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What to know about lenacapavir: US approves twice-yearly injection for HIV prevention

Long-lasting HIV drug could help people who can’t take daily PrEP pills.

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Charitable giving grew to nearly $600B in 2024. A booming stock market is to thank

Giving to nonprofits engaged in education, health, arts, culture and humanities, the environment, and animals reached all-time highs.

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Fifth graders invent trash-cleaning robot for science fair. Now, it's rolling out to beaches

Inspired to help reduce trash pollution, these Florida elementary schoolers created a waste-collecting companion.

Jane Goodall stands in a lush forest of green trees, reaching out to touch the leaves.

When USAID cuts hit Jane Goodall's reforestation efforts, this search engine stepped in to save the day (and the trees)

The tree-planting search engine has dedicated funds and support to maintain the Jane Goodall Institute’s presence in Tanzania.

Two mules stand next to a banner that reads "Welcome Back Yosemite Mules," hand-drawn by children

Yosemite National Park puts mules to work in the busy season: 'If you've used the bathrooms, thank a mule'

Yosemite National Park’s “mounted patrol” has long used mules to help navigate the backcountry. This year is no different.

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Norway offered residents a chance to win a $1,000 prize for recycling; now 97% of all plastic bottles are returned

A new study found that people are more eager to recycle when offered a chance to win a large sum prize, instead of a guaranteed 10 cents. And in Norway, this approach is a reality.

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A majority of people around the world support paying a carbon tax

Even in the U.S., where the policy was least popular, half of those surveyed said they'd support a climate tax that redistributes wealth.

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In surprising new study, researchers find hope — not happiness — is key to a meaningful life

University of Missouri researchers found that hope stands apart from happiness and gratitude as one of the strongest positive emotions to foster a sense of purpose.

A group of museum-goers write on a colorful mural that reads "What is your wish for U.S.?"

Americans share their hopes for the country on 'wish walls' nationwide. The responses are surprisingly unifying

Leading up to the 250th birthday of the United States, thousands are sharing their dreams for the future online and in real life.

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New cheese packaging decomposes in 300 days, not 1,000 years: 'The solution was in the cheese itself'

Ogilvy and Nestlé have teamed up to create a new ‘whey’ to carry your dairy.

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'Space capsules' offer new approach to confront homelessness in Bay Area: 'It's not just a dream'

A Bay Area nonprofit is eyeing a 6-acre lot to establish new, innovative tiny homes that look straight out of “Star Wars.”