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The U.S. DOT awarded nearly $1 billion in grants for the Safe Streets and Roads for All program, created by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, to improve road safety nationwide.
A tense meeting. Your boss wants to fudge the numbers. Speak up and risk your job, or stay silent and be complicit? Conscience collides with compliance in these small, pivotal moments.
A Staten Island bodega owner's "Grades for Grabs" program is inspiring local students to excel, one Oreo milkshake at a time.
Flames engulfed the Pacific Palisades in 2025, as reporter Jacob Soboroff witnessed the catastrophic Firestorm firsthand. His minute-by-minute account offers a gripping, up-close view of the disaster.
Meth's grip on Indian Country is unrelenting, but one small Montana town refuses to surrender. Amidst the decay, new buildings rise, symbols of a community's resilient spirit.
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Uncover the hidden wonders of your neighborhood with a visit to the captivating Labrynth at La Mesa First Methodist Church, a mystical oasis waiting to be explored.
Zach Bryan and Samantha Leonard's Spanish wedding was a heartwarming tribute, as Samantha incorporated a piece of Zach's late mother's gown to ensure her presence on their special day.
A year after the deadly LA fires, the smell of smoke still lingers as displaced residents rebuild their lives. For Jose Angel Amezcua, a formerly-incarcerated firefighter, this disaster offers a second chance.
Across the globe, over 250 million Christians in Eastern Europe and the Arab world unite in joyous celebration of Christ's nativity on this hallowed Christmas Day.
Waking up to a snow day as a kid was pure magic. Though technology has changed how we learn of closures, the thrill of an unexpected day off remains. Kids will still...
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The only US museum dedicated to weather artifacts faces closure as funding dries up, leaving the National Weather Museum and Science Center in Norman, Oklahoma, at risk.
Ronnie Lockwood, a 15-year-old with autism, found himself homeless after being ejected from a care center. A couple's compassionate invitation would change his life forever.
Perched atop the Blue Ridge Parkway, Blowing Rock, NC beckons with its cool highland climate and the majestic "Blowing Rock," a natural wonder that defies gravity.
Nestled in the heart of Native American culture, Gallup's vibrant heritage shines through its Hopi, Zuni, and Navajo populations, earning it the moniker "the Heart of Indian Country.
Embark on a spiritual odyssey through Japan's sacred landscapes as Kotaro Aoki guides you on a pilgrimage alongside fellow travelers. "We walked as...
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Unlock the power of human connection - research reveals how brief interactions with strangers can enrich your day and leave a lasting impact.
A lifelong advocate for Holocaust education, Schloss, a friend of Anne Frank's, led The Anne Frank Trust UK as its honorary president.
A team of UC Berkeley students provided essential research for a "60 Minutes" investigation, only to have the story pulled from broadcast at the last minute by the network's new editor-in-chief.
When Naushaba Roonjho became the first girl in her district to pass Pakistan's national secondary school exam, her achievement was not celebrated. At home in her village of Sheikh Soomar, her father told the 17-year-old: "This is enough, you don't ne...
When clients ask Christopher Jones how he cooks the delicious barbequed meat at his restaurant, Blindfolded Barbeque, he answers, "Just like you, except I have to concentrate a little harder." The extra concentration, for a blind man, is a necessity ...
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A man's creative marriage proposal has the internet in stitches - he edited himself into a beloved Shrek wedding scene, delighting his future bride.
Your car is more than just a mode of transport - it's a vessel of memories and personality. From cherished road trips to affectionate nicknames, the bond between driver and vehicle runs deeper than you might think.
When family medical troubles threatened to derail a top student's dreams of university, the administrators at Bodine International Affairs High School in Philadelphia stepped in to lift her back up. Sonia Lewis, now a successful entrepreneur and hol...
Uncertainty sparks innovation: Writer Margaret Heffernan, a TED Talk sensation, reveals how leaders harness the power of "doing nothing" to drive creativity and resilience.
Confetti rained down on Times Square, but this was no ordinary celebration - each piece carried an uplifting message to inspire the new year.
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Vibrant kites soar across the globe, captivating onlookers with their mesmerizing displays of color and grace. Smithsonian Magazine's stunning photo essay transports readers to joyful kite-flying festivities worldwide.
A 95-year-old woman's birthday card held a heartwarming 81-year-old story of friendship forged during wartime upheaval, when a "new girl" found an unlikely kindred spirit.
Trapped in an overgrown jungle, a 63-year-old veteran struggled to access his own backyard—until a compassionate cleaning company owner stepped in, transforming the soldier's life beyond the garden.
One of Arlington's oldest family burial grounds, the Old Ball Family Burial Ground, is the final resting place of Ballston's namesake. John Ball became one of the first settlers in Arlington when he received a 166-acre land grant from Lord Fairfax in...
A knock on the door revealed a peculiar sight - a man with a wheeled bin and a frozen chicken, about to change Rob and Dianne Parsons' lives forever.
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Third-generation dairy farmer William Dennehy tends to his livestock and land with a deep sense of responsibility—to his community, his environment, and the generations that will follow. His 96-cow dairy in County Kerry, Ireland, has a salmon fishing...
The Right to Wind in Your Hair As soon as John Seigel-Boettner invites passengers onto his black trishaw, a three-wheeled electric bicycle with two extra seats upfront, downtown Santa Barbara seems to smile. Pedestrians wave and call out greeting...
Vintage neon signs from Route 66's heyday now shine brightly in George M. Reed Roadside Park, illuminating the highway's storied past after being rescued from decay.
Vanna White, the beloved Wheel of Fortune host, delighted fans with a rare glimpse into her personal life, sharing a heartwarming New Year's photo with her partner and two children.
Royals on a mission: Prince William and Kate Middleton lead by example, instilling the value of service in their children through countless hours of charitable work, both public and private.
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In the mountainous north of Fars province in Iran, the small city of Safashahr faces a worsening water crisis and environmental degradation. As drought intensifies, public spaces are becoming drier and more fragile, especially in nearby rural areas. ...
Moments of care that arrived when someone needed them most - a jacket offered, a warm meal, a life cared for long after it was abandoned. These are the stories of 'Force for Good Heroes'.
Renowned actor Idris Elba has been knighted for his tireless charity work, including launching an anti-knife crime campaign and founding the Elba Hope Foundation to support youth.
Miles Teller made fans swoon when he danced on the beach as dreamy Lt. 'Rooster' Bradshaw in Top Gun: Maverick. But after seeing what he gave his wife, Keleigh, for Christmas, he has fans over the moon. The story of his gift goes back to the Palisad...
Seventeen visionary women in 1955 Idaho founded a community library fueled by a thrift shop's profits, creating a hub for diverse ideas that endures today.