Glasgow commits to being free of 'unnecessary' plastics by 2030
Glasgow has announced a new goal of completely eliminating all unnecessary plastics by the year 2030 and eliminate all single use plastics by 2022.
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Survey of 167 countries shows tolerance toward the LGBT community is rising globally
Data from the 2019 Legatum Prosperity Index shows that the LGBTQ+ community is experiencing increasing levels of tolerance in nearly all regions of the world over the last decade.
South Atlantic Humpback whales recovering from near-extinction
In the 1950s there was only around 450 humpback whales left off the region surrounding the coast of Brazil. A new study shows 25,000 in the same region today.
New āSesame Streetā show aims to help refugee children
Global Sesame Street has announced this week that a new show Ahlan Simsim (āWelcome Sesameā in Arabic) will debut in February of 2020.
Fukushima to be reborn as $2.7 billion renewables hub
Fukushima, Japan has been making plans to rebuild and transform into a hub of renewable energy.
First-ever Ebola vaccine approved by European regulators
On November 11 European regulators approved the first Ebola vaccine.
Apple commits $2.5 billion to address California housing crisis
The plan includes $1 billion to go towards affordable housing investment funds and programs to support first time home owners.
Microsoft Japan reports 4-day workweek dramatically increased productivity
Over the summer Microsoft in Japan tested out a 4-day work week. They reported that their employees were 40% more productive during the trail run of the 4-day work week program.
NCAA players will now be allowed to profit from their name, image, and likeness
Michael Drake, NCAA board chair, said on the new policies, "We must embrace change to provide the best possible experience for college athletesā¦"