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Michigan’s Lake Muskegon flourishing after years of pollution cleanup

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A massive $84 million cleanup has led to the full ecological recovery of Lake Muskegon in Michigan. The lake was formally removed from the federal Areas of Concern list after decades of effort. This success restores the lake’s water quality and wildlife habitat, eliminating industrial contamination like sawdust and toxic sediment. The achievement is a powerful blueprint for environmental healing, proving that sustained public investment can fully revitalize damaged natural resources.

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Solar imports in Africa up 60% since 2024

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A powerful solar energy revolution is now confirmed across Africa, driven by a surge of over 60% in panel imports from China. This “solar take-off” provides a crucial pathway to achieving universal energy access by bypassing outdated infrastructure. The decentralized growth is fueling economic development and local entrepreneurship. By expanding its clean energy supply, the continent is ensuring its future growth is sustainable and resilient against global fossil fuel volatility.

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Sweden to implement nationwide mobile phone ban in schools

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Sweden has implemented a decisive, nationwide ban on mobile phones in schools to enhance student focus and academic performance. This new policy is a strong commitment to creating a distraction-free learning environment. Preliminary data suggests the ban will boost student test scores and significantly improve social skills by encouraging face-to-face interaction. This comprehensive approach serves as a modern blueprint for other nations seeking to protect educational integrity and student mental health.

Jaguar

Mexico’s jaguar numbers up 30% since 2020 in conservation drive

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Mexico is celebrating a major conservation success with a recent surge in its jaguar population, which increased by approximately 30% since 2010, according to the national census. This achievement is the result of strong national investment and strategic protection of habitat corridors. By reducing human-wildlife conflict through compensation schemes, organizations like the World Wildlife Fund and the Wildlife Conservation Society secured the future of this umbrella species.

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Scientists reverse Alzheimer’s in mice under breakthrough treatment

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A breakthrough in neurological science is offering major hope against Alzheimer’s disease. An international research team successfully used a single-injection nanotherapy to reverse symptoms in mice. This treatment rapidly clears up to 50% of toxic amyloid proteins by rebooting the brain’s own natural clearance systems. This innovation, developed by the Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia and West China Hospital of Sichuan University, shifts the focus from managing decline to restoring function, accelerating research toward a cure for this devastating disease.

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Renewables overtake coal as world’s largest source of electricity

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Global renewable energy generation is set to surpass coal power for the first time in history, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). New global capacity additions are expected to exceed 750 gigawatts (GW) in 2025, driven overwhelmingly by solar and wind power. This record-breaking growth confirms that clean energy is now the most affordable and dominant source of new power worldwide, establishing a firm trajectory for global decarbonization.

Dubois Collection skull

The Netherlands is returning a fossil collection taken from Indonesia in the colonial era

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An important step in cultural justice has been achieved as the Netherlands formally returned thousands of historical and scientific artifacts to Indonesia.
The objects, known as the Dubois Collection, include ancient Javanese treasures, significant natural history fossils, and complete institutional collections. Notably, the return includes materials related to the famous “Java Man” hominid fossil. This transfer empowers Indonesian scholars and citizens with full access to their national history and vital scientific data, serving as an important model for international cooperation and cultural self-determination globally.

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Uber and Lyft drivers in California win the right to unionize

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In a landmark moment for the gig economy, Governor Newsom signed a bill granting California’s ride-share and delivery drivers the right to organize and collectively negotiate. This historic law, a national first, empowers hundreds of thousands of workers to demand better wages and working conditions. The move creates a new model of sectoral bargaining, protecting labor rights within the digital economy while preserving the flexibility that platforms rely on.

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Global EV sales up 27% in 2025 despite political headwinds

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Global EV sales have soared by 27% in 2025, demonstrating that the move to climate-friendly electric vehicles is an unstoppable market-driven transition.
This phenomenal growth continued despite significant anti-electrification policies and political headwinds coming from the U.S. market.
The surge is delivering significant benefits, eliminating harmful tailpipe emissions to improve public health and protect planetary systems, fueled by rapidly falling battery costs and strong global demand.

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Cholera vaccination campaign launched in Darfur to protect over 1.8 million people

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A vital cholera vaccination campaign has been launched in Darfur, Sudan, aiming to protect over 1.86 million people. This urgent intervention is a major victory for global health, achieved despite the ongoing conflict and insecurity in the region. Humanitarian teams, led by the WHO and UNICEF, overcame immense logistical challenges to deliver millions of vaccine doses. This proactive measure is crucial for halting the spread of the country’s longest-recorded cholera outbreak and safeguarding the lives of highly vulnerable populations, especially young children.