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Limiting Social Media Helps Teens Sleep, Focus, and Connect

A UK government trial of 309 households found that every form of social media restriction — from daily limits to outright bans — improved teen sleep, concentration, and family connection.

Human Achievements

Melanie Doggett, 14, Smashes 200m Age-Group World Record

The Georgia freshman clocked 22.71 seconds at the state championships, making her the equal-ninth-fastest under-18 sprinter in history.

Human Achievements

This 12-Year-Old Just Built a Nuclear Fusion Reactor in Texas — and May Break a World Record

Aiden MacMillan, a 12-year-old from Dallas, has achieved nuclear fusion with a homemade reactor — potentially making him the youngest person ever to accomplish the feat.

Human Achievements

19-Year-Old Who Ran Into Traffic to Save Elderly Couple Gets Scholarship and Job Offer

When Juan Mendoza pulled an elderly couple from a smoking car on a Texas highway, he didn't expect it would change his life — but a grateful ambulance company had other plans.

Human Achievements

Global Volunteering Hits Record High — Gen Z Is Driving It

A UN report says worldwide volunteer participation just reached its highest level ever, with Gen Z organizing through TikTok, Discord, and Signal.

Human Achievements

Teenager Invents Water Purifier That Could Save Millions of Lives

A 17-year-old from Kenya has created a low-cost water purification device using locally available materials.