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Dozens of neurodivergent children who couldn't fit into mainstream schools just opened their first art exhibition in Sydney. The show celebrates kids finding community and confidence through creative workshops designed for alternative learning paths.
Momoyo Nakamoto Kelley survived the atomic bomb in 1945, and at age 100, she just met the Japanese baseball stars she's watched for years. Her grandson made it happen at Coors Field, where Shohei Ohtani knelt down to shake her hand.
A quick, personalized brain stimulation therapy is now available in Arkansas for people whose depression hasn't responded to medication or counseling. The FDA-approved SAINT system at UAMS takes just five days and helps restore normal brain function.
President Trump signed an executive order to speed up research and potential FDA approval of psychedelic therapies for veterans suffering from PTSD, depression, and addiction. While the move brings hope to those who've exhausted traditional treatments, experts emphasize these therapies still need rigorous testing in controlled settings.
A DJ who's shared stages with Ed Sheeran brought his signature singalong session to a London senior center, transforming an ordinary afternoon into an unforgettable dance party. The event is part of a massive effort to deliver 10 million minutes of friendship to older adults across the UK.
Over 6,500 volunteers worked around the clock in Charlotte to build 10,027 beds for children who don't have their own place to sleep. The massive effort will help kids across 36 states finally get the rest they need to thrive.
Avera Health brought together hundreds of families whose babies spent time in their neonatal intensive care unit for a joyful reunion. The annual event celebrates how far these tiny fighters have come since their earliest, most vulnerable days.
A paraglider who crashed into a tall tree in northern Italy got an unexpected audience during his rescue. As firefighters climbed to free him, a herd of cows watched the whole operation unfold.
Peter Lloyd, who lost his leg to bone cancer in 2018, is attempting to break the Guinness World Record for completing a marathon on one leg using crutches. He's one of 42,000 runners tackling the Manchester Marathon to prove that barriers can be overcome.
The World Snooker Championship opened with a touching tribute to beloved commentator John Virgo, who passed away in February at age 79. The Crucible Theatre united in remembrance before defending champion Zhao Xintong began his title defense with a hard-fought victory.
The scientist whose work proved DNA's structure believed science and everyday life should never be separated. More than 60 years after her death, her words offer a refreshing balance between rigorous discovery and human purpose.
Scientists who created gene therapies that cure inherited blindness and blood disorders just won six $3 million prizes. Their discoveries are transforming devastating diseases from hopeless diagnoses into treatable conditions.
Leeds United took a major step toward staying in the Premier League with a convincing 3-0 victory over Wolverhampton at home. The win brings fresh hope to fans who've watched their team fight all season to remain in England's top football division.
Hundreds of women across Seattle are picking up hammers and power tools to build affordable homes for families who need them most. From May 2 to 16, volunteers with zero construction experience are welcome to join the effort that's changing lives one wall at a time.
After 50 years of creating Saturday Night Live, the notoriously private Lorne Michaels finally opens up in a hilarious new documentary that reveals the mystery behind comedy's biggest institution. Oscar-winning filmmaker Morgan Neville spent two years capturing the man who launched countless careers but remains an enigma even to those who know him best.
A life jacket that saved a first-class passenger during the Titanic disaster just sold for over $900,000, more than double its estimate. The piece of history connects us to one of 700 survivors who made it through that tragic night in 1912.
A 50-something golfer from South Africa who never qualified for a regular major championship is one round away from winning his biggest tournament ever. Keith Horne leads the Senior PGA Championship by one stroke, proving it's never too late for a breakthrough.
After more than 80 years, six Solomon Islands soldiers who served in a secret WWII reconnaissance unit have finally been identified, reuniting families with their grandfathers' lost stories. Their discovery brings overdue recognition to men who defended Australia's northern coast but were sent home without veteran benefits.
A dozen cancer survivors and patients in Worcester meet weekly to sweat through an intense workout designed just for them. The free LIVESTRONG program at Greendale YMCA helps them regain strength, sleep better, and find understanding with people who truly get it.
For the first time, Colombia's Congress is debating a bill to ban female genital mutilation, championed by Indigenous women who are breaking centuries of silence. This historic moment could protect countless girls in Embera communities where the dangerous practice still occurs.
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