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The world will likely breach 1.5C warming soon, but a new UN report shows we still control how high temperatures climb and whether they come back down. Every fraction of a degree we prevent still matters.
Forests older than human civilization itself are still thriving on every continent, offering travelers a chance to walk through deep time. These living archives have survived ice ages, tectonic shifts, and the rise and fall of empires.
The NBA's next generation of stars lit up All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles, with Team Vince taking home the Rising Stars Championship. Philadelphia 76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe led his squad to victory in a thrilling showcase of young talent.
Georgia is protecting not just coastal marshes, but the land next to them so these natural storm barriers can move inland as sea levels rise. It's a first-of-its-kind plan that could save over 56,000 acres of future marsh habitat.
After 35,000 Victorian teachers walked off the job in their first statewide strike in 13 years, they've secured pay rises up to 32% over four years. The breakthrough deal will lift some of Australia's lowest-paid teachers near the top of the national pay scale.
We finally have a window of hope. Scientists can now reliably predict Antarctic ice loss through 2050, giving governments crucial time to prepare coastal communities for rising seas.
Earth's oceans rose just 0.03 inches in 2025, a fraction of the previous year's increase, thanks to a natural weather pattern that shifted water from sea to land. NASA scientists say the temporary slowdown shows how nature can sometimes pump the brakes on rising seas.
When heavy rains flooded Morgan County, Indiana, firefighters spotted a baby deer struggling in the rising water and jumped into action. The rescue shows how first responders watch out for all vulnerable lives during emergencies.
A quiet river island in Assam is becoming India's fastest-rising travel destination as visitors discover centuries-old monasteries, stilt villages, and traditional mask-makers. Searches for nearby Jorhat jumped 493% as travelers seek authentic cultural experiences away from tourist crowds.
People across America are recording video messages about why they still have faith in the country's future. Their stories of immigration, opportunity, and service reveal an enduring optimism despite division.
Africa's venture capital is spreading beyond traditional hubs as Tanzania, Morocco, and Côte d'Ivoire each attract over $25 million in startup funding. While Nigeria, Egypt, Kenya, and South Africa still dominate, investors are building opportunity across the continent. #
Before weather apps existed, Indian farmers read ants, frogs, and flowers to predict monsoons with surprising accuracy. Across Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Telangana, these centuries-old methods still work alongside modern forecasts.
After 30 years helping families with special needs children, Dalene Basden faces her own financial struggles but refuses to stop serving her community. Even while battling cancer and rising costs, she shows up every day for the families who need her most.
In 1879, a botanist buried 20 bottles of seeds to answer one question: how long can they survive? Nearly 150 years later, scientists are still digging them up every 20 years, and the findings could save our future food supply.
A single olive tree in Portugal has been producing fruit for nearly 4,000 years, surviving since the Bronze Age. Scientists have discovered hundreds of ancient olive trees across southern Portugal, some over 2,000 years old and still thriving today.
This weekend's rare "Blue Micromoon" will be the tiniest full moon of the year, and you can watch it rise live from Italy. The celestial show combines two rare events in one magical night sky moment.
You don't need to escape the city to experience the magic of stargazing. Despite light pollution, urban skywatchers can still catch breathtaking views of planets, bright constellations, and the International Space Station right from their neighborhoods.
A tech expert who's worked with AI for over a decade shares why the rise of artificial intelligence should give us hope, not fear. History shows us that while tools change, human value endures.
Ryan Rising spent two decades cycling in and out of prison before discovering his passion for learning behind bars. Now he's pursuing a PhD in criminology and has helped create educational pathways for thousands of formerly incarcerated students across California.
Nigeria's women's soccer team climbed to 36th place in the latest FIFA world rankings, maintaining their position as Africa's top squad. The rise comes after a strong victory over Cameroon, proving the team's growing strength on the global stage.
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