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Legendary filmmaker Werner Herzog documents a scientific expedition into Angola's remote highlands to find elephants no human has ever seen. The new National Geographic documentary explores myth, conservation, and Africa's last wild frontiers.
After a decade-long search, a National Geographic explorer may have finally found proof of a mysterious elephant herd long thought to be legend in Angola's remote highlands. Werner Herzog's new documentary captures the epic journey.
Yael Arad, who broke barriers as Israel's first Olympic medalist in 1992, received the prestigious Chaim Herzog Prize for her decades of service to her country. The award came full circle: the same president who sent her to Barcelona three decades ago had his son present her the honor.
David Danieli, 94, met Israeli President Isaac Herzog this week—the grandson of the rabbi who rescued him as an orphan in 1946. Their emotional reunion celebrates a rescue mission that saved over 500 Jewish children after World War II.
A Cold War-era communications tower perched 9,840 feet up the Swiss Alps just got a stunning makeover into a mountaintop restaurant and viewing platform. What was once a utilitarian antenna now features dramatic glass extensions that cantilever out over the alpine landscape.
While conflicts simmer worldwide, 30 countries have cooperated peacefully on Antarctica for over six decades. A new book reveals how this frozen continent became humanity's most successful experiment in international cooperation.
A veteran medical investor with over $1 billion in successful healthcare exits is joining the world's largest trauma surgery network to help bridge the gap between breakthrough innovations and the patients who need them. The AO Foundation serves half a million healthcare professionals across 160 countries.
As climate change pushes temperatures higher at the 2026 World Cup, teams are racing to keep players safe in extreme heat. Scientists now know exactly which cooling methods actually work.
When floodwaters threatened two Wisconsin communities, neighbors showed up by the dozens to fill sandbags and protect homes. New London and Nichols turned emergency alerts into opportunities for communities to unite.
NSW Police have apologized after officers mistakenly interrupted Muslim men praying at a Sydney protest, despite a senior officer having already granted them permission to worship. The incident highlights the importance of clear communication during tense situations.
Six outstanding students from across Washington County, Maryland, are competing for Student of the Week honors after being nominated by their principals for excellence in and out of the classroom. The winner will be announced Friday after community voting closes Thursday.
Ethiopia is taking a page from Israel's "Start-Up Nation" playbook to build its own thriving artificial intelligence and technology sector. The partnership brings hope for African innovation and could create thousands of tech jobs across the continent.
For the first time since 2014, no Israeli citizens remain held hostage in Gaza. Staff Sgt. Ran Gvili's remains were recovered and returned to his family, marking the end of a painful 842-day wait.
Over 2,000 Israelis have donated kidneys to strangers in what's now officially recognized as the world's largest kidney donation network. After initially refusing the record submission, Guinness World Records reversed its decision and will honor this remarkable act of generosity.
Christian leaders from around the world gathered in Jerusalem this week for an emergency summit tackling the global rise in antisemitism. The three-day conference brought together religious leaders, Israeli officials, and U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee to address hate and reconnect Christians with their faith's Jewish roots.
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When drought and wildfire devastated Eastern Cape farms, one man's Facebook post sparked a nationwide rescue mission. Within two weeks, more than 150 farmers received over R1 million worth of donated feed from strangers across South Africa.
A major European bank just committed $8 million to help early-stage tech companies across five African countries access the funding they desperately need. The investment targets startups solving real problems in healthcare, farming, and financial services where digital innovation is booming but capital remains scarce.
When wildfires devastated farms in South Africa's Eastern Cape, one farmer's social media post sparked a nationwide response that delivered over R1 million worth of animal feed in just two weeks. More than 150 farming families are now rebuilding thanks to volunteers across the country.
A historic path walked by Jesus and first-century pilgrims has opened to visitors for the first time in two millennia. The perfectly preserved Pilgrims' Road in Jerusalem gives tourists a chance to step back into biblical times.
The University of Cape Town is honoring over 6,000 graduates this week, including doctoral candidates whose research tackles global challenges. For many students, this milestone represents years of balancing studies with work, family, and financial pressures.
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