The Military Horses Who Are About to Discover What Freedom Feels Like
After decades of serving with honor in ceremonial units across the country, 141 U.S. Army horses are about to begin a new chapter as beloved family companions and therapy animals. The Army announced it will close most of its ceremonial cavalry programs at bases in Texas, Colorado, Oklahoma, California, Kansas, and Arizona, with all horses […]
The Deadly Fungus That Just Became a Life-Saving Cancer Treatment
For decades, Aspergillus flavus has been known as the deadly “tomb fungus” linked to mysterious deaths among archaeologists who explored ancient burial sites, including King Tutankhamun’s tomb. This toxic yellow-spored fungus was so dangerous that it killed 10 out of 12 scientists who entered a Polish tomb in the 1970s, leading to fears about disturbing […]
The $375 Million Project That’s Saving Lives
In Cornwall, England, something remarkable is taking shape over one of the busiest roads in the region. Construction crews are putting the finishing touches on a 150-foot-long “badger bridge” that will allow wildlife to safely cross the four-lane A30 highway without risking their lives. This isn’t just any bridge, it’s a carefully designed wildlife crossing […]
The Foster Grandparent Whose Love Changed Hundreds of Lives
For nearly two decades, 71-year-old Connie Green has arrived at Mt. Hood Community College’s Head Start program with a smile that lights up the room and arms ready for dozens of hugs. Known simply as “Grandma Connie” to the preschoolers she mentors, Connie has become the embodiment of unconditional love for children who need it […]
What Ten Young Inventors Did Will Give You Hope for the Future
Ten remarkable young inventors from around the world gathered in Reykjavik, Iceland, to receive recognition that most scientists only dream of. The European Patent Office’s 2025 Young Inventors Prize celebrated these brilliant minds, all aged 30 and under, who are using their creativity to tackle some of the planet’s biggest challenges. From Uganda, Sandra Namboozo […]
What Wild Orcas Are Offering Humans Will Give You Chills
Marine biologists are documenting something extraordinary that’s never been seen before: wild killer whales are actively trying to share their food with humans, dropping fresh kills in front of people and waiting for a response. Over the past two decades, researchers have recorded 34 instances across four oceans where orcas approached humans on their own, […]
What Scientists Just Proved Will Transform How We Handle Stress
A groundbreaking study has just proven that something as simple as watching a 5-minute video of a therapy dog can significantly reduce stress levels, making mental health support accessible to anyone with an internet connection. Researchers from the University of British Columbia tested over 1,000 participants and found that stress scores dropped dramatically for both […]
The Unexpected Partnership That’s Solving Pet Problems
Disney has teamed up with pet experts at Woodgreen charity to create something that’s helping families everywhere better understand their mischievous dogs, and the collaboration is more brilliant than anyone expected. Using the beloved characters of Lilo & Stitch, the partnership shows how Stitch’s troublesome behaviors like stealing food, knocking over furniture, and lashing out […]
The Wildlife Comeback That’s Breaking Records This Year
Over 600 citizen scientists armed with binoculars, folding chairs, and flasks of hot tea have just documented something extraordinary along Australia’s eastern coastline. They witnessed the highest number of whale sightings ever recorded in the country’s history. More than 5,000 confirmed humpback whale sightings were made during the latest migration count, as these magnificent creatures […]
The Singer Who Turned His Struggle Into a Solution for Everyone
Lewis Capaldi has just announced a breakthrough initiative that’s making mental health care accessible to everyone by donating 734,000 hours of free therapy to those in need, representing 1,000 hours for every day since he was last on stage. The “Someone You Loved” singer’s generous gift comes after his own transformative journey through therapy following […]