN Media Innovation Programme combines online learning with hands-on experience in Johannesburg, with applications open until April 30.
A new continent-wide training programme is opening doors for African journalists to master digital skills and build cross-border networks. Applications are now open for the 2026 cohort, with a 12-week certified programme combining online learning and hands-on experience in Johannesburg.
Ethiopia's president unveiled a bold plan to let African startups operate across the continent without red tape, tackling a looming jobs crisis for 362 million young people. The initiative could transform how Africa's youth-led businesses scale and create opportunity.
A major boxing championship featuring fighters from across Africa will celebrate the legacy of a beloved Nigerian market leader and mother. The April event showcases rising talent while honoring a woman who inspired a nation.
Three nations took commanding victories in Jamaica as they chase spots at the 2027 World Lacrosse Championship. The high-stakes tournament is determining which teams will represent the Americas on the world stage.
In a delightfully satirical petition, Mexico City officials have asked the Nobel Committee to consider creating a baked goods category for peace prizes. The playful proposal celebrates how sweet bread brings people together.
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