Today: a dog’s midnight bark helps save him and his owner from a house fire, a teenager dives into the harbor to rescue a struggling pup, and a pair of students turn algae into a gentler kind of paint.

Today: a space telescope gets a shot at a second life, a single dad adopts the teen who first entered his home through foster care, and a new travel trend is bringing grandparents and grandkids closer one camping trip at a time.

Today: two teens’ summer bike ride becomes a lifesaving rescue, World Cup fans bring unexpected warmth to the cities hosting them, and a simple walk offers a gentle path back to better mental health.

Today: a chance subway conversation blossoms into an unlikely friendship, farmers are helping restore the night sky for wildlife, and a new battery project is storing sunshine long after the sun goes down.

Today: NICU nurses create a coloring book to help siblings feel seen, a designer rethinks fashion with the future in mind, and morning routines that offer small ways to support long-term health.

Today: a father and son cycle around the world together, a life-changing therapy helps children hear sounds for the first time, and a father reflects on how love and caregiving transformed his own life.

Today: strangers come together to honor a veteran they never knew, empty office spaces offer a fresh start for people experiencing homelessness, and everyday washing machines get a new role in protecting our oceans.

Today: two brothers run 32 marathons in memory of their mother and raise millions for dementia research, retirees are finding new purpose through sustainable living, and an unlikely role-playing game is helping people build confidence and connection.

Today: a former dancer discovered a new way to share her love of ballet, a breakthrough treatment offers fresh hope for women with ovarian cancer, and simple creative pursuits reveal surprising benefits for healthy aging.

Today: a yard cleanup sparks an outpouring of support for a neighbor in need, women in rural Madagascar bring solar power to their communities, and cherished keepsakes remind us of the values that shape our lives.