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The University of Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks women's basketball team just made history twice in one night. Their victory over Wake Forest marked both their first postseason win ever and their first triumph against a power conference opponent.
Farmers in northern India found a creative solution to protect their harvests from hundreds of crop-raiding monkeys. Their secret weapon? Bear costumes that scare the monkeys away without harming them.
A groundbreaking study of 26,362 adults over 40 found that people who reported using cannabis in their lifetime had larger brain volumes and scored higher on memory tests than non-users. The research challenges old assumptions about cannabis harming the brain, though scientists stress the findings don't prove cause and effect.
Two Belgian runners just shattered Guinness World Records for the fastest half marathon run in fruit costumes, all while raising awareness for fair trade. Over 40 banana-clad runners joined them to make a difference for farmers worldwide.
Nakuul Mehta and Jankee Mehta are asking Indian parents to stop raising resumes and start raising humans. Their Indian Parent Pod challenges the success-obsessed approach that measures children by marks and salaries instead of character and emotional security.
Thailand just deployed 100 smart sensors that can smell the difference between farm smoke and factory fumes, giving authorities the precision they need to fight air pollution at its source. The homegrown technology means cleaner air without guesswork.
Colombia's government and the Gulf Clan have overcome a diplomatic hurdle to restart peace negotiations, bringing hope back to a decades-long effort to end internal conflict. The talks, which paused earlier this month over concerns about U.S. pressure, are now moving forward with international support.
Brazil's iconic Carnival has transformed Rio de Janeiro into one massive street celebration, with 6 million people expected to join the festivities. The world's biggest party features dazzling costumes, samba music until dawn, and hundreds of street parties stretching into March.
Mining consumes massive amounts of dirty energy, but a University of Nevada engineer is creating a blueprint to power these operations with renewable sources instead. His hybrid system could slash emissions without sacrificing the reliability mines need to operate.
Rio de Janeiro officially launched its five-day Carnival celebration as the mayor handed the symbolic city key to King Momo, marking the start of Brazil's most joyful street party. Six million people are expected to join the festivities featuring samba parades, colorful costumes, and a celebration of Brazilian culture and inclusivity.
More than half of Indonesian households still burn their trash, releasing toxic fumes that harm health and warm the planet. New pilot projects are tackling the problem with community engagement and better waste systems instead of punishment.
Seven doctors will run arm-in-arm in cow costumes at the Brighton Half Marathon, attempting to break the Guinness World Record for fastest male dressed as a mammal. The group has been running in their spotted suits since 2018, and this year their record attempt finally got official approval.
The Sharma family's stunning costumes in Bridgerton quietly celebrate India's lost status as the world's textile powerhouse. These vibrant silks and intricate embroideries tell a story centuries in the making.
Boston Public Schools is installing 105 fast charging stations as part of its ambitious plan to electrify all 750 school buses. The move will eliminate toxic diesel fumes for thousands of students who ride to school every day.
After years of near-complete isolation, Gaza's Rafah border crossing with Egypt is showing signs of activity as limited travel resumes. The reopening marks a critical step forward in the Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement.
Scientists created an electrode that captures carbon dioxide from real exhaust gases and instantly converts it into formic acid, a valuable industrial chemical. The breakthrough works even with atmospheric CO2 levels, making carbon capture far more practical.
A Brooklyn startup is helping food cart owners ditch noisy, smelly gas generators by swapping in clean e-bike batteries instead. The solution costs about the same but eliminates fumes and noise pollution that drove customers away.
Morocco's government is ensuring families can afford essential food during the holy month of Ramadan through coordinated market oversight and anti-speculation measures. Heavy rainfall promises better harvests, and fishing resumes just in time.
Colorado State University just became one of the first universities to launch its own secure AI system that keeps student and research data completely private. RamGPT protects sensitive information while helping students write resumes, find campus resources, and prepare for careers.
After a federal pause sparked legal battles, Virginia's massive offshore wind farm is back on track to power 660,000 homes. Senator Tim Kaine toured the Portsmouth terminal where the first turbine was just assembled, calling it a "Virginia pride moment."
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