Local Women Produce Alternative Charcoal to Minimize Deforestation in Uganda
To help halt deforestation in Uganda, local women began making alternative charcoal briquettes out of food scraps. ... Read more
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The Ever-Declining Fertility Rate in South Korea
The fertility rate in South Korea hit a record low of 0.72 child per woman. How did this happen and what does this mean for the country?... Read more
Increasing Struggle for Human Rights in Venezuela
Amid the increasing struggle for human rights in Venezuela, the government shut down the UN Human Rights Office in the country.... Read more
Poaching of African Rhinos Increases in South Africa
The government noted that 499 African rhinos were poached across South Africa, 51 more than the previous year.
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Australia Introduces the Right to Disconnect for All Workers
In February 2024, Australia introduced the Right to Disconnect in its Fair Work Act update to prevent workers’ exploitation through connectivity.... Read more
Urgency to Limit Global Temperature Rise as 2023 Became the Hottest Year
As the year 2023 recently set the record as the warmest year, countries must ramp up their commitments and actions to limit global temperature rise.... Read more
Supporting Kiribati’s Climate Resilience
Kiribati's imminent risk of disappearing due to rising sea levels underscores the urgency for global support to help enhance its climate resilience.... Read more
Toward Environmentally Sustainable Refugee Camps with the CAMP+ Initiative
Providing refugee camps with adequate facilities and minimal environmental impact is important. The CAMP+ initiative aims to address this.... Read more
Waste Upcycling: Ocean Sole Turns Discarded Flip-Flops into Artwork
Turning used flip-flops into sculptures is an eye-catching way to reduce trash and contribute to the local economy by giving local craftspeople a livelihood.... Read more
‘Hooked on Peace’ Engages Youth and Storytelling to Promote Indigenous Languages and Cultures
The ‘Hooked on Peace’ project explores how youth can help promote Indigenous languages and cultures through storytelling.... Read more