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A lost letter, preserved in a little free library, sparks a friendship 23 years later

The Washington Post|Published

Katie Slocum pulled off her bookshelf a novel she had picked up at a little free library years before but had never opened. Flipping through Ann Patchett’s “State of Wonder,” Slocum, 36, found a 23-year-old letter that would set her on an unexpected …

These two good boys are the hardest-working staff at the airport

The Washington Post|Published

The wildlife patrol at West Virginia International Yeager Airport has gone to the dogs - specifically, to border collies Hercules and Ned.

A flight full of strangers celebrated this 2-year-old’s cancer recovery

The Washington Post|Published

About halfway through a flight from Dallas to San Diego, a flight attendant made an unusual announcement over the intercom. “Today we do have a very special passenger ...

‘Lolipop lady’ with remarkable past is a social media star in her 80s

The Washington Post|Published

Paulette Dorflaufer loves to dress up. Her job as a crossing guard starts at 7:15 a. m., but every morning she wakes early to assemble her elegant outfit and apply ...

Revolutionising weather: can cloud seeding drones tackle drought?

Washington Post|Published

As drought conditions worsen across the American West, the start-up Rainmaker is making waves with its bold claims of cloud-seeding success using drones. Could this ...

Watch VideoKing Charles III's state visit unfolds amid strained US-UK ties

Washington Post|Published

With the backdrop of security concerns and an evolving political dynamic, King Charles III’s visit to the United States highlights the ongoing struggle for co-operation. ...

Nigeria's in vogue handwoven fabric makers resist automation

AFP|Published

Demand for the fabric has recently soared at home and abroad, boosted by Nigerians in the diaspora and the rising global popularity of the country's fashion and ...

Inside the fireproof vault housing US movie history

AFP|Published

Once upon a time in the golden days of Hollywood, the movies were bigger, the stars brighter and the celluloid they were filmed on was, well, explosive. Which is ...

Benin leans into its painful slavery past to attract tourists

AFP|Published

Tourists crowded beneath the Door of No Return, an arch built by the beach at Ouidah in southern Benin in memory of those crammed onto slave ships bound for the ...

Growing interest in Japanese ceramics takes centre stage at Brussels fair

Japan News|Published

Explore the vibrant surge of Japanese ceramics in Europe, as the Brussels fair spotlights the rich heritage and innovation of artists like Ryuichi Kakurezaki. Discover ...

The rising odds of a super El Niño could spell record-breaking global temperatures

Washington Post|Published

As scientists predict the arrival of a potent super El Niño, the world braces for record-breaking global temperatures and extreme weather patterns. Will communities ...

AIDS Healthcare Foundation calls for global solidarity on World Health Day

Staff Reporter|Published

On this World Health Day, AHF reaffirms that the time for action is now, calling for Europe to lead the way in establishing a strong framework for pandemic response ...

AI and the future of work: who’s at risk and who will thrive?

Washington Post|Published

As AI technology continues to advance, the job market faces unprecedented changes. Discover which workers could thrive and who may struggle as this transformative ...

Watch VideoJapan prepares for commercial flying cars as early as 2027

Japan News|Published

Get ready for a new dimension of travel as Japan prepares to roll out commercial flying car services, bringing a futuristic twist to daily commutes and leisure trips ...

Goat vs gecko: Caribbean island faces wildlife showdown

AFP|Published

The tiny Caribbean island of Terre-de-Haut boasts pristine turquoise waters and deserted coves. It also has goats, hundreds of them, and while they charm the tourists ...

First, the frogs died. Then people got sick.

The Washington Post|Published

As dozens of frog species have declined across Central America, scientists have witnessed a remarkable chain of events: With fewer tadpoles to eat mosquito larvae, ...

Cuban children's heart hospital makes tough choices amid US blockade

AFP|Published

Universal health care is one of the proud achievements of the Cuban revolution, but the island's hospitals have struggled with shortages and aging equipment for ...

Meet the crypto bro helped Pakistan win over Trump World

Bloomberg|Published

Plucked from relative obscurity last year, Saqib has suddenly become one of Pakistan’s most influential figures. He’s forged partnerships with crypto luminaries ...

LaGuardia crash bolsters case for using AI in air control towers

Bloomberg|Published

Inside a mock control tower next to Hong Kong International Airport, a virtual near-miss plays out on multi-panel screens. A passenger jet descends in the computer-generated ...

Beirut rescuers risk their lives to save animals

AFP|Published

The small rescue team from Lebanese NGO Animals Lebanon uses two-wheelers to navigate streets made narrow by piles of rubble as they search for trapped animals.