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A stunning New Zealand beach, once slated for private sale, was saved by a remarkable collective effort. Nearly 40,000 citizens pooled over NZ$2.2 million, transforming a grassroots idea into a nationwide movement. This powerful demonstration of shared responsibility ensured Awaroa Beach remains a protected public space for all to enjoy, a testament to what community action can achieve.

Polish streamer Łatwogang, whose real name is Patryk Garkowski, raised over 211 million złoty during a 9-day YouTube charity livestream for the Cancer Fighters Foundation. The money will help children with cancer across Poland. The campaign broke MrBeast’s previous charity livestream record and became a major national movement supported by celebrities and fans.

A Serbian bird society successfully crowdfunded 8,000 euros to purchase and protect a two-hectare woodland, preventing its likely deforestation. This initiative highlights growing public concern for environmental protection in Serbia, a nation grappling with pollution and development threats. The society aims to preserve the 'Nightingale's Forest' and inspire similar local conservation efforts.

Sumrux provides a platform for parents to sell or donate old textbooks. This initiative aims to conserve resources for future generations. The platform allows listings in about a minute. Sumrux also plans pilot projects in apartment complexes to promote reuse. The service extends to toys, clothes, and jewellery.

Patryk Łatwogang Garkowski raised about $70 million in a nine-day charity livestream starting April 17, 2026. The money will go to the Cancer Fighters Foundation. He passed MrBeast’s record as fans, celebrities, and footballers joined in. The stream became a global moment, showing how online communities can come together to support children fighting cancer.

Actor-turned-politician Thalapathy Vijay's TVK has emerged as the single largest party in Tamil Nadu assembly polls, dramatically altering the state's political landscape. Leveraging star power and organized fan networks, TVK has disrupted the decades-long dominance of the DMK and AIADMK, resonating with voters seeking an alternative.

Almost no one treated TVK as the party that could win. At best, it was expected to cut votes and embarrass the old players. These are their safest columns from which Vijay’s party took seats

Gunfire erupted at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, forcing an immediate evacuation of President Trump and other dignitaries. Suspect Cole Tomas Allen, a Caltech graduate from California, allegedly targeted administration officials. He was armed with a shotgun and breached a security checkpoint before being apprehended. The motive remains under investigation.

A Gujarat woman's life in Louisiana was shattered by a gunshot during a store negotiation, leaving her critically injured with severe jaw damage. Her husband faces weapon charges as doctors deem her recovery complex, requiring multiple surgeries. A crowdfunding effort is underway to support her extensive medical bills and her dream of a better future.

And today, one of the starkest outliers in the early trends is the performance of Vijay’s TVK. But who is Vijay, who, if trends hold, could become the new Thalapathy of Tamil Nadu politics?

Gaza witnessed a historic moment as Palestinians engaged in their first local elections in over two decades, marking a tentative step toward reconciling the fragmented political landscape between Gaza and the West Bank. Though hampered by Israeli-imposed restrictions, officials creatively utilised whatever materials they could muster to ensure the elections went ahead.

According to petitioner B R Aravindakshan, donors were not transparently informed whether their contributions towards Swachh Bharat, Beti Bachao Beti Padhao or Kisan Seva actually reached any govt account for those schemes. Contributions were treated solely as party funds, thereby potentially amounting to cheating and criminal breach of trust.

Tamil Nadu polls see numerous micro-parties vying for attention, not victory. Candidates from obscure outfits in Perambur and Kolathur aim for visibility and bargaining power, hoping to secure future relevance. These parties, often fielding candidates with limited campaigns, seek to influence larger political players by collecting crucial votes.

Harvard University is actively seeking substantial donations, potentially up to $10 million per professorship, to bolster viewpoint diversity among its faculty. This ambitious initiative, led by Provost John F. Manning, aims to raise hundreds of millions for dozens of new hires, integrated across existing departments rather than a separate institute.

Hampshire College will permanently close after the fall semester due to sustained financial difficulties and unsuccessful recovery efforts. The board of trustees cited a lack of resources to continue operations, leading to the decision to not admit new students. Current students will be supported in completing their degrees or transferring.

Ukraine is showcasing remarkable resilience against Russia through its innovative defense industry. The nation is producing millions of drones, long-range missiles, and robotic systems. These advanced weapons allow Ukraine to strike deep behind enemy lines and preserve its soldiers. This technological prowess is enabling Ukraine to effectively counter a larger adversary, demonstrating a new model of national resistance.

Paul Caldwell, father to Kendra Duggar, is in dire need of community support as he navigates an unexpected family crisis. The Caldwells must relocate from a property belonging to Kendra and her husband, Joseph Duggar, who is currently dealing with significant legal challenges.

Jeypore's District Headquarters Hospital faces a severe blood shortage, with only 22 units available against a capacity of 1,000. Patients like Lingaeswar Naik are being asked to find donors for transfusions due to dwindling voluntary donations. Officials are planning donation camps to replenish stocks and address the critical situation for emergency care.

An 80-year-old Surat resident, Devraj Desai, is actively practicing 'Jivta Jagatyu,' a tradition of performing post-death rituals while alive. For 17 years, he has commemorated his life through tree planting, community meals, and pledges for organ and body donation, wishing to be remembered with happiness.