Century-Old Animals Become First-Time Parents
In a historic first for the Philadelphia Zoo, two critically endangered Galápagos tortoises have become parents—at nearly 100 years old. The hatchlings mark a milestone for both the zoo and the Western Santa Cruz species, with only about 3,400 remaining in the wild. Their mother, affectionately named Mommy, has lived at the zoo for over […]
10-Year-Old to Graduate College with Two Degrees
Crafton Hills College is about to celebrate its youngest-ever graduate: 10-year-old Alisa Perales. The San Bernardino student is earning two associate degrees in science and mathematics—nearly unheard of for someone her age. Alisa began homeschooling at just one year old and was already studying algebra by five. At age eight, she enrolled in college, surprising […]
Sweden Can’t Stop Watching This Moose Livestream
Sweden’s newest TV obsession isn’t a thriller or a talent show—it’s a serene, slow-moving celebration of nature. “The Great Moose Migration,” a 24/7 livestream following moose on their annual spring journey, has become a national sensation. Over the course of 20 days, viewers can tune in to watch the majestic animals trek through forests and […]
Scientists Develop Promising Blood Test for Early Parkinson’s Detection
Israeli scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery that could transform the way Parkinson’s disease is diagnosed and treated. A newly developed blood test can detect early signs of the condition before any symptoms appear, offering patients and doctors a valuable head start. By analyzing specific patterns in tiny RNA fragments known as tRFs, researchers were […]
Construction Sites Could Get Much Quieter
Construction noise may soon be a thing of the past, thanks to a new generation of electric excavators and loaders quietly transforming worksites across the globe. Battery-powered machines like the Takeuchi TB20e are nearly silent, vibration-free, and produce no tailpipe emissions—making them a win for both workers and neighbors. Cities like Oslo are leading the […]
This Habit Shifts as UK Prepares for Nationwide Ban
The number of young people using disposable vapes in the UK has fallen significantly ahead of a planned nationwide ban, according to a new study by University College London. Among users aged 16 to 24, the percentage relying on single-use vapes dropped from 63% to 35% in the last year. Set to take effect on […]
Michigan Community Moves 9,100 Books by Hand
In the town of Chelsea, Michigan, a local bookstore pulled off a storybook move with the help of hundreds of volunteers. When Serendipity Books needed to relocate over 9,000 books to a new, larger space, owner Michelle Tuplin had a novel idea: ask the community to form a human book brigade. From age 6 to […]
Elephants Show Remarkable Act of Protection
When a recent earthquake rattled Southern California, a group of elephants responded with a stunning display of care and instinct. At San Diego Zoo Safari Park, security cameras captured three adult elephants quickly forming a circle around two young calves as the ground began to shake. This behavior, known as an “alert circle,” is how […]
New Breast Cancer Pill Offers Patients Precious Extra Time
A newly approved breast cancer drug is offering hope and more time to patients with advanced, incurable disease. The pill, called capivasertib, is now being funded by the NHS in England and has already helped some women live years longer than expected. One patient, Linda Kelly, credits the treatment with giving her nearly four extra […]
Dedication to Girlguiding Spans Six Decades
Marion Davies from Wiltshire has celebrated an incredible milestone—60 years as a Girlguiding leader. She began volunteering at age 18 and has stayed active ever since, leading countless young girls through camping trips, skill-building, and life lessons. Her dedication was recently honored with a service award presented by Time Team archaeologist and Wiltshire deputy lieutenant […]