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World hits milestone: 5 billion trees planted in global reforestation push
A coalition of 74 countries says grassroots planting efforts have restored forest cover across more than 12 million hectares — three years ahead of schedule.
Updated 12 min ago 80,418By Maya Okafor
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Health
New malaria vaccine cuts child deaths by 75% in first-year rollout
The R21 vaccine has been distributed to 12 African nations, with early data showing the strongest results in a generation.
2 hours ago 11,580
Energy
Portugal runs the entire country on renewables for 149 straight days
A national grid milestone that took a decade of planning — and a lot of wind.
6 hours ago 93,716
Education
Kenya opens 400 new schools; literacy hits an all-time high
A national push has brought basic literacy within reach of nearly every child under 12.
8 hours ago 36,450
Community
Volunteers in São Paulo serve 1 million free meals this year
A citywide network of neighborhood kitchens hits a milestone — and keeps cooking.
3 hours ago 41,793
Sport
Refugee runner takes gold at the World Para Athletics Championships
From a camp in Uganda to the top of the podium — in her first international race.
5 hours ago 67,549