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Freeman Johnson, the oldest living Pearl Harbor survivor at 106, spent decades in silence but now shares his story with schoolchildren and communities worldwide. His message? History matters, but so does the life you build after.
Before Harry Styles made pearls cool again, Renaissance men wore single pearl earrings to show wealth and global power. A historian reveals why this luxurious trend dominated the 16th and 17th centuries.
A severely malnourished harbor seal shot in the face is now eating and receiving medical care at a Washington wildlife center. Rescuers discovered the bullet wound during x-rays and remain hopeful about her recovery.
When beachgoers get too close to harbor seals, stressed mothers abandon their newborns. Now rescue teams are using u-shaped nursing pillows shaped like mother seals to comfort and save these orphaned pups.
A rebranded Michigan nonprofit is using Friday bingo nights to fund career training programs that will help adults land remote jobs with major companies. The Benton Harbor Success Movement is the only licensed bingo hall within 20 miles, giving locals a fun night out while supporting their neighbors' futures.
A Palm Harbor fire crew saved an injured young hawk trapped between a building and a bush, handling the bird with gentle care before getting it professional help. The rescue shows how first responders protect all lives, feathered or not.
A terrified kitten that darted into traffic found an unusual hiding spot inside a vehicle's rear suspension, prompting Gig Harbor firefighters to team up with a local tire shop for a creative rescue. The operation ended with one very lucky kitten safe and completely unharmed.
Four companies just launched a pilot to create hydrogen fuel cell harbor boats in Singapore, one of the world's busiest ports. If successful, the project could help clean up emissions from 1,600 harbor vessels.
Four marine companies just teamed up to build Singapore's first hydrogen fuel cell harbor boat, a major step toward cleaning up one of the world's busiest ports. If successful, the pilot could transform how 1,600 harbor vessels operate emission-free.
Scientists in Greece just found a hidden harbor beneath Ancient Olympia that could rewrite how the original Olympic Games operated. The 2,500-year-old basin was discovered using groundbreaking technology that sees through 20 feet of earth.
Isle of Wight bodybuilder Pearl Dobson just proved age is nothing but a number, claiming first place at a major international competition in Spain at 61. Her victory shows that dreams don't come with expiration dates.
While small liberal arts colleges shutter nationwide, Maine's College of the Atlantic is charting a different course with a $95 million endowment and programs that keep students coming. The Bar Harbor school's new interim president says smart planning is paying off when others can't stay afloat.
A fisherman who once littered the ocean now runs a cleanup initiative removing ghost fishing gear and tires from Canada's harbors. His documentary helped secure funding to expand operations and hire additional divers.
Crystal clear waters near a nuclear power plant in southern China now host thriving pearl farms, proving clean energy can create unexpected opportunities. This innovative pairing is reshaping how the world thinks about sustainable development.
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More than 150 volunteers gathered at Kalk Bay Harbour for the largest ocean cleanup in the event's nine-year history, removing hidden trash from both underwater and shore. Young surfers, divers, and community members worked together to protect one of South Africa's most iconic working harbors.
A Portland coffee shop turned a negative comment into a fundraiser for immigrant neighbors. The "Harboring Hope" sticker campaign grew from their commitment to protecting their community.
A kitten that ran into traffic and hid in a car's suspension got a second chance thanks to alert drivers and quick-thinking firefighters. The tiny stowaway escaped unharmed and may have found a home with the very driver whose car it chose.
Formula 1's youngest sensation Kimi Antonelli celebrated his fifth consecutive victory by launching himself into Monaco's famous harbor, continuing a legendary racing tradition. The 19-year-old Italian is dominating the 2026 season with a commanding 66-point championship lead.
A whale watching tour off New York City spotted nine humpback whales in a single day, backed by Manhattan's iconic skyline. The incredible sighting shows how decades of water cleanup efforts have transformed the harbor into a thriving marine habitat.
A rare disease nonprofit co-founded by Pearl Jam's Eddie Vedder is revolutionizing medical research by acting like a venture capital firm, turning every dollar into multiple cures. Their innovative funding model has already contributed to three FDA-approved treatments for a devastating skin disease that once had no hope.
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