Rare Otter Species Rediscovered in Nepal After Nearly Two Centuries
A species long thought to have vanished from Nepal has made a remarkable comeback—185 years after it was last seen. The Asian small-clawed otter, believed extinct in the region since 1839, was recently discovered in Dadeldhura’s remote river confluence, stunning conservationists and renewing hope for its survival. The young otter was spotted and safely released […]
Illinois Returns Stolen Land to Potawatomi Nation After 175 Years
In a powerful act of justice and reconciliation, Illinois has officially returned 1,500 acres of land to the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation, righting a wrong that dates back nearly two centuries. The land, now known as Shabbona Lake State Recreation Area, was originally promised to tribal leader Chief Shab-eh-nay in an 1829 treaty—but was later […]
New Brain-Computer Interface Translates Thoughts into Speech in Real Time
In a remarkable leap forward for communication technology, scientists have developed a brain-to-voice device that allows people with severe paralysis to speak using only their thoughts. The neuroprosthesis, created by researchers at UC Berkeley and UCSF, decodes brain activity into audible speech nearly instantly thereby eliminating the long delays of earlier systems. Using artificial intelligence, […]
This Family’s Got Brains—A Second Child Genius Joins the Club
A New Jersey family just welcomed its second child into Mensa, the exclusive high-IQ society—and he’s only five years old. Maddox Lopez, a math-loving kindergartener who already knows his times tables and explores coding for fun, recently earned membership with a Mensa-level IQ. He now joins his older sister Declan, who was accepted last year, […]
Utah Expands Free School Meals to Thousands of Children
In a win for students and families, Utah will soon eliminate reduced-price school meals, making them completely free for qualifying elementary students. Starting July 1, over 40,000 children in kindergarten through sixth grade will receive meals at no cost, thanks to a new bill signed by Governor Spencer Cox. The policy aims to ease financial […]
Former Landlord Lawyer Now Defends Renters in Need
Once known for representing powerful landlords in court, attorney Andrew Rabinowitz has found a new calling—fighting on behalf of tenants facing eviction. After years working for high-profile property owners, including the Kushner family, Rabinowitz made a dramatic career shift and now leads a tenant advocacy program at Rising for Justice in Washington, D.C. The change […]
Child Uncovers This 3,800-Year-Old Artifact
What began as a simple family walk turned into a moment of ancient discovery when 3-year-old Ziv Nitzan picked up a small stone near Tel Azekah in southern Israel. Known for collecting pebbles and treasures on outings, Ziv surprised her parents when she revealed the stone’s unusual markings. After a closer look—and a quick Google […]
New Research Project Aims to Decode the Mystery of Cat Behavior
Ever wonder why your cat sprints after using the litter box or insists on sitting on your most important papers? Scientists at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, along with UMass Chan Medical School, are trying to find out. Their new initiative, Darwin’s Cats, is building a massive database of feline behavior and genetics […]
New Orca Calf Spotted, Continuing Legacy of a Whale Once Nearly Lost
A newly born orca calf has been spotted in the Salish Sea—and its birth carries a powerful legacy. The calf is the first known offspring of T046B3, or “Sedna,” a Bigg’s killer whale descended from one of the last orcas captured by SeaWorld in U.S. waters. Sedna’s grandmother, known as “Wake,” was saved from captivity […]
Philly Trolley Operator Spreads Positivity, One Ride at a Time
In Southwest Philadelphia, one SEPTA trolley is delivering more than just passengers—it’s spreading smiles along the way. Tracy Holmes-Williams, a veteran trolley operator of 26 years, has turned her Route 36 trolley into a rolling hub of encouragement and joy. Lined with handwritten notes and uplifting quotes, the trolley greets riders with messages like “Have […]