Couple replace 40 acres of vines with native bush; rare parrots return
After departing from the wine industry, Tony and Cherie Townsend embarked on a remarkable project to repurpose their 40-acre vineyard into a sanctuary for regent parrots. Their family and local volunteers, spanning four generations, are actively involved in this conservation initiative. Backed by the Murraylands and Riverland Landscape Board, over 3,000 native seedlings have been planted, fostering vital habitats and illustrating the crucial role private land plays in enhancing biodiversity.
Couple clear 4,000 hectares of pests; vanished Australian animals return
Ecologists Rebecca West and Reece Pedler are leading an inspiring initiative called the Wild Deserts project in New South Wales, focused on reviving native mammal populations that have been absent for over a century. Their efforts have successfully seen the reintroduction of multiple species to Sturt National Park, where they are now thriving and breeding in the wild.
Navy rescues 20 crew members of fishing vessel from pirates over 3,000 km from Mumbai
Hyderabad man builds over 600 rainwater pits after learning the skill himself
Confronted with a severe water shortage in Hyderabad, Ranga Prasad embarked on rainwater harvesting as a solution. After facing difficulties in securing professional assistance, he learned to build recharge pits independently, leading to the installation of over 600 systems across the city. Prasad stresses the vital need for upkeep of these installations to ensure their longevity and champions community-driven water conservation, illustrating how personal endeavors can drive significant environm
Ariana Grande surprised an NYC Marathon runner with a kind note she wrote while watching the race
After finishing the marathon, Ellie got the surprise of a lifetime.
Father held son's head above water until help arrived
Stopping at an accident can save an entire family. In Netolice, two men pulled a three-member family with a two-and-a-half-year-old son out of a car overturned in a stream, reports ČT24.
Baby monkey in Hodonín is also cared for by two-year-old sister, but it must be nursed by mom
Visitors to the Hodonín zoo can see a baby guereza monkey in the primate pavilion, which was born on October 12. Its two-year-old sister helps take care of it, occasionally borrowing it from its mother.
Indian Navy rescues hijacked fishing vessel off Somalia, frees all 20 crew members
The operation demonstrated the Navy’s operational preparedness and its ability to undertake complex maritime security missions through seamless coordination with the Air Force
Backup World Cup wheelchair travels across the world in stranger's luggage
A radio call-out in Ireland has sparked a successful international effort to get a specialised replacement rugby league wheelchair sent to Sydney in time for a game today.
Rogue sheep rescued in Hawke's Bay and given life-saving haircuts
"One of our MPI inspectors rugby-tackled one of them and the other one just sat down and accepted it," says one of the SPCA inspectors who wrangled the wayward sheep.
Over 500 people ran for young athletes. An exceptional action in Olsztyn
Not every young athlete has equal opportunities to develop their talent. Sometimes the obstacle is not a lack of skills or commitment, but
School named after cleaning staff member who dedicated 39 years to students; video
A cleaning staff member who dedicated 39 years to students will have a school named after her in the United States! Marilyn Hampton, 76, worked for nearly four decades in the public school system of Aubrey, Texas, and was surprised with the tribute during a school meeting. Upon learning that the new unit will bear …
Rebuilding Mosques Brings Sikhs, Hindus and Muslims Together After Punjab Violence
In the Indian state of Punjab, Muslims are watching Sikhs and Hindus organize the rebuilding of old mosques destroyed following Partition. Emotional to say the least, the inter-faith community building is being led by many old enough to remember the strife which ripped across the state. A portion of this ancient and proud land was …
This Wheelchair Skateboarding Teacher Already Conquered Mountains and Marathons
This rolling inspiration is Xie Junwu, an iron-willed wheelchair-bound althlete who’s climbed mountains, completed marathons, and now spends his days skateboarding. Xie has been breaking records and barriers for years with his wheelchair capabilities, and now in middle age, he is helping others build confidence in their maneuvering with what is almost certainly China’s first …
Girl who rescued injured boy from bonfire acted 'on instinct'
Tianna Patterson, 17, witness the boy being attacked before he fell unconscious into the bonfire in Strabane.
VIDEO: Makinde attends launch of Sola Sobowale’s Oyo care home
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has inaugurated a residential care home for older adults established by veteran Nollywood actress, Sola Sobowale, in Ibadan. The facility, named Joseph & Esther Homes, is located in the Akobo area of the state capital. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-makinde-attends-launch-of-sola-sobowales-oyo-care-home/
‘The Sky Had No Stars’: Gurugram Student Builds Free Website To Check Light Pollution Using a Phone Photo
When Suhani Gupta and her sister spot more than seven stars from their balcony in Gurugram, they have a reason to celebrate. They step outside, open Stellarium, an astronomy app, and try to identify the constellations above them. In a city where the night sky rarely offers a clear view of the stars, even a handful can turn an ordinary evening into an occasion. “My sister and I get excited when we see more than seven stars in the sky,” Suhani tells The Better India. The sisters initially assumed
He Donated His Ultra-rare Blood 545 Times While Visiting Every Blood Bank in Australia
Pictured here enjoying jokes and a juice box, Trevor Bergman has now successfully donated his ultra-rare blood at all 85 Australian donation centers. While on his journey, Bergman donated blood 545 times, helping patients from virtually every corner of the land down under. The 59-year-old police officer is one of 150 Australians known to carry …
A rich maharaja took in 1,000 Polish kids during WWII, recreating their home on Indian soil
Digvijaysinhji Ranjitsinhji Jadeja gave them not just food and shelter, but a chance to be kids while retaining their identity.
The Counter-Extremism Expert Building Our Capacity for Compassion
A former Los Angeles gang member, a former skinhead and a former radical Islamist walk into a youth center. What sounds like the setup for an uneasy joke is at the core of Farah Pandith’s work: Put people who might otherwise never share a room in front of young people;...
Achimota Headmaster commends 1986 Year Group for restoring Aggrey Chapel
The Headmaster of Achimota School, Ebenezer Graham Acquaah, has commended the school's 1986 year group for renovating the Aggrey Chapel, describing the intervention as a significant act of gratitude, restoration and commitment to the institution's heritage.
How mutton birding helped this queer Aboriginal man connect with his identity
The ancient tradition of mutton birding — which Aboriginal people have done for thousands of years — has brought this young Indigenous man a deeper connection to both Country and identity.
A Memphis woman faced years of waiting for a kidney. Then a complete stranger saw a Facebook post.
When Stacy Hobson was told she faced a multi-year wait for a kidney transplant, she thought her traveling days were over.
Cempasúchil: The flower that reunites lovers across life and death
Discover the ancient Mexica legend of cempasúchil, Mexico’s flower of the dead, and how its golden-orange blooms became an iconic symbol.
Sardinian restaurants are banning phones for families at meals
Image alt text: Family at a restaurant table in Sardinia playing card games and laughing together, no phones visible The Italian federation of pediatricians designed a box of games to help parents ask their kids how their day went. Let’s think about this for a minute. A medical organization had to build a conversation starter …
When a 100-Year-Old Peepal Was Cut Down, He Used a 50-Tonne Crane to Replant It. Now It’s Growing
In November 2022, when Bharat Sisodia and his team reached a site in Ahmedabad, they found a century-old peepal tree that had already been cut down. Only about six to seven feet of its trunk remained. For a tree that had stood there for nearly 100 years, it seemed like the end. But Bharat wanted to find out whether its roots were still alive. If enough of the root system had survived, perhaps the tree could grow again. What followed was an ambitious rescue. His team dug around the tree, brought
Islands Near Portugal Turn Off Lights to Protect Seabird Fledglings Every October – 30k Already Saved
Each autumn, during the last five nights in October, there is a blackout on Corvo island—but it’s not by accident. On the small island in the Portuguese Azores, more than 400 residents are protecting some of the world’s most vulnerable birds, while setting an example for the region. Last week, the public lighting on Corvo …
Neighbor from Vyškov Region Helped Revive Baby, Took Course a Week Earlier
What expectant parents learn in a course can save a life. According to the rescue service of the South Moravian Region, this was demonstrated in June 2026 by a neighbor from the Vyškov Region with a three-month-old girl who stopped breathing.
Liberec experts helped hatch rare baby monkey-eating eagle
The baby monkey-eating eagle was named Bayani, which means Hero in Czech, and hatched with the help of experts from Liberec.
They Started by Picking Up Garbage. Now, Two Uttarakhand Schoolgirls Are Bringing Communities Together
In Pauri Garhwal, Uttarakhand, the garbage on the roadside was difficult to miss. What was easier to do was walk past it. Manvi Rawat and Anshika Gaur, two schoolgirls from the hill town, chose a different response. Instead of waiting for someone else to clean up, they began picking up litter themselves. Their efforts did not immediately win them support. People mocked them for what they were doing, turning a simple attempt to clean their surroundings into a test of whether they would continue d
Meet Emily Herra, 17, who turned vacant lot into garden and won $10,000
Co-founder of Veggie Nuggets, Emily Herra, collaborated with a team to revitalize an abandoned plot into a vibrant community garden. Despite facing setbacks, such as a contractor's destruction of their work, the group demonstrated resilience and rebuilt their garden. Their dedication earned them the Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes, which aids future climate activism. Herra's initiative spotlights the impactful role youth can play in fostering sustainability in their communities.
Meet Hollie Tang, who built blink-and-tongue computer control, won $10,000
Hollie Tang, a talented student from Wilson High School, has innovatively developed a system named Tonguage, designed to empower individuals with disabilities. This groundbreaking technology enables users to navigate devices through tongue movements and eye blinks. Winning the top scholarship at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair in Phoenix, Tang highlighted the potential of technology to enhance lives.
Rejected despite degree, Tamil Nadu trans woman now helps others find homes
Riyana Suree, a pioneering transgender woman from Tamil Nadu, is on a mission to empower her community. By founding the Thiru Aval Trust, she creates pathways for transgender individuals seeking education and employment. Overcoming her own obstacles, Riyana has helped numerous individuals receive sponsorships and support. With plans to broaden initiatives in creative sectors, she champions equal opportunities for all.
Six Indian tourists stranded in Nepal's National Park rescued safely
All of the rescued tourists are undergoing treatment at a government hospital in the Dune of Dolpa district, and their condition is out of danger, says police
The piece of kit which helped save the life of a cricketer
Two rival cricket teams abandoned their trophy clash, as players and supporters united to save the life of a fellow player.
From Stomach Ulcer to Spice Empire: Bougainville’s “Spice Man” turns homegrown Herbs into healing and hope
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Odisha weaver preserves 45-year craft, trains over 200 people
Prafulla Kumar Sahoo has devoted 45 years to mastering the art of handloom weaving in Odisha. With each saree taking nearly a month to complete, he features a unique Patta design. Beyond his craftsman skills, he has empowered over 200 unemployed individuals by providing them weaving training for sustainable livelihoods.
The pet I’ll never forget: the tiny horse with a big personality – who helps psychiatric patients
Black Pearl is a therapy animal, who works with military veterans. This sweet show-off has completely changed my life I trained and competed in dressage for many years and after I retired, I decided to buy a miniature horse for company at home in southern California. I bought Black Pearl from Quicksilver Ranch in Solvang, California, in 2008, when she was six months old. She was a fluffy little thing and would run around at warp speed, then run back to snuggle. She stole my heart from the beginn
The women’s boxing nights helping abuse survivors
A new series of all-female fight nights aims to fund free boxing classes that help women rebuild their confidence after abusive relationships
9-year-old Brazilian boy is saved by German bone marrow donor and gains “German brother”
A 9-year-old Brazilian boy was saved by a German bone marrow donor and now calls the young man who helped save his life “German brother”. Arthur Barão Massan is from Curitiba, in Paraná. He received the transplant in 2024 and today, leading a healthy routine, his biggest dream is …
Turkish metro worker reunites foreign student with lost passport
An Indonesian university student in Bursa, northwestern Türkiye, recovered her backpack containing her passport, foreign currency and personal belongings just one day before her sc...
Strangers Ran Towards the Fire to Save Teen–Her Mom Now Funds Scholarships for Heroes Like Them
5 years ago, 18-year-old Kenli Riney suffered a head-on collision on a Texas highway. Her car spun into a ditch and caught fire. Behind her, the Argote family was driving along and saw the whole thing. Mike Argote and 3 other men ran toward the flames and pulled Riney from the car. Mike was burned …
For Generations, These Tamil Nadu Villages Have Gone Cracker-Free to Protect Bats
In parts of Tamil Nadu, Diwali comes with an unusual rule: leave the firecrackers out . The reason hangs upside down in the trees. Hundreds of bats roost in village banyans and tamarinds. Rather than drive them away, residents have built traditions around protecting them. In some places, the custom is tied to a sacred tree or local deity. In others, it began with families feeding the animals. The stories are different, but the relationship is striking. These villagers do not see the bats as pest
‘It’s really, really unusual’: tender bond between male donkey and bull baffles scientists
Patroclo and Achille’s interspecies affair sheds new light on social and sexual relations between animals, scientists say In ancient myth, Achilles and Patroclus were two Greek heroes of the Trojan war whose intense bond was believed by some to have turned into a sexual relationship. In modern science, they are a bull, Achille, and a donkey, Patroclo, whose tender interspecies affair has helped to shed new light on social and sexual interactions between animals. Continue reading...
An indie art game where you draw your own fish to care for is unexpectedly making people cry
The child artist in all of us remembers this feeling.
84-year-old woman promised she’d play the piano for the rehab who helped her heal. And did she ever.
We are lucky to have her.
A man with a severe stutter shared the Chick-Fil-A drive-thru interaction he called ‘perfect.’
The anonymous employee did 4 things to put Travis at ease.
Zezé Motta adopted a boy who lived on the streets and he gets emotional telling about his mother 30 years later; video
Few people knew this story from Zezé Motta's life. 30 years ago, the actress and singer adopted Robson, a boy who was abandoned at 8 years old and lived on the streets of Rio de Janeiro. Today, at 45 years old, he got emotional telling presenter Paulo Vieira, from the program Avisa Lá Que Eu Vou …
Torun residents break charity record. Over 24,000 zł for saving historic tombstones
The residents of Toruń have once again proven that memory of the past can be nurtured through collective effort. During this year's collection at the Cemetery of St.
The Story of Pak Pur, the Good Policeman, Who Cares for Thousands of ODGJ, Now Continues His Psychology Studies to Become Even More Dedicated!
Ipda Purnomo 'Good Policeman' who has cared for ODGJ for 10 years, is now continuing his Master's studies in Psychology at UNESA to strengthen his dedication.
They heard a cry for help and did not pass by indifferently. Thanks to them, a missing senior was found
The search for a 75-year-old resident of Zabrze lasted for four days. The happy ending occurred in Ruda Śląska, where passersby happened to hear a cry for
Over 500 people ran for young athletes. An exceptional action in Olsztyn
Not every young athlete has equal opportunities to develop their talent. Sometimes the obstacle is not a lack of skills or commitment, but
'Our kids with us': Efeso Collins' widow encourages Pasifika to make voting a family affair
Vasa Fia Collins says she will continue their tradition of making a family event out of going to vote so her children understand the importance of democracy.
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