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The beaches where Allied forces changed the course of World War II just received one of the world's highest honors. UNESCO has officially added Normandy's D-Day landing sites to its World Heritage List, ensuring these symbols of courage and freedom will be protected for generations.
Kacper Majchrzak didn't expect to swim that fast in a 3-metre deep pool. But the Polish athlete shattered a world record at The World Games in Chengdu, bringing home gold and silver medals for his country.
Houstonians will line up over 1,000 soccer balls in Hermann Park this April, breaking a world record while celebrating the city's upcoming World Cup matches. The soccer balls will then go to local youth programs across the city.
More than 1,000 soccer balls lined up in Hermann Park just set a Guinness World Record and they're all going to Houston's underserved youth. The city is gearing up for the FIFA World Cup with programs that ensure local kids benefit long after the matches end.
Four astronauts circling the Moon have sparked a global wave of emotion, reminding us why space exploration still matters. From honoring a fallen loved one to healing childhood trauma, here's why Artemis II touched millions of hearts.
Canadian sprinters shattered a world record and qualified four relay teams for the 2027 World Championships in a stunning performance at the World Athletics Relays in Botswana. The breakthrough moment shows Canada's track dominance is only getting stronger.
Archaeologists in Poland have discovered the first graves of Polish prisoners of war from World War II at a site where 70,000 Poles were held captive. After eight decades of mystery, families may finally learn where their loved ones rest.
Duckens Nazon survived bombs and a 48-hour border ordeal fleeing Iran's conflict, and now he's leading Haiti to their first World Cup in 52 years. The nation's record scorer will face Scotland this summer in a moment five decades in the making.
A tiny Caribbean island with just 150,000 people just became the smallest country ever to qualify for the FIFA World Cup. Curaçao's historic achievement came just hours before their tournament debut in Houston.
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Four astronauts didn't just fly farther from Earth than anyone in history. They also set a surprise record for the greatest distance between humans ever recorded.
U.S. Paralympian Kate Shoemaker and her horse Vianne just shattered a world record while winning gold at the Para Dressage World Championships in Germany. The pair scored 78.889% in their event, with Shoemaker crying tears of joy before her final halt.
Paralympic athletes shattered five world records at the season's opening World Cup in Novi Sad, Serbia, with emerging stars challenging established champions. Nearly 300 athletes from 51 nations competed in an event that showcased the future of para shooting sports.
Yankees star Aaron Judge says the World Baseball Classic atmosphere surpassed even the World Series. Over 36,000 fans packed Miami's stadium as Team USA narrowly defeated the Dominican Republic 2-1 in a thrilling semifinal showdown.
Kohei Nohara survived the Battle of Okinawa at age 14, and at 95, he's sharing his harrowing journey with elementary students to inspire a more peaceful world. Using Google Maps and old photographs, a dedicated teacher brings history to life for the next generation.
From Greece's legendary Mount Olympus to the beaches that changed World War II, 25 extraordinary places just earned protection as sites of outstanding value to humanity. Three African nations made the prestigious list for the first time ever.
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time to claim their second World Cup title, becoming the first nation in 16 years to hold both the European Championship and World Cup simultaneously. Ferran Torres' late goal sealed the victory at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
On this day in 1940, Glenn Miller's iconic jazz recording reached the top of the charts and became so culturally significant it was preserved by the Library of Congress. The song's universal appeal even led German radio to broadcast it during World War II.
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A stunning gallery at London's Natural History Museum will welcome visitors in September for the first time since World War II. The restored space will showcase 50 fascinating objects that tell the story of humanity's relationship with nature.
Morocco's Grand Stade Hassan II, set to become the world's largest purpose-built football stadium at 115,000 seats, is 30% complete and racing toward a 2027 finish. What started as a dream during failed World Cup bids is now a billion-dollar reality challenging Madrid for hosting the 2030 final.
Shakhtar Donetsk is proving that even war can't stop dreams, reaching a European semi-final while enduring 18-hour bus rides and air-raid shelters between matches. Their journey offers hope to millions of displaced Ukrainians watching from around the world.
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