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A Nepalese mountain guide spent nearly a week stranded on Mount Everest without food, water, or oxygen and walked himself down to safety. Dawa Sherpa's survival through the world's harshest conditions is being called a miracle by climbing experts.
A guide dog charity is revolutionizing puppy training to help handlers stay safe around quiet electric vehicles. The innovative approach prepares future guide dogs for a changing world where traditional traffic sounds no longer signal danger.
Mexico's culinary scene just got a major vote of confidence as the prestigious Michelin Guide chose Guadalajara to host its 2026 ceremony. Three new states join the guide this year, spotlighting Mexico's growing influence on the global food stage.
A 52-year-old Nepali mountaineer just became the first woman to summit Mount Everest eleven times, extending her own world record. Lhakpa Sherpa reached the peak Sunday morning while guiding a client, capping a remarkable 26-year climbing career.
A Nepali Sherpa has been found alive on Mount Everest after six days missing without food or oxygen in one of the mountain's most remarkable survival stories. His family had already begun funeral rituals when rescuers discovered him.
A Nepali mountain guide survived nearly a week on Mount Everest with no oxygen, a few chocolates, and sheer determination after becoming separated from his group. Dawa Sherpa crawled down the world's tallest mountain through avalanches and an ice crevasse after his family had already started funeral rituals.
Mexico's world-renowned food scene just got bigger. The prestigious Michelin Guide is adding Jalisco, Puebla, and Yucatán to its 2026 edition, shining a global spotlight on three culinary powerhouses.
An accommodation owner in Queensland became the first person prosecuted under the state's 16-year-old guide dog protection laws, marking a significant legal milestone. The landmark case sends a clear message to businesses that refusing service animals carries real consequences.
Millions with long COVID now have a free resource that lists 24 prescription medications and other treatment options they can discuss with doctors right now. Created by patients and clinicians, the guide aims to end the "nothing can be done yet" message many people hear.
York County volunteers are spending over a year raising puppies that will become life-changing guide dogs for blind people. Since 1929, this program has created over 18,000 partnerships between people and their seeing eye companions.
Robotic guide dogs powered by AI can now have full conversations with blind users while navigating them safely through buildings. Seven legally blind participants tested the talking robots and gave them enthusiastic reviews.
Pop star Dua Lipa has transformed her jet-setting reputation into something useful for fans. She partnered with Google Maps to share 12 curated travel guides featuring her favorite spots around the world.
Scott Dixon-Smith, who spent years hiding his sexuality in corporate America, will march proudly in Sydney's Mardi Gras tonight with his guide dog Pretzel by his side. After 30 years of living with complete blindness, he's celebrating both his identity and newfound independence.
A single plate of biryani in Tamil Nadu changed Takamasa Osawa's life forever. His 16-year journey to master the dish just earned his tiny Tokyo restaurant a coveted spot in the 2026 Michelin Guide.
Two legendary Nepali climbers just rewrote the record books on Mount Everest. Kami Rita Sherpa reached the summit for his 32nd time while Lhakpa Sherpa completed her 11th ascent, both breaking their own world records on the same day.
A legendary Nepali mountaineer just made history by reaching the top of Mount Everest for the 32nd time, shattering his own world record. Kami Rita Sherpa's incredible achievement spans three decades of climbing the world's highest peak.
NASA just made it easier for libraries and community centers to teach kids about stars, planets, and space exploration. The free guides now include ready-to-use presentations and activities based on what educators actually asked for.
A viral video shows a self-taught Varanasi tour guide speaking fluent Japanese to tourists, then refusing payment because "people are important." His warmth is changing how the world sees India's informal tourism workers.
Millions already ask AI chatbots for health advice, but there's been no roadmap for doing it safely. Now researchers are creating the world's first user guide to help people navigate these tools without getting misled.
Researchers at Binghamton University created robot guide dogs that communicate verbally with blind users, offering route planning and real-time navigation feedback. Seven legally blind participants tested the system and expressed excitement about its potential to transform daily independence.
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