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Missouri grandma served free breakfasts; health officials demanded a permit

A 16-year-old Irish student turned lost hurling balls in the dark into a €40,000 glow-ball business

Cathal Sweeney has revolutionized winter hurling training with the creation of his glow-in-the-dark Glo Ball. Utilizing unique phosphorescent materials, this innovative product enhances visibility during low light conditions. Launched under the student enterprise GLO Hurling, the Glo Ball soared in sales and earned top honors in the Senior Category at the 2026 Student Enterprise Programme Finals, ...

Scientists turn wood waste into foam that replaces plastic and decomposes in soil within months

Canada is piloting a new process to convert wood waste into biodegradable foam. This innovative material is designed to replace plastic foam packaging and construction insulation. The pilot plant in Vancouver currently produces a limited amount of this eco-friendly wood foam. Future plans include expanding production significantly within Indigenous territories and on Vancouver Island. This initiat...

Belgian farmer hasn't irrigated crops in 26 years; soil remains moist just 5-10 cm below surface

Belgium’s Diederik Steyaert has successfully farmed without irrigation for over two decades. His dedication to organic practices ensures that the soil remains healthy and retains moisture efficiently. By eliminating ploughing and incorporating organic matter, Steyaert cultivates robust plants that adapt to stress and drought. This innovative approach showcases vital strategies for addressing agric...

In 2017, wildfire neared Roslyn; 9 years later, the town burned 500+ acres to prevent future fires

Washington communities are increasingly implementing prescribed burns as a strategy to mitigate wildfire risks. By imitating natural fire cycles, this method effectively decreases fuel accumulation. Roslyn, a town previously devastated by a wildfire, has embraced this practice extensively, fostering collaboration among various agencies and private landowners. This innovative strategy provides a fr...

After 45 months of observation, capuchins increasingly hunted small animals when fruit became scarce

In Brazil, capuchin monkeys exhibit remarkable adaptability by hunting small animals when fruit supplies dwindle. This shift highlights their versatile omnivorous diet and responsiveness to environmental changes. Interestingly, adult males were observed hunting vertebrates more often than younger females. Furthermore, when alternative food sources were available, the monkeys relied less on hunting...

In 2022, MIT researchers built a 4-inch cooler that kept food fresh without electricity

Creek water DNA helps scientists find Australian frogs thought to have disappeared

1850: 45 sheep came to San Miguel Island; 6,000 followed by 1862

Carpenter turned his Niagara Falls home into a colourful religious art landmark

Two vacant Connecticut office buildings will become 286 apartments in a $120 million conversion, reusing 511,000 sq ft instead of tearing them down

Transforming the urban landscape, two idle office buildings in Connecticut are set to be revitalized into vibrant apartments. With a projected budget of $120 million backed by Bank OZK, this redevelopment will introduce 286 loft-style residential units, complete with modern facilities. The project emphasizes the importance of reusing existing properties, offering excellent rail connectivity to sur...

'Name dates back 400 years': Carney rejects Trump's 'Lake Ontario' name change

Nasa sent 20 balloons over Antarctica in 2013 to track particles from space

An Oklahoma woman opened a $1,373 electric bill, including a $598 deposit after late payments

As intense summer heat sweeps through the region, many households are grappling with skyrocketing electricity bills. Raelynn McMurchy's monthly statement doubled, igniting discussions on much-needed policy reforms. Oklahoma's power provider continues to disconnect customers in alarming numbers, leaving local charities to struggle for emergency support. Residents are calling for robust measures to ...

Death penalty sought for man who killed Indian-origin grocery store owner Suresh Patel in Tennessee; shot Bangladeshi immigrant Shahed Rana Mohsin at a gas station

In 2020, Albany brought 1,500 feet of Patroon Creek back above ground after decades in a pipe

Engineers in Albany revitalized Patroon Creek by daylighting it, restoring its natural flow and creating vital green spaces. This innovative project significantly bolstered flood protection for surrounding neighborhoods. Post-restoration water monitoring assured that the creek effectively managed heavy rains, tackling water quality concerns while promoting a healthier aquatic ecosystem. The initia...

An Ohio couple spent 30 years in the country for pieces of an amusement park that closed in 1984

Completion of the exterior work at Youngstown's Idora Park museum marks a significant milestone, with the Mahoning Valley Historical Society now moving forward into the interior design stage. The museum is dedicated to exhibiting a diverse collection of park artifacts collected through the years. Fundraising initiatives are actively underway to support the project's financial objectives, reinforci...

In 2021, Pennsylvania removed a 128-year-old dam; Sterry Creek’s original channel was still intact

The Nature Conservancy has successfully revitalized the O'Conner Reservoir dam from the late 1800s, allowing Sterry Creek to revert to its natural course. By lowering the reservoir's water levels and excavating the embankment, they eliminated the need for a costly artificial channel, thus improving local water health. This project also established a natural floodplain and reconnected important str...

Indian-origin grandmother with Green Card allowed to leave ICE detention but her immigration case continues. DHS calls her flight risk

'I stopped all my internet accounts': 70-year-old Australian man falls in love with six-fingered deepfake, transfers $180,000

US man arrested with gun near Trump’s LA golf course sent for mental health evaluation

A London apartment burned down in 2024 and left more than 80 people homeless

Residents of London are still obligated to pay mortgages on homes that were ruined by fire, despite the complexities in the ongoing legal struggles involving insurers and administrators. The building's freeholder has gone into administration following the destruction. Consequently, residents are stuck facing demands for unpaid service charges relative to properties that no longer exist, intensifyi...

In 1776, a Gettysburg minister built his stone home; 200 years later a young couple saved it from...

Celebrating its 250th anniversary, Gettysburg's historic Dobbin House hosted a memorable consecration ceremony. Originally completed in 1776, this iconic building has played various roles over the centuries. In the 1970s, local patrons Jacqueline and Gary White saved it from being demolished. The upcoming unveiling of Dobbin House Square promises new museum exhibits. The anniversary festivities wi...

14-year-old New Hampshire gamer built 3D-printed VR controller after he couldn't grip a standard one

Fourteen-year-old Scott Merrow from Auburn, New Hampshire, could not grip the standard left-hand controller used for virtual reality games because of his “little hand”. Instead of giving up gaming, he worked with his mechanical engineer uncle to develop an adaptive VR controller. After three prototypes, Scott created a 3D-printed arm sleeve with a sensor that lets him control the game using pressu...

Florida couple declared dead in helicopter crash in Kenya; thieves break in their house, steal Porsche, Land Rover in less than 24 hours. Then comes a twist in court