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A red-tailed hawk near death from starvation received a life-saving blood transfusion from another hawk at the University of Illinois. The emaciated bird is now strong enough to prepare for release back into the wild.
A red-tailed hawk found motionless on a Pennsylvania roadway is bouncing back at a wildlife rehab center, and staff say its spunky attitude means recovery is going well. The bird went from lying drenched and distressed to eating regularly and testing its wings in an outdoor flight enclosure.
The U.S. Air Force has approved production of 14 next-generation T-7A Red Hawk trainer aircraft, marking a major step toward replacing jets that have trained pilots for over 60 years. The first all-digitally designed Air Force aircraft will prepare students for advanced fighter and bomber cockpits starting in 2027.
Two Tennessee firefighters made an unexpected rescue when they spotted a red-shouldered hawk struggling with its foot caught in a fence line. Their quick thinking and gentle approach gave the bird a second chance at flight.
The Nigerian Red Cross Society is becoming a major player in global humanitarian response, with volunteers bringing hope to millions across the country. This year's World Red Cross Day celebrated growing public awareness around life-saving blood donation as misconceptions fade and more Nigerians step up to help.
Young people are transforming disaster relief in Iowa, driving a 25% jump in Red Cross volunteers over three years. The agency now has 1,200 active volunteers statewide, with Gen Z leading the charge through school-based Red Cross Clubs.
Atlanta Hawks star Jonathan Kuminga accidentally made a 75-foot shot while trying to pass the ball, creating the sixth-longest basket in NBA history. The improbable moment capped off the Hawks' 11th straight win as they surge toward the playoffs.
England has a roadmap to bring beloved red squirrels back from the brink of extinction after losing 95% of their range. Without action, they'll vanish from mainland England within a generation, but new science offers hope.
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After years of stalled investigations, South Africa's elite police unit rushed 13 lottery fraud cases to prosecutors in just weeks. The sudden action came after the Hawks missed a key parliamentary meeting, reviving cases where millions meant for charities allegedly went to corrupt officials instead.
England's most southerly red squirrel population is thriving along the Sefton Coast, where dedicated conservation efforts are reversing decades of decline. Regular monitoring shows steady progress in protecting these endangered creatures that once seemed headed for extinction.
Britain is testing a humane contraceptive solution to control 2.7 million grey squirrels threatening native red squirrels with extinction. The breakthrough approach could protect woodlands and save a beloved species without culling.
The Atlanta Hawks are celebrating a cultural landmark with an unusual tribute night featuring lemon pepper wings, live music, and exclusive merch. When the Orlando Magic visit on March 16, it's more than just basketball.
Red foxes use extraordinary hearing to detect rodents scurrying beneath thick snow, then dive headfirst through the powder to catch their hidden prey. This remarkable hunting technique showcases one of nature's most impressive sensory adaptations.
A rough-legged hawk with a badly broken wing that had already started healing wrong made a full recovery at a wildlife rescue center and returned to the skies. The bird proved rescuers wrong when it flew beautifully just months after arriving with an injury vets feared would never heal properly.
When tornadoes tore through southeast Louisiana, Red Cross volunteers showed up the next morning with supplies, financial help, and a promise to stay. Over 50 people across 18 households are getting the support they need to rebuild.
As Winter Storm Fern brings freezing temperatures and power outages across Louisiana, the American Red Cross is calling on residents to help their neighbors stay warm and safe. No experience needed—just two hours of training gets you ready to make a difference.
Volunteers transformed Rotary Park in Moorhead by planting 300 native trees along the Red River's banks in a single day. The annual community event protects the river from erosion while creating shade for people and wildlife.
On February 17, 1863, five compassionate leaders gathered in Geneva and created an organization that would save countless lives across the globe. Their meeting sparked the International Committee of the Red Cross and established the rules of war that protect people to this day.
Baseball star Eugenio Suárez turned down higher offers to rejoin the Cincinnati Reds, where his daughter was born and his family still lives. The team stretched its budget to bring home the 34-year-old slugger who hit 49 home runs last season.
Four red wolf pups have been successfully cloned by researchers working to rescue North America's most endangered wolf species from extinction. The breakthrough offers new hope for an animal that vanished from the wild in 1980.
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