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Introduced by Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, the tool will analyze patterns of online abuse and study how algorithms amplify harmful content. The initiative is part of Spain’s broader strategy to strengthen oversight of major social media platforms and better understand digital polarization.

Spain launches tool to track hate speech on social media

Spain launches tool to track hate speech on social media

14.03.2026

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Spain launches tool to track hate speech on social media

14.03.2026

19 cities cut toxic air pollution by over 20%

From London in the United Kingdom to San Francisco in the United States and Beijing in China, 19 cities worldwide have reduced two major air pollutants by more than 20% since 2010. Measures such as cycle lanes, electric vehicles and limits on polluting traffic are driving cleaner air, with some cities cutting particulate pollution by up to 45%.

11.03.2026

UK Banknotes set to celebrate wildlife after public vote

After a nationwide consultation by the Bank of England, more than half of the participants chose nature as the future theme for UK banknotes. Plants and animals will replace historical figures on sterling notes, reflecting a strong public connection to local wildlife, and bringing everyday awareness of nature directly into people’s hands.

11.03.2026

Europe’s hairdressers could help tackle climate change

Researchers ran a UK-wide intervention in 25 sustainable salons, placing eco-tips on salon mirrors to prompt sustainable haircare conversations and found that 73% of clients were willing to change haircare routines, switch to eco-friendly products, and turn down their hot water at home.

11.03.2026

Augmented reality job coach expands work access

Researchers created an AR app that acts as a job coach for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, providing real-time guidance for complex tasks. Participants showed immediate, significant improvement, with all completing at least 90% of task steps correctly and independently.

11.03.2026

Sauna’s health benefits are being scientifically validated

According to large population studies conducted in Finland, using a sauna four to seven times per week can lead to a 40% to 60% lower risk of cardiovascular disease and death, while all sauna-goers benefit from improvements in blood pressure, cholesterol, arterial stiffness, and other markers of cardiometabolic health.

11.03.2026

10‑minute online programs effectively combat depression

A recent study indicates that a carefully crafted 10-minute online workout can help alleviate depression symptoms without requiring a therapist, medication, or significant lifestyle or environmental adjustments. Making small, practical changes can result in visible improvements in managing depression.

11.03.2026

Unique sea creatures and corals found off Caribbean islands

On the first expedition beyond the shallow waters surrounding the islands, using decades-old maps with serious errors and entire areas missing, scientists discovered a massive "blue hole" stretching to depths of 6,000m (19,700 ft), with untouched coral reefs and sea creatures that had never been seen before.

09.03.2026

Rare superbloom transforms Death Valley into a floral paradise

The perfect combination of gentle rain and warm sunshine has awakened a breathtaking display of wildflowers in California’s Death Valley. This rare superbloom, the most extensive in a decade, is painting the driest place on Earth with vibrant life. It is a stunning reminder of nature’s resilience and beauty.

09.03.2026

Hawaii pioneers sustainable packaging with new algae-based ink

After pioneering the use of 100% post-consumer recycled plastic in 2012, the beverage company Waiākea leads again with a new innovation: labels printed with algae-based ink. The Hawai'i-based company asserts it is the first in the world to adopt and commercialize labels using this algae-derived pigment, a development resulting from four years of dedicated research.

09.03.2026

PetPhone lets pets communicate with their owner

A technology company from Singapore has created a wearable device that uses artificial intelligence (AI), motion sensors and GPS to recognise certain movements made by a pet and turn them into alerts or calls to the owner via app on their smartphone, while owners can call the device to check on their pet, play music or send alerts.

09.03.2026

Daily acts of kindness improve health and strengthen society

Small gestures like friendly small talk with neighbors and simple thank yous to strangers significantly boost our physical well-being. Science shows that these brief positive interactions reduce stress and foster a sense of belonging within our communities. Choosing kindness creates a healthier world for everyone.

09.03.2026

People are swapping smartphones for ‘grandma hobbies’

A growing number of young people are turning to tactile, analog hobbies like needlepoint or knitting as a form of therapeutic stress management, a way to escape technology, and to do something with their hands instead of doomscrolling, reconnecting with creativity and exploration.

09.03.2026

Croatia is formally declared mine-free after 30 years

Croatia has officially been declared mine-free, having progressively reduced suspected mine zones each year for nearly three decades. Overall, approximately 107,000 landmines and around 470,000 pieces of unexploded ordnance have been identified and safely neutralized.

06.03.2026

Two lost species found in remote West Papua

A tiny possum with an extra-long finger on each hand is one of two species believed to have been extinct but recently rediscovered in what has been called an "exceptional" scientific breakthrough. The other is a ring-tailed glider, which is known for its tail capable of grasping branches. Both species were thought to have disappeared approximately 6,000 years ago.

06.03.2026

Weight-loss drug shows promise to treat addictions

Researchers discovered that patients taking new GLP-1 weight-loss medications experienced reduced cravings along with a lower susceptibility to addiction. For individuals with existing substance use disorders, the risk of overdose dropped by 39%, and deaths linked to addiction were cut in half. These effects, seen across different addictive substances, were unprecedented for some of them.

06.03.2026

Yale study finds aging can mean improvement for some

Aging in later life is commonly viewed as a slow decline in physical and mental abilities. However, a recent study reveals that almost half of adults aged 65 and older have seen improvements in either cognitive, physical, or both functions over time. Additionally, their outlook on aging plays a crucial role in their overall success.

06.03.2026

South Africa aiming to produce HIV prevention drug locally

South Africa collaborates with international partners to find a domestic producer for the long-acting HIV prevention drug lenacapavir, aiming to lower costs and increase access in lower- and middle-income countries. At present, the drug is primarily supplied via donor-supported programs.

06.03.2026

Compostable bicycle seat made of wood and mycelium

The Myco Seat by Dutch biodesign company Grown.bio is shaped on a wooden saddle base that is perforated in an elaborate pattern to let networks of mycelium grow and form the shape of the bicycle seat, and stabilizing the structure. The seat is one of the designs included in a "Grow it yourself" kit.