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Kenya’s Sheila Chepkirui wins the women’s race at the New York City Marathon on November 1. She ran it in two hours and 24 minutes. This year marked the 50th anniversary of the course through the city’s five boroughs: Staten…
The 2026 Nobel Prize winners were made official from October 5 to 12. The winners, called laureates, were recognized for contributions to fields such as chemistry, literature, and medicine. The Nobel Peace Prize honors people who have promoted peace. This…
On June 19, Sarah Ruggins reached her goal: Nordkapp, Norway. She had biked Europe from end to end (see map) faster than anyone ever had. Ruggins took up cycling after a disease made it hard to run. Her rides help…
Rats have a bad rap. They’re thought of as filthy creatures that spread disease. HeroRats are changing that reputation. These African pouched rats use their sense of smell to save lives. Instead of carrying a disease, they help detect and…
From October 31 to November 13, young athletes from all over the world will gather in Senegal for the 2026 Youth Olympic Games. About 2,700 athletes ages 17 and under will compete in a wide variety of sports, including skateboarding,…
Proud gardeners pose with their prizewinning produce at the Harrogate Autumn Flower Show Giant Vegetable Competition, in Ripon, England, on September 18.
In the Andes mountains, a tiny cat called a tilcayo has been identified. Scientists introduced the cat in a study published on September 17 in Current Biology. It says the tilcayo is the first new wild cat species found in…
Each year, TIME makes a list of some of the world’s most interesting spots. TFK editors pick our favorites. Soaring heights, underwater exploration, ancient treasures: This year’s list is all about adventure. These places represent a whole world of possibilities.…
Three Sumatran tiger cubs born at Attica Zoological Park, in Athens, Greece, are now two months old. On September 8, the cubs received ID microchips and their first vaccinations. Their birth is a milestone for the critically endangered species. “The…
The 2026 U.S. Open is underway, treating fans to fast-paced tennis, shows of sportsmanship, and late-night thrills. The annual two-week tennis tournament takes place at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, in Queens, New York. This year, 128 singles…
