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'Heard voices': 2 workers make it out alive 9 days after Nepal floods hit hydropower tunnel
Canada planted a pine forest over a rare savanna; removing it restored nature
Third Phase Restoration: Hidden parquet floors emerge at Hopewell Museum; reopening set for December 2026
The Hopewell Museum is embarking on a remarkable restoration project for its historic house. Careful attention is being given to preserve original elements such as the floors and windows while integrating modern systems to enhance protection of the museum's collections. This comprehensive renovation aims to ensure the building is well-prepared for future use, with a reopening slated for late 2026.
Texas ‘Killing Fields’: Man gets 20 years in teen’s death, first conviction tied to 4 women found at one site
Michigan farmer protects his family’s 131 acres from future housing development
Michigan farmer John Boyer bought back his family’s 131 acres after the land changed hands over decades. In 2026, he sold its development rights to the Little Traverse Conservancy through a conservation easement, ensuring the property cannot be divided for housing or commercial development. Boyer hopes the farmland remains protected for generations.
Two friends transformed a 225-acre overgrazed Texas ranch, bringing back quail and wildlife
Two friends, Jim Willis and John Webb, bought a 225-acre overgrazed ranch in Texas in 2000 that could support little beyond cattle. They gradually restored native prairie, planted 3,000 sand plum trees, added a five-acre wetland and changed grazing practices. The work transformed the property into habitat for bobwhite quail, grassland birds, deer, ducks and other wildlife, while also encouraging n...
Meet Nithya Ravuri, California school student whose nonprofit has grown to more than 500 members
A California high school senior founded Sevah Neuro, a global network for neurodivergent children. This organization provides resources and social connections, growing to over 500 members worldwide. Sevah Neuro offers a summer fellowship program with life skills and social activities for children. The student-led initiative also engages in legislative advocacy for greater awareness and resource...
In 2002, Idaho buried nearly 300 tons of crushed waste glass beneath Highway 75
Idaho's innovative approach has seen nearly 300 tonnes of waste glass repurposed as road foundation material, addressing both engineering challenges and local waste management issues. The crushed glass cullet, strategically laid beneath a highway section, has proven to be an effective solution, showcasing the potential of recycling in constructing sustainable infrastructure. This project represent...
Messi Retirement Announcement: IShowSpeed reels at Fabrizio Romano post; fans feel end of era
IShowSpeed was left visibly devastated after learning that Lionel Messi had officially retired from Argentina international football. During a livestream, Speed watched Fabrizio Romano’s announcement and struggled to believe it, repeatedly asking if the transfer journalist was lying. Messi, 39, made the decision after Argentina’s 2026 World Cup final loss to Spain and the death of his father, Jorg...
Built in 1906 to carry coal, five West Virginia railroad bridges to be restored for hikers
More than a century after five railroad bridges were built in 1906 to carry coal through West Virginia’s New River Gorge, an $11.8 million project is now restoring them for public use. The work will repair the historic Rend Trail, replace ageing wooden bridge structures, improve safety and accessibility, and reconnect the 3.2-mile trail with nearby community routes. The National Park Service expec...
Meet Jonathan Thai, the 17-year-old whose nonprofit raised $30,000, donated 400 bikes
After a local retailer slashed community biking programs, a Georgia teenager took action by founding Pedal Forward. This initiative has successfully raised over thirty thousand dollars, providing four hundred bicycles to children in need. Hundreds have benefited from free cycling skills clinics, and the organization's reach is expanding into Tennessee and New York. Now, Pedal Forward is setting it...
In 2009, Washington removed a century-old dike and let tides reclaim 762 acres
In 2009, the decision to remove sea dikes from the Nisqually River Delta paved the way for a remarkable transformation, rejuvenating 762 acres of marshland. Young Chinook salmon swiftly adapted to the new tidal channels, fostering their feeding and growth. This comprehensive restoration successfully re-established 21 miles of ancestral tidal channels with Puget Sound, showcasing a promising bluepr...
5 popular streamers Ethan Klein has sued in the past 3 years: iDubbbz, Denims and more
Ethan Klein's legal battles with streamers have taken several turns since 2025. Denims, Kaceytron, Frogan and SeanDaBlack became involved in a copyright dispute surrounding Klein's “Content Nuke: Hasan Piker” video, while iDubbbz faced a separate defamation lawsuit. One case settled, another ended in default, one remains active, and the final lawsuit was dropped after an apology from Jomha.
In 2016, conservationists put the bends back into a Lake District river straightened 200 years earlier
Conservationists undertook an inspiring project to restore the natural meanders of Swindale Beck, which had been straightened for centuries. Within just a few months, the restored gravel beds welcomed back the Atlantic salmon to spawn, while also decreasing flood risks and enhancing drinking water quality for millions. This remarkable recovery fostered a thriving habitat for aquatic insects and ri...