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From nonverbal at 3 to speaking nine languages at age 7.Rafael is rewriting what’s possible for children with severe autism.Diagnosed with severe nonverbal autism at age two, Rafael’s parents were told he might never speak. For years, conventional therapies produced almost no progress. Then a neuropediatrician recommended trying a tablet to discover what might capture his attention.Everything changed the moment Rafael stumbled across an English song on YouTube. His face lit up, and a deep, almost obsessive fascination with languages was born. With dedicated support from his parents, he began using technology to immerse himself in different cultures and languages, demonstrating that communication barriers can be overcome in unexpected ways.Now seven years old, this Brazilian boy is fluent in more than nine languages—including English (his main form of expression), Spanish, Japanese, Russian, French, German, and Portuguese. His remarkable memory enables him to master pronunciation so precisely that native speakers are often stunned, assuming he grew up speaking the language.Rafael’s gifts extend beyond words: he has taught himself to play musical instruments and even composes his own songs. His journey stands as a powerful testament for families everywhere—that an autism diagnosis does not define a ceiling, but rather opens a unique path to experiencing and excelling in the world.[Mayer, J. L.. As a Child, He Didn’t Speak Because of His Autism, but Today He Speaks More Than 9 Languages and Even Writes Songs. Bright Side]Did you know? 🎓

From nonverbal at 3 to speaking nine languages at age 7.Rafael is rewriting what’s possible for children with severe autism.Diagnosed with severe nonverbal autism at age two, Rafael’s parents were told he might never speak. For years, conventional therapies produced almost no progress. Then a neuropediatrician recommended trying a tablet to discover what might capture his attention.Everything chan...

Noel Reports · World · before 1 days

Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces said they struck 19 energy infrastructure targets across occupied Crimea and other occupied territories over the past 48 hours. According to the force, the operation has hit 136 energy facilities since July 1.

Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces said they struck 19 energy infrastructure targets across occupied Crimea and other occupied territories over the past 48 hours. According to the force, the operation has hit 136 energy facilities since July 1.

Noel Reports · World · before 1 days

Ukraine’s Phoenix Unmanned Systems Regiment, operating with adjacent units, repelled a Russian tank assault in the Dobropillia sector on July 22.

Ukraine’s Phoenix Unmanned Systems Regiment, operating with adjacent units, repelled a Russian tank assault in the Dobropillia sector on July 22. According to updated figures, the operation destroyed nine tanks, three Grad multiple launch rocket systems, two armored combat vehicles, and killed 23 Russian troops. The unit also struck Russian personnel moving toward the battlefield and continued tar...

Noel Reports · World · before 1 days

Ukrainian Flamingo cruise missiles struck the Aviatek defense plant in Kirovo-Chepetsk, around 1,200 km from Ukraine.

Ukrainian Flamingo cruise missiles struck the Aviatek defense plant in Kirovo-Chepetsk, around 1,200 km from Ukraine. The facility specializes in aviation equipment, surface-to-air guided missiles, and pilot rescue systems, and produces components for Tor air defense systems as well as Kh-101 and Kh-59 missiles. Footage also shows the launch of a Flamingo missile before the strike.

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Noel Reports · World · before 1 days

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The 23/07/26 SitRep on Ukraine is ready: https://threadreaderapp.com/thread/2080554602563326304.htmlNearly 700,000 people rely on our Ukraine war reporting across platforms, reaching over 800 million impressions per year. This reporting has no sponsors, no corporate backing, and no political funding. It exists because readers chose to support it.For nearly four years, we’ve delivered real-time, ve...