Read the latest positive news, breakthroughs, and inspiring stories about young leaders, curated daily by BrightWire.
Rhet Bertram went from playing college football to leading a high school program in just months. His first season already includes a victory and lessons in bringing college-level technique to young athletes.
MIT Technology Review has revealed its 2026 list of 35 young innovators tackling the world's toughest challenges with groundbreaking solutions. From AI breakthroughs to climate fixes, these scientists and engineers are building a brighter future.
MIT Technology Review is unveiling 35 Innovators Under 35 from around the globe who are solving big problems in science and technology. Past honorees include AMD's Lisa Su and Spotify's Daniel Ek.
Samantha Frye traded her Ohio State tuition money for the keys to the restaurant where she started as a dishwasher at 16. Two years later, she's proving there's more than one path to success.
Akshay Parasuraman, a fifth grader from St. Rose Elementary, has advanced to the state finals of Louisiana's Students of the Year Program through dedication, community service, and a passion for helping animals. He dreams of becoming an animal scientist to protect creatures affected by human activity.
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South Africa's government is seeing its most significant generational shift since 1994, with leaders in their 30s and 40s bringing fresh energy to long-troubled departments. From fixing Home Affairs to achieving record education results, these young ministers are delivering real progress.
