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For nearly 70 years, Wanma Nuimeem has woven intricate silk patterns once made for Thai royalty, but she's one of the last artisans who knows how. Now, a UNESCO nomination is bringing hope that her fading craft will survive for future generations.
Baby caterpillars have cracked the code to living like royalty inside ant colonies by perfectly copying the queen's vibrations. Scientists discovered these tiny tricksters use complex rhythmic patterns never before seen outside primates.
Irish horse trainer Willie Mullins just joined racing royalty by winning his third straight Grand National, matching a record that stood for 71 years. The humble 69-year-old says he's enjoying the sport more now than ever before.
Hockey royalty meets golf tradition as Paulina Gretzky, daughter of Wayne Gretzky, supports her husband Dustin Johnson at one of golf's most heartwarming family events. The Masters Par 3 Contest brought together players, spouses, and kids for a day of fun before tournament pressure begins.
A children's book about invisible crowns that shine when kids are kind came to life when special needs students created their own crowns at a joyful reading session. Author Ghada Kofa turned storytime into a celebration of inner royalty.
The UConn Huskies are one win away from joining basketball royalty, chasing their third national championship in four years. Only two programs in history have achieved this remarkable feat.
South Carolina coach Dawn Staley just became the fourth coach ever to lead a team to three straight NCAA championship games, joining basketball royalty. The Gamecocks face UCLA on April 5 for their fourth title shot.
Aryna Sabalenka just joined tennis royalty by winning both Indian Wells and Miami in the same season, becoming only the fifth woman ever to complete the legendary "Sunshine Double." The world No. 1 defeated Coco Gauff 6-2, 4-6, 6-3 in Miami to cement an incredible 23-1 season start.
A rare mango variety that once graced Queen Victoria's table and shaped Mumbai's history is being brought back to life on a Maharashtra farm. The Cawasji Patel mango, nearly forgotten in modern markets, tells a story of legacy, flavor, and one farmer's quiet dedication to preservation.
Chef Imtiaz Qureshi started cooking at age nine and went on to serve royalty and presidents while revolutionizing how India celebrates its own cuisine. His legacy lives on through restaurants spanning three continents.
A Montreal teen's viral TikTok videos brought her 92-year-old grandmother back together with her childhood best friend who happens to be royalty. Kaylee Patterson never imagined her social media hobby would reconnect two women separated for decades.
Two legendary Mardi Gras krewes celebrated unity and diversity at their 26-year tradition in Kenner, Louisiana. The royalty from Zulu and Argus showed what Mardi Gras truly stands for: bringing communities together.
After performing for royalty and collaborating with Paul McCartney, Oakland-born flautist Elena Durán chose to honor her grandmother's legacy by bringing classical music to Mexico, from concert halls to prison cells.
An archaeologist in Norway's oldest city unearthed a stunning gold ring with a brilliant blue gemstone, a treasure untouched for nearly 1,000 years. The delicate ninth-century piece reveals the wealth and artistry of medieval Scandinavian royalty.
Senegal claimed their second Africa Cup of Nations championship with a stunning 1-0 extra-time victory over host nation Morocco, overcoming controversy and pressure to triumph in Rabat. The Teranga Lions have now won two of the last three continental titles, cementing their place as African football royalty.