Tennis Star Sania Mirza Was a "Geek" Who Cried Over 95s
Tennis champion Sania Mirza reveals she once cried if she scored below 95% in school. A teacher's encouragement helped her embrace sports alongside her love of academics.
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Dia Mirza Calls Director for Work, Lands Career Comeback
After being labeled "bad luck" following box office flops, Bollywood actor Dia Mirza made a bold phone call that changed everything. She reached out to director Rajkumar Hirani asking for work, landing a role in "Sanju" that revived her career.
Yuvraj Singh Breaks Cycle With Joyful Parenting
Cricket legend Yuvraj Singh is raising his children with the warmth and playfulness he missed growing up, crediting his wife Hazel Keech for helping him build deeper bonds through hands-on fatherhood.
Qatar Shares 2022 World Cup Expertise with 2026 Hosts
As the 2026 World Cup approaches, Qatar is sending expert teams to North America to help the US, Canada, and Mexico prepare. The knowledge sharing covers everything from fan experiences to tournament operations.
Store Manager Saves Woman Freezing Outside Texas Shop
When a customer collapsed outside during a brutal Texas winter storm, a Fort Worth store manager didn't hesitate to carry her to safety. His quick action saved a life during one of the coldest nights of the year.
New Zealand Wins Davis Cup Comeback From 2-0 Down
New Zealand's tennis team pulled off an epic Davis Cup comeback, fighting back from 2-0 down to defeat Bosnia and Herzegovina 3-2 in Whangārei. Two young players starred in the deciding matches, booking their country a shot at the sport's elite tier.
Ireland's Tucker Smashes 94 in Record T20 World Cup Win
Ireland captain Lorcan Tucker blasted 94 runs off just 51 balls to lead his team to a stunning 96-run victory over Oman at the T20 World Cup. The performance helped Ireland post the tournament's highest total and kept their championship hopes alive.
Zimbabwe Partners With Gavi to Expand Vaccine Access
Zimbabwe is strengthening its healthcare system through an expanded partnership with Gavi, focusing on protecting women and girls from preventable cervical cancer. Remote communities are already seeing better-equipped health facilities and improved access to life-saving vaccines.
Women's Health Funding Surges After $175B Investment Revealed
A groundbreaking report shows that women's health attracted $175 billion in private funding between 2020 and 2025, revealing growing investor recognition of a massive market opportunity. Experts say closing the women's health gap could unlock over $100 billion in additional market value while adding millions of healthy years to women's lives.
Africa: Measles Vaccines Save 20 Million Lives Since 2000
Measles vaccinations have saved nearly 20 million lives across Africa over the past 24 years, protecting more than 500 million children through routine immunization programs. Despite remarkable progress, health officials say more work is needed to reach every child on the continent.
Rwanda Set to Become Africa's Pandemic Response Hub
Rwanda is positioning itself as a regional leader in pandemic preparedness, backed by its world-class health systems and impressive 90% vaccine coverage rates. The head of Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, says the East African nation has what it takes to lead the continent's emergency response efforts.
Retired Teacher, 85, Still Runs 10K Daily After Training 1,000
At 85, Andhuram Das still runs 10 kilometers most mornings and recently won two bronze medals in masters athletics. The retired teacher from Assam has spent nearly 60 years training over 1,000 students in sports, introducing entire generations to Kho Kho.
Malaysia Trains 200+ Railway Workers in China for 2027 Launch
Malaysia's largest infrastructure project is creating hundreds of skilled railway jobs by sending college graduates to China for hands-on training. The 650-kilometer East Coast Rail Link will connect underdeveloped regions to major ports when it opens early next year.
100M Vaccines Reach 18M Kids After Pandemic Disruptions
A global campaign delivered over 100 million vaccine doses to 18.3 million children who missed routine shots during COVID-19, with 12.3 million never vaccinated before. The Big Catch-Up initiative reached kids across 36 countries in Africa and Asia, closing dangerous immunity gaps.
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Gavi Secures $300M to Expand Vaccines in Africa
A global vaccine alliance just secured $300 million in new partnerships to bring life-saving vaccines to remote African communities. The funding will help 140,000 children in cocoa-farming regions access immunizations in the next three years.
States Save Millions With AI and Smart Government Redesign
Facing tight budgets, states across America are using AI and digital tools to slash wait times, cut costs, and restore trust in government. Maryland expects to save $800,000 yearly just by helping employees use a shipping contract they didn't know existed.
100 Million Vaccine Doses Reach 18 Million Kids Worldwide
A global vaccination campaign has delivered over 100 million life-saving vaccine doses to children who missed shots during the pandemic, marking the largest catch-up effort in history. The Big Catch-Up reached 18.3 million children across 36 countries, with 12.3 million receiving their very first vaccines.