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Monkeys rescued from the illegal pet trade now thriving in a Mississippi sanctuary run by veterans

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The Gulf Coast Primate Sanctuary gives once-domesticated monkeys and U.S. veterans alike a safe haven.
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Generous paternal leave policies improve maternal and newborn health, family finances, and more

When a father takes significant leave — at least two weeks — children report experiencing more closeness and better communication up to nine years later.
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'Socktober' celebrates 15 years of local kindness

Brad Montague founded Socktober in 2011 thanks to a nudge from a few middle school students. After learning that a concerning number of neighbors were living on the streets, these kids were eager to help in a tangible way.
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The UN just passed the first declaration on sea level rise, protecting island nations' sovereignty

The world, including the U.S., agreed that rising seas will not change national borders even as small islands disappear.
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Experts outline major benefits to paternal leave policies: 'Our family still sees benefits 10 years later'

When a father takes significant leave — at least two weeks — children report experiencing more closeness and better communication up to nine years later.
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Monkeys rescued from the illegal pet trade now thriving in a Mississippi sanctuary run by veterans

The Gulf Coast Primate Sanctuary gives once-domesticated monkeys and U.S. veterans alike a safe haven.
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One-day-old baby rhino saved in 'miracle' rescue mission: 'He's a symbol of resilience for his species'

Rangers estimate that Chamboi was born prematurely and had to fight for survival just hours after he entered the world.
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Irish is an endangered language. The band Kneecap is keeping it alive through rap

The trio gained international attention with the release of their semi-autobiographical film “Kneecap” in 2024.
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A turtle with a bright blue shell was found in a Kentucky backyard. Rescuers are rushing to restore her natural color

When a new homeowner moved into her house, she discovered a turtle with a bright blue shell in the yard. Wildlife rehab specialists quickly stepped in.
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New study: Sustained arts education, like music, linked to lower chronic absenteeism

Researchers estimated 25.4% of four-year music students were chronically absent, compared with 37.3% of students without four consecutive years of music.
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