‘Frozen’ animator launches an interactive ASL learning app and vows to keep it free forever
An interactive American Sign Language learning app was created by Josh Staub and a team of Deaf animators and engineers. The app will remain free permanently for users.
Off-duty North Texas Firefighter Saves 3 Children Trapped Under Boat on 4th of July
An off-duty North Texas firefighter named Jason Horne rescued three children who were trapped under a pontoon boat on Alvarado Lake in Midlothian on July 4th. Horne was in his family boat when he discovered and saved the three drowning children from underneath the vessel.
New Species of Monkey Found in DR Congo Shows How Much There’s Left to Discover
A new colobus monkey species was identified in the Democratic Republic of Congo, marking only the fifth such discovery in 75 years. This represents an unusual finding since new primate species are rarely documented compared to invertebrates and deep sea creatures.
British Runner ‘Calls His Shot’ and Breaks World Record in the Mile–After it Stood for 27 Years
Josh Kerr ran a mile in 3:42.66, breaking a world record that stood for 27 years. The Scottish runner's time at the London Diamond League meet was half a second faster than Hicham El Guerrouj's previous record of 3:43.13.
Are Electric Cars Making Us Healthier?
Beijing's vehicle fleet grew from one million to five million cars between 2000 and 2010, creating significant air pollution from exhaust fumes. The article examines whether electric vehicles can improve public health by reducing the pollution caused by fossil fuel combustion.
‘A place of hope and solutions’: the building promising a better future
A new building in the Netherlands showcases solutions to global problems and encourages positive action. The facility functions as a space designed to inspire visitors toward implementing these solutions.
Pigeon Walks Up to Firefighters Who Offer Oxygen to ‘Clear its Lungs’
A pigeon approached Oakland firefighters after a vehicle fire on Wednesday evening and received oxygen treatment. The E29 crew administered the oxygen to help clear the bird's lungs from smoke inhalation.
Kansas City Cop Won’t Stop Until He Finds Stolen E-Bike for Cancer Patient One Month Later
Officer JP Young of the Kansas City Police Department continued searching for a stolen e-bike belonging to a cancer patient one month after it disappeared on Mother's Day. The officer committed to finding the bike that the survivor needed to attend her oncology appointments.
Pharaoh’s Daughters Were Skilled at Archery 4,000 Years ago, Reveals New Research
A reassessment of five Egyptian royal women from 4,000 years ago revealed they were skilled archers rather than merely symbolic weapon owners. Researchers identified strong muscle attachments and healed fractures in skeletal remains that indicated actual archery practice.
Others Dreamed of His Basketball Career But He Wanted to Help People–He’s Now a Texas Police Officer
A 7-foot-3-inch man declined basketball opportunities to become a Texas police officer instead. Jordan Wilmore chose law enforcement work over pursuing an athletic career as one of college basketball's tallest players.
Daughter Saves Dad’s Struggling Shoe Shop With TikTok Appeal—And Customer Lines Out the Door
A daughter posted about Y2K kitten heels from her father's vintage Italian shoe shop on TikTok, attracting customers to the previously struggling store. Rich Collection Italia, owned for over 30 years, now has lines outside its door after the social media appeal reached younger shoppers online.
After 33 years, two old-school pen pals an ocean apart finally got to meet in person
Two pen pals who began writing letters in elementary school met in person for the first time after 33 years of correspondence across an ocean. Their long-distance letter-writing relationship had continued unbroken throughout those decades.
Drug May Repair DNA at Earliest Stages of Alzheimer’s – And it’s Already Passed Safety Trials
A drug previously deemed safe in human trials reduces multiple Alzheimer's disease features by targeting a key protein in lab models. Researchers at King's College developed this approach to address several disease characteristics at their earliest stages.
Michelle Obama worried her $50 brooch was too modest for the Queen. Elizabeth wore it the next night.
Michelle Obama gave Queen Elizabeth a fifty-dollar brooch and worried it was insufficiently fancy for the occasion. The Queen wore the brooch the following evening.
Coffee Associated with Lower Risks of Liver Cancer and Deadly Cirrhosis
A study of hundreds of thousands of people found coffee consumption associated with lower risks of liver cancer and cirrhosis. The research was compiled by Cedars Sinai Medical Center examining outcomes across a large population.
Bloomberg Donates $260 Million to Ensure New High Seas Treaty Translates to Lasting Ocean Protections
Bloomberg Philanthropies donated $260 million to address funding gaps in implementing countries' ocean protection plans under the UN's new High Seas Treaty. The funding aims to convert the treaty's conservation commitments from policy documents into actual ocean management practices.
Raising Rice and Fish Together Cuts Disease From Snails While Boosting Crop Yields by 25%
Raising freshwater fish in rice paddies increases crop yields by 25 percent while reducing schistosomiasis transmission through snail population control. This integrated farming approach addresses a disease affecting over 220 million people globally, primarily in sub-Saharan Africa.
15-yo Creates App for Reporting Potholes to the Government, and Uses AI to Help with Follow-up
A 15-year-old in New Delhi created an AI-powered app that lets citizens report potholes and grade their severity to authorities. The app's AI automatically drafts emails and letters to relevant government officials to follow up on reported issues.
Firm Breaks Ground on First Next-Gen Nuclear Reactor in America to Power Data Centers for Less
A next-generation nuclear reactor plant broke ground in Oak Ridge, Tennessee and will begin operation in 2030 to power Google's data centers in the Tennessee and Alabama region. The advanced reactor uses well-researched technology to address growing energy costs from large data center operations.
The City That Chose Beauty Over Billboards
Grenoble removed advertising infrastructure and concrete blocks from Cours Lafontaine in its historic center. The street now presents a different appearance after the removal of an advertising column and large concrete structure.
Simple Shot Shows Promise to Reverse Osteo-Arthritis Within Months, Following Animal Treatments
A single regenerative injection prompts damaged joints to repair themselves within weeks in animal studies. Researchers in Colorado developed treatments including a biomaterial repair kit that recruits the body's own cells to patch holes in damaged cartilage.
Roman ‘Genius’ Spirit Statue Buried 1,600 Years Ago Found by Hadrian’s Wall
A 1.5-foot-high sandstone statue representing a protective Roman spirit was intentionally buried 1,600 years ago near Hadrian's Wall. The artifact was discovered at Vindolanda Fort in Northumberland, England, and functioned as a shrine to invoke security and wealth.
My Dad Just Walked the Equivalent of Earth’s Circumference – It Took Him 14 Years and 49 Pairs of New Balance
An Indiana man completed a 24,901-mile walk equivalent to Earth's circumference after 14 years of consistent daily walking. Russell Mumper finished his goal on June 25, using 49 pairs of New Balance shoes throughout the journey.
Japanese Team Finds Frog Bacteria That Wipes Out Cancer Tumors With a Single Dose
A bacterium from Japanese tree frog intestines eliminated cancer tumors in mice with a single dose. Scientists at Japan's Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, led by Professor Eijiro Miyako, isolated the naturally-occurring bacteria called Ewingella americana.
Vet demonstrates ‘squish the cat’ method of safe cat handling in delightfully helpful video
A veterinarian's video on safely picking up cats by supporting their hindquarters and body has been viewed 23 million times. The method, demonstrated by Dr. Burstyn, involves proper hand placement to prevent injury during handling.
Guy finds long-forgotten album in a thrift shop, reunites the band, and is sharing their music with the world
A man discovered a vinyl record released 58 years ago at a thrift shop and used it to locate and reunite the original band members. He is now sharing their previously obscure music with a wider audience.
Development specialist who’s worked with 5,000 kids shares one rule every parent should know.
A development specialist who has worked with 5,000 children recommends encouraging kids to make statements instead of asking questions when they already possess sufficient knowledge. This approach helps children build confidence by expressing what they know rather than defaulting to question-based communication.
A bride’s divorced parents entered the reception together to ‘We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together’
A bride's divorced parents walked into her wedding reception together while "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" played. The song choice was interpreted as evidence of a strong coparenting relationship between the former spouses.
‘Game-Changing’ Saliva Test Can Diagnose Endometriosis in Days Rather Than Years
Two saliva tests, EndoSure and Endotest, can diagnose endometriosis in days instead of the average nine-year wait. The NHS approved one of these tests for use in the UK national health system this month.