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September 1, 2026

Thousands of Volunteers Pull a 400-Ton Castle in Japan Back to Its Original Site

How many people does it take to move a castle? Turns out, it’s around 4,000. Hirosaki Castle in Aomori Prefecture, northern Japan, is on the move again after it was relocated from its original position to protect it from earthquakes 11 years ago. Over the last weekend of August, groups of around 80 members of the public took turns helping to manually shift the 400-ton (800,000-pound)

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August 26, 2026

Man Builds 23 Tiny Homes To Help People Experiencing Homelessness

Since 2014, Andrew Lunetta has been working to change what permanent housing looks like for people experiencing homelessness in Syracuse, New York. Through his nonprofit, A Tiny Home for Good, he has helped build 23 tiny homes with private kitchens, bathrooms, and laundry facilities. This organization provides residents with a place they can call their own, rather than another temporary shelter bed.

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August 2, 2026

Train Driver Talks Woman Through a Mental Health Crisis and Later Becomes Her Husband

One day in 2019, while standing at a train station, 33-year-old healthcare assistant Charlotte Lay made the impulsive decision to end her life after struggling with her mental health. She climbed onto the tracks, sat down, and waited for the train to arrive. But instead of striking her, the train came to a stop. The driver climbed out, spoke with Charlotte, and persuaded her to keep living.

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July 8, 2026

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Confirms a Record-Setting $323 Million for Culture in the City

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and the City Council have agreed to provide record-level funding to the Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA). The city government will give $323.8 million to DCLA as part of its Fiscal Year 2027 budget. This is an increase of $24.2 million from 2026, a previous high, and $107 million more than the City Council’s Preliminary Financial Plan from March 2026. So, what does the DCLA do?

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