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Mozambique has created the 9,341-hectare Mount Mabu Community Conservation Area in the north, formally protecting a forest known for endemic wildlife and more than 200 butterfly taxa. Local communities that have kept it standing will lead stewardship; a management plan will outline detailed rules.

Mozambique grants formal protection to Mount Mabu forest

Mozambique grants formal protection to Mount Mabu forest

13.09.2026

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13.04.2026

First-ever papal visit to Algeria opens a new chapter in dialogue

Pope Leo XIV began the first papal visit ever to Algeria this week, opening his Africa tour with meetings in Algiers and Annaba. The two-day visit highlights Christian-Muslim dialogue, shared history, and Algeria’s role as the birthplace of St Augustine, linking faith, memory and modern cooperation.

13.04.2026

California backs new housing with 145.4 Million USD as homelessness drops

The latest funding follows California’s first drop in unsheltered homelessness in 15 years and will support rapid rehousing, rental help, youth services, shelter upgrades and long-term housing across various counties. More than 100,000 people have already been helped into permanent housing through the wider program, with stricter accountability measures now tied to results.

13.04.2026

Reversible, nonhormonal male birth control moves a step closer

Scientists at Cornell University have shown that sperm production can be safely switched off and later restored using a nonhormonal compound. After three weeks of treatment, sperm stopped completely. Within six weeks of stopping, fertility returned, and healthy offspring were born, marking a major step toward male contraception.

13.04.2026

Blue-and-yellow macaws return to Rio after two centuries

After 200 years, blue-and-yellow macaws are flying again over Rio de Janeiro’s Tijuca National Park. Four rescued birds have already been released as part of Brazil’s wider rewilding effort, restoring seed dispersal and ecological balance in one of the world’s largest urban forests.

13.04.2026

Mexico moves to unify public healthcare for 120 million people

Mexico is launching a new Universal Health Service that will gradually allow people to access treatment across the country’s public health systems, regardless of employment or insurance status. The reform aims to connect hospitals, digital records, and telehealth tools so care depends less on paperwork and more on need, beginning today with older adults, and expanding in phases from 2027.

13.04.2026

Greece launches digital map to protect marine life

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13.04.2026

Bioluminescent plants offer a natural glow for future cities

Scientists in China have successfully engineered over twenty plant species, including sunflowers and orchids, to emit a natural light. By integrating genes from fireflies and fungi, these bioluminescent wonders provide a sustainable alternative for urban lighting and design. This breakthrough creates a magical, electricity-free way to brighten our world.

13.04.2026

Dutch court bans nonconsensual AI images

A landmark ruling by the Amsterdam District Court has ordered xAI’s Grok to stop generating nonconsensual sexualized imagery of Dutch residents. This first-of-its-kind European injunction also strictly bans any content involving minors, marking a significant victory for digital safety and the protection of human dignity.

13.04.2026

Britain just broke solar energy records twice in one week

Britain’s sunny spring shattered solar energy records on two consecutive days in one week, reaching 14.1GW on Monday and hitting a new high of 14.4GW on Tuesday. Amidst this surge, the government approved the UK’s largest solar farm in Lincolnshire to provide stable, low-carbon energy.

08.04.2026

Mexican communities use hair to clean oil from Veracruz beaches

Citizens in Veracruz are transforming donated hair into innovative nets to effectively absorb oil from the sea. This community-driven solution claims that one kilogram of hair can remove eight liters of crude oil, creating natural barriers that protect the coastline along the Gulf of Mexico while effectively supplementing conventional cleanup efforts.

08.04.2026

Nepal makes history with first transgender member of parliament

Nepal celebrates a landmark achievement as Bhumika Shrestha becomes the nation’s first transgender lawmaker. Appointed as a representative for the Rastriya Swatantra Party, her historic entry into parliament honors the country’s long-standing legal recognition of the third gender and advances inclusive leadership.

08.04.2026

Brothers in Nigeria engineer bionic limbs tailored for Africa

Nigerian brothers are crafting the Ubokobong Bionic Arm to provide affordable, locally made prosthetics across the continent. These innovative limbs match local skin tones and use accessible parts for easy repairs, ensuring millions of people gain mobility through technology designed specifically for them.

08.04.2026

Old battery acid and plastic waste create clean hydrogen

Scientists have developed a process using discarded car battery acid and solar reactors to break down PET bottles and polyurethane foam into clean hydrogen. This chemical process transforms plastic waste and toxic acid into high-value organic chemicals for industries, providing a functional way to recycle complex materials while generating carbon-free fuel.

08.04.2026

Washoe Tribe restores ancestral stewardship over Sierra Nevada land

The Washoe Tribe has successfully reclaimed leadership over 10,000 acres of its ancestral territory in the Sierra Nevada in a historic landback purchase. Now named the Wélmeltiɂ Preserve, this vast area northeast of Lake Tahoe is the third-largest land acquisition by a tribe in California.

08.04.2026

Brazil’s largest hospital complex removes shark meat from menus

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05.04.2026

New amazonian palm species identified through global cooperation

Indigenous knowledge and scientific research have united in the Amazon to identify a stunning new palm species, Bactris kalshovenii. This collaborative discovery highlights how traditional wisdom protects biodiversity, ensuring that unique forest treasures are documented and preserved for future generations worldwide.

05.04.2026

Blood test predicts dementia by testing your gut health

Scientists at the University of East Anglia have discovered that a simple blood test can identify cognitive decline years before symptoms appear. By detecting specific chemicals produced by gut bacteria, this diagnostic tool highlights the vital gut-brain connection, enabling early intervention and personalized care.

05.04.2026

Medical breakthrough: full map of clitoral nerves unlocked

Researchers have created the first complete map of the human clitoral nerve network. This achievement directly improves surgical precision during pelvic procedures, ensuring the preservation of physical sensation and enhancing the long-term quality of life for women worldwide.