The Gerber Baby Photo Search is on — and there's a bit of a twist to this year's competition. The company has named the 2026 contest "Behind the Baby" and is looking for pics that feature little ones and their parents. "We believe a parent-friendly world starts with giving parents the recognition they deserve," the photo search website reads. Families have until April 12 to submit a photo and accompanying short story.
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Environment
Astronomers Spotted a "Ghostly" Galaxy Made of 99% Dark Matter
NASA, ESA, Dayi Li (UToronto); Image Processing: Joseph DePasquale (STScI)
In a story straight out of a sci-fi film, astronomers have discovered a (very)faint galaxy made up of 99% dark matter. Called Candidate Dark Galaxy-2, or CDG-2, the galaxy is considered "nearly invisible," with only a "sparse scattering of faint stars," per NASA. Located roughly 300 million light-years away in the Perseus cluster, the "ghostly" galaxy may be one of the most heavily dark matter-dominated galaxies ever discovered. Scientists believe most of its hydrogen gas, one of the raw materials needed to form stars, was stripped away by interactions with neighboring galaxies inside the cluster. So how did astronomers find something so hidden in plain sight? They spotted four globular clusters (aka groups of stars) via the Hubble Space Telescope, and then enlisted other space scopes to unveil a surrounding dim glow. That indicated a likely galaxy. "This is the first galaxy detected solely through its globular cluster population," co-author Dayi Li said in a statement.
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Humanity
Mock Flights Make Air Travel More Accessible for Neurodivergent Passengers
The Arc Gateway
Traveling by plane can be a stressful experience for even the most frequent flyers. But for neurodivergent passengers, particularly those with intellectual or developmental disabilities who don't fly often, it can be even more overwhelming. That's where "Wings for All" comes in. The national program, created by a nonprofit called The Arc, runs participants through a full dress rehearsal of air travel — check-in, TSA screening, boarding, and takeoff — in a low-pressure setting designed to demystify the experience. That way, they know what to expect on any future flights (and may be more likely to book that dream trip). "There's a lot of things to experience in this country and most of them are really unattainable if you can't fly there," Delta Air Lines Captain Dan Kudrna told FOX 10 at a recent event hosted by Florida's Pensacola Airport. "If we can reduce some of that anxiety and make it more comfortable for them by simulating the experience today, maybe it makes it easier on them and their family and the other traveling folks when they do go." As for participant Aila Trawick, she seems more than ready for takeoff: "I have never been on a plane before and today, I think, is the best day of my entire life."
Tech
Shop for a Cause: The Salvation Army Opened a Thrift Store on Roblox
The Salvation Army
Scoring a secondhand gem is an art — and now also a video game. Last month, the Salvation Army launched Thrift Score, a first-of-its-kind digital thrift store on the gaming platform Roblox, where players can browse virtual racks, curate outfits, and support (real-world) community programs through the nonprofit. "Thrifting has always been about more than price — it's about creativity, individuality, and purpose," Mark Nelson, ARC Commander at The Salvation Army, said in a press release. "By bringing our thrift store into Roblox, we're introducing a new generation to the spirit of thrifting at Salvation Army in a way that feels natural to how they explore, play, and express themselves today." The virtual store is embedded in popular Roblox games like Seaboard City and Daycare Party, allowing users to snag thrift-inspired digital items, some donated by popular creators such as Preston Arsement. "Players get to have fun, express themselves, and then realize they're part of something meaningful," he said. "When you combine play with heart, you can make a real impact." All proceeds from in-game purchases go toward the Salvation Army's programs providing food, shelter, rehabilitation support, and more to millions of Americans. Check out the game.
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A sparkly phenomenon that occurs during thunderstorms was filmed in nature for the first time (read more)
Gold medalist Alysa Liu said she's open to taking another joyful spin at the 2030 Games — "I like France" (read more)
Inspiring Story
Holding history
While cleaning his mother's home, Boston resident Aaron Haynes discovered a priceless family heirloom: his ancestor Samuel Jones' freedom papers from 1834. "I'm here because he did this step," said Haynes. Watch the moving story.
Photo of the Day
David Talukdar/—NurPhoto/Getty Images
Love and lots of pink were in the air yesterday as people around the world celebrated Holi, the Hindu festival of colors. The festivities, held the day after March's first full moon, involve throwing brightly hued powders, dancing, sharing sweets, and welcoming the arrival of spring with open arms.
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