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The nation's largest health insurer is eliminating approval requirements for nearly a third of its medical services, freeing up doctors to spend less time on paperwork and more time with patients. The change could save physicians' offices an average of 12 hours per week currently spent seeking insurance approval.
Stephen T. Miller joined 141 fellow authors in Philadelphia to set a new Guinness World Record for most writers signing the same book simultaneously. The Winchester writer contributed to "Legacy in Ink," a collection capturing personal stories during America's 250th anniversary year.
After her publisher mysteriously shelved her passion project, renowned cookbook author Nancy Singleton Hachisu found a new home for her work celebrating Japanese culinary artisans. The expanded book launches in 2026, bringing refined recipes and chef stories to eager readers.
Nigerian-Irish author Dexter Loko transports readers to Zereshé, Nigeria's secret 37th state, in his enchanting new fantasy novel. The story weaves African mythology with universal themes that rival beloved works by Nnedi Okorafor and Tomi Adeyemi.
Indian author Lalita Iyer's new book reframes aging as liberation, not decline. Her honest memoir encourages women over 50 to reclaim themselves instead of disappearing.
Dubai just launched a groundbreaking government authority dedicated to extending healthy lifespans and revolutionizing healthcare innovation. The new Dubai Longevity Authority aims to make the city the world's leading hub for wellness breakthroughs and advanced medical treatments.
The United Arab Emirates just created a new federal authority dedicated to artificial intelligence and data, with education as its first major focus. Students and universities will soon experience faster, smarter services powered by cutting-edge AI technology.
Dubai just created a first-of-its-kind government body dedicated to extending healthy lifespans through cutting-edge medical innovation. The Dubai Longevity Authority will regulate breakthrough therapies and attract global talent to turn the city into a worldwide hub for wellness research.
A conservation researcher in Australia is listing the Martuwarra Fitzroy River as the lead author on her scientific publications, challenging Western views of knowledge and honoring Indigenous traditions. The river even has its own research identifier, with seven papers published so far.
More UK students are studying authors of colour for their English GCSEs, but it'll take decades to reach equal representation without faster action. A new report shows progress is happening, just not fast enough.
Tamil Nadu just passed groundbreaking legislation to protect and manage its water for future generations. The new authority will oversee everything from groundwater to flood zones, ensuring every drop counts.
Ghana just turned a bold campaign promise into law, creating a new authority to help businesses operate around the clock and create more jobs. The move aims to transform the country's economy by attracting investment and keeping production humming day and night.
A Mississippi high school senior got the shock of her life when bestselling author Angie Thomas jumped on a video call to award her a full-ride scholarship. Stephanie Hartmann thought she was in a final interview, but instead received life-changing news.
Brandon Sanderson just landed the deal of a lifetime with Apple TV. The fantasy author will write, produce, and have final say over adaptations of his Cosmere universe books.
More than 650 everyday people who volunteered for NASA citizen science projects have become published co-authors on peer-reviewed research papers. They discovered comets, tracked auroras, and studied exoplanets from their own backyards.
Thousands of workers, retirees, and families took to the streets in colorful celebration as Ghana's Ports and Harbours Authority marked 40 years of service. The wellness walks in Tema and Takoradi brought together every level of the organization in a powerful display of community spirit.
More than 650 everyday citizens have become published scientific authors by volunteering with NASA projects, discovering everything from comets to exoplanets. Their contributions are now part of the permanent scientific record that will inform researchers for generations.
Best-selling author Daniel Coyle says we've been thinking about personal growth all wrong. His new book reveals why the most meaningful progress happens together, not alone.
Dr. Faith Chiejina launched her debut novel at 63, inspired by her grandmother's story of resilience. The book celebrates marriages where partners lift each other up rather than hold each other back.
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A Polish immigrant who defied her father and became one of the 1920s' most beloved authors is experiencing a literary renaissance. Anzia Yezierska's powerful stories about immigrant women are finding new readers a century later.
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