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MrBeast, Mark Rober launch $40 million #TeamWater fundraiser: 'The biggest water campaign to ever exist in history'

MrBeast and Mark Rober have once again joined forces with other creators to make a major difference.

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These dentists give hundreds of homeless patients free care every year. Now with more funding, they’ll help even more

The dental clinic at Father Joe’s Villages will be able to offer 30% more visits thanks to a generous new grant.

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Scientists have found a way to administer shots with dental floss. Could this be the future of vaccines?

In lab mice trials, researchers found the vaccine delivery method to provide a “far superior” antibody response compared to nasal sprays.

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5 ways environmental law is changing in defense of the planet

While the dangerous effects of climate change continue to worsen, legal efforts to address a range of environmental issues are also on the rise.

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To keep your brain young, the largest-ever study on cognitive health suggests these 3 changes

A large, $50 million study finds that these three lifestyle interventions could help slow brain aging.

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This homeless shelter treats alcoholics with beer and wine. It's saving lives.

The harm reduction model is a radical alternative to most other abstinence-based programs.

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Good News This Week: July 26, 2025 - Turtles, Hikes, & River Cowboys

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...

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20,000 Americans need a stem cell transplant every year. A stick of 'hero gum' can help find their match

People living with leukemia, lymphoma, or other blood cancers, can now find their stem cell or bone marrow transplant match with a wad of chewed-up gum. Yes, really.

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Study finds most violent crime rates have fallen back to pre-pandemic levels

The number of homicides across the United States declined by 16% in 2024, continuing a recent downward trajectory, according to the latest crime trends report from the Council on Criminal Justice.

11 Ways To Celebrate International Self-Care Day

International Self-Care Day, on July 24, is dedicated to raising awareness about self-care as a tool for global health. Celebrate with these ideas!

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Homicide rates hit 'record lows' in these major cities, following broader trend in the US

Community interventions seem to be at the heart of the decline.

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New research suggests dogs help people regulate stress even more than expected

Dogs aren’t just good company. They might just be one of the most accessible and effective tools for staying healthy in a stressful world.