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Maryland Student Wins Gilman Scholarship to Study in Thailand
Acts of KindnessJun 2

Maryland Student Wins Gilman Scholarship to Study in Thailand

A Maryland junior who thought studying abroad was financially impossible just earned a federal scholarship to explore tropical ecosystems in Thailand. For Levi Cavaleri, it's his first trip outside the United States and a doorway to his environmental career dreams.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Nigerian Islamic Leaders Unite Against Religious Division
Acts of KindnessJun 8

Nigerian Islamic Leaders Unite Against Religious Division

Nine senior Islamic clerics across Nigeria's South-West region joined forces to reject extremism and reaffirm their commitment to religious unity. The historic declaration came as religious leaders work to counter divisive ideologies spreading in their communities.

Punch Nigeria2 min read
Army Vet Wins $25K Boren Scholarship to Study in Ghana
Acts of KindnessMay 5

Army Vet Wins $25K Boren Scholarship to Study in Ghana

A University of West Florida student just became the first from his school to earn one of America's most competitive international scholarships. Younge Dogbe, a U.S. Army veteran studying supply chain logistics, will receive up to $25,000 to study in his birth country while preparing for a career in federal service.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded3 min read
Egypt Legalizes 191 More Churches in Religious Freedom Push
Global NewsApr 17

Egypt Legalizes 191 More Churches in Religious Freedom Push

Egypt just approved 191 more churches for legal status, bringing the total to nearly 4,000 since the country began its historic effort to recognize Christian places of worship. The government's ongoing commitment shows real progress toward religious inclusivity.

Egypt Independent2 min read
5 Minutes of Prayer Cuts Pain and Anxiety, Study Finds
Health & WellnessJun 1

5 Minutes of Prayer Cuts Pain and Anxiety, Study Finds

A new study shows just five minutes of in-person prayer brought greater relief from pain and anxiety than listening to music, with benefits lasting up to six weeks. The results surprised researchers because the prayer helped people regardless of their faith or expectations.

Fox News Health3 min read
Suppressed Alcohol Study Finally Published After Pushback
SolutionsJun 9

Suppressed Alcohol Study Finally Published After Pushback

A federal study on alcohol's health risks, blocked from release by Trump officials, just made it to publication in a scientific journal. The research shows even one drink per day may increase disease and death risks.

STAT News2 min read
Tajikistan Religious Groups Give $1M After Earthquake
Acts of KindnessFeb 3

Tajikistan Religious Groups Give $1M After Earthquake

Religious organizations across Tajikistan donated over $1 million in 2025 to help orphans, people with disabilities, and families rebuilding after a devastating earthquake. The collective effort shows how faith communities are stepping up to support their neighbors in need.

Google News - Charity Donation Million2 min read
Spending Time with Friends Key to Happiness, Study Finds
Health & WellnessApr 18

Spending Time with Friends Key to Happiness, Study Finds

An 86-year Harvard study reveals the secret to lasting happiness isn't money or success. It's the quality of our relationships with friends and family.

Google News - Researchers Find3 min read
US Takes Stronger Stand on Global Religious Freedom
Global NewsFeb 5

US Takes Stronger Stand on Global Religious Freedom

The US Congress is pushing for tougher measures to protect religious minorities worldwide, including new sanctions against countries where persecution threatens lives. The move signals renewed American commitment to defending faith communities facing violence.

Vanguard Nigeria2 min read
Danish Study: Tylenol in Pregnancy Safe for Autism Risk
Health & WellnessApr 13

Danish Study: Tylenol in Pregnancy Safe for Autism Risk

A massive Danish study of 1.5 million children brings reassuring news for expectant mothers worried about Tylenol use. The research found no link between taking the common pain reliever during pregnancy and autism in children.

Daily Maverick2 min read
Community Health Events Double Alzheimer's Study Diversity
SolutionsJan 26

Community Health Events Double Alzheimer's Study Diversity

Emory researchers cracked the code on diversifying Alzheimer's studies by meeting African American communities where they are. Church gatherings and neighborhood events boosted enrollment in communities hit hardest by the disease.

Medical Xpress2 min read
Suppressed Alcohol Study Finally Published After Controversy
SolutionsJun 10

Suppressed Alcohol Study Finally Published After Controversy

A federal study on alcohol's health risks sat unpublished for years after industry pushback, but scientists just released their findings independently. The research reveals that even light drinking may increase disease risk more than previously thought.

STAT News2 min read
4 Bard Students Win Scholarships to Study Abroad
Community HeroesMay 20

4 Bard Students Win Scholarships to Study Abroad

Four Bard College students just won competitive federal scholarships worth up to $8,000 each to study everywhere from Bhutan to Berlin. The Gilman Scholarships help students with financial need experience the world without debt holding them back.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Python Study Reveals Natural Weight Loss Molecule
Health & WellnessMar 22

Python Study Reveals Natural Weight Loss Molecule

Scientists studying how pythons survive on one massive meal per year discovered a natural molecule that helped obese mice lose 9% of their body weight. The finding could one day lead to new obesity treatments inspired by nature's most extreme eaters.

Google News - Scientists Discover3 min read
Two Drury Students Win Study Abroad Scholarships
Acts of KindnessMay 13

Two Drury Students Win Study Abroad Scholarships

Two Missouri students just earned prestigious federal scholarships to study overseas, bringing their university's total to 12 winners since 2022. Their stories show how global experiences are becoming more accessible to students with financial need.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
22 UConn Students Win $75K for Study Abroad Dreams
Acts of KindnessMay 20

22 UConn Students Win $75K for Study Abroad Dreams

Twenty-two University of Connecticut students just secured more than $75,000 in prestigious Gilman Scholarships to study everywhere from South Korea to South Africa. These awards specifically help students who otherwise couldn't afford to experience the world.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded3 min read
UM Senior Wins Boren Scholarship for Swahili Study in Africa
SolutionsApr 30

UM Senior Wins Boren Scholarship for Swahili Study in Africa

University of Miami senior Kieran Nardi-White landed a prestigious Boren Scholarship to study Swahili in Tanzania this fall. He's the first UM student to earn the national security scholarship since 2018.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Rivals Unite: Religious Freedom Summit Bridges Divides
Global NewsFeb 13

Rivals Unite: Religious Freedom Summit Bridges Divides

A Republican ex-governor and Democratic Holocaust survivor's daughter are proving that unity is possible in divided times. Their annual International Religious Freedom Summit brings together persecuted communities worldwide around one powerful idea: freedom for everyone, everywhere.

Google News - Reconciliation3 min read
2,500 Religious Leaders Unite to Empower Youth in Malaysia
Acts of Kindness4d ago

2,500 Religious Leaders Unite to Empower Youth in Malaysia

Religious leaders from 49 countries gathered in Kuala Lumpur to tackle how faith can help young people navigate AI, misinformation, and rapid social change. The summit brought together Muslims, Christians, and other faiths to build bridges instead of barriers.

Euronews2 min read
Study of 1.5M Kids Finds No Autism Link to Tylenol
Health & WellnessApr 16

Study of 1.5M Kids Finds No Autism Link to Tylenol

A massive new study of over 1.5 million children has confirmed that taking Tylenol during pregnancy does not cause autism, offering reassurance to expectant mothers who need safe pain relief. The research contradicts recent claims made without scientific backing.

Google News - Health2 min read

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