Nurse-Turned-Monster Truck Star Inspires Fans
Rebecca Schnell, 34, is breaking barriers in the male-dominated world of monster truck driving while saving lives as an ER nurse. The dual-career powerhouse became the first female driver for Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live in 2020 and now co-drives BIGFOOT, the world’s first monster truck, alongside her husband, Darron Schnell. Rebecca’s journey began with […]
Alabama’s Abbie Stockard Crowned Miss America 2025
Abbie Stockard, a 22-year-old nursing student and cheerleader at Auburn University, has been crowned Miss America 2025. Representing Alabama, Stockard triumphed over 51 other contestants in the annual event held in Orlando, Florida. Stockard, who also earns a $50,000 tuition scholarship, wowed judges with her contemporary dance talent and thoughtful discussion on workforce challenges post-pandemic. […]
Massachusetts’ First Wildlife Bridge Aims to Save Lives
Massachusetts is set to build its first wildlife bridge over the Mass. Pike in Becket, with $1.7 million in funding from MassDOT. The bridge will allow animals to safely cross over the highway, reducing the high number of collisions between vehicles and wildlife in the area. Last year alone, nearly 30 deer-related crashes were reported […]
Young Hero Saves Friend with Quick Thinking
Eight-year-old Thomas Conley from Mesa, Arizona, became a hero during lunch at Porter Elementary School when he saved his friend, Isaiah, from choking on a grape. Acting quickly, Thomas performed the Heimlich maneuver, successfully dislodging the grape and allowing Isaiah to breathe again. His quick thinking and bravery were recognized by the Mesa Fire and […]
Truck Driver Honored for Heroic Act During Highway Shootout
Timothy VanNostrand, a 64-year-old logging truck operator from Northville, New York, became a hero when he used his truck to shield motorists and block the escape of a fugitive involved in a shootout with a state trooper on Interstate 88. Despite bullets flying during the 12-minute ordeal, VanNostrand’s quick thinking helped protect others until backup […]
Retired Police Dog Honored for Heroic Rescue on Birthday Walk
Bear, a retired police dog celebrated for his lifesaving efforts during his service, added another heroic act to his legacy on his 12th birthday. While out walking with his owners, retired police officers Julia and Ian Pope, Bear located a missing vulnerable man in dense undergrowth near Eastbourne. The man, cold and disoriented, was safely […]
UK Sets Record for Cleanest Electricity in 2024 with Renewables Leading the Way
The UK’s electricity generation in 2024 hit a historic milestone, achieving its cleanest year yet. Wind and solar power reached all-time highs, driving a remarkable shift toward low-carbon energy sources. Renewables, including wind, solar, and biomass, supplied a record 45% of the country’s electricity, while low-carbon energy sources overall, including nuclear, accounted for 58%. Carbon […]
Stephen Fry Honored with Knighthood for Advocacy and Charity Work
Stephen Fry, the beloved comedian, actor, and presenter, has been knighted in the New Year Honors for his extensive advocacy work in mental health, environmental conservation, and charity. Fry, 67, expressed his delight at the unexpected recognition, reflecting on his personal journey and dedication to raising awareness about mental health issues, an area close to […]
Planting Hope: Arbor Day Foundation to Restore 10 Million Trees Across Six States
The Arbor Day Foundation (ADF) has announced its most ambitious initiative yet: planting 10 million trees over the next four years to restore areas devastated by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Targeting forestlands and communities in six states — North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Tennessee, Virginia, and Georgia — this effort aims to heal ecosystems, reduce […]
12-Year-Old’s Solar Blanket Design Could Transform Homeless Support
A young Glasgow student has combined creativity and compassion to tackle homelessness. Rebecca Young, a 12-year-old from Kelvinside Academy, designed a solar-powered heated blanket integrated into a backpack, inspired by witnessing people sleeping rough on Glasgow streets. Her innovation, developed into a prototype by engineering firm Thales, earned her the Commendation Medal in the UK’s […]