Despite increasing droughts, groundwater levels in Southern Europe are not dropping as drastically as expected; in some areas, they are even rising. Get all the details on today's "What's right with the world".
What's right: Brazil's Amazon deforestation down by nearly half
Deforestation in Brazil's Amazon rainforest slowed by nearly half compared to a year before. It's the largest reduction since 2016, when officials began using the current method of measurement. President Luiz Lula da Silva has pledged that deforestation must be zero by 2030.
What's right: breakthrough in creating cartilage
Researchers have developed a new material that can create new cartilage in damaged joints. Until now, this was not possible and as cartilage does not grow in adults, people with trauma or weak cartilage had to accept pain and/or sub-optimal solutions such as a joint reconstruction.
What's right: support for Ukrainian survivors of sexual war crimes
Alumni was established a year ago with the aim of offering men peer-to-peer mental health support, including regular face-to-face meetups, workshops, referrals and - soon - online services. Alumni is vital for men with the trauma of Russian-inflicted sexual violation to look forward and try to rebuild themselves and their future.
What's Right: Better working conditions at US Big Tech firms
In the U.S., workers and union negotiators have reached a historic agreement with Apple. An Apple store in Maryland will be the first unionised store in the country. Get all the details on today's "What's Right with the World".
What's Right: Germany facilitates changing legal gender
Germany has adopted a new Self-Determination Law that allows individuals to change their gender and name through a simplified process. Get all the details on today's "What's Right with the World".
What's Right: School hours adapting to students' rhythm
In Denmark, 20 schools have introduced later start times to improve student well-being and learning outcomes, following scientific recommendations. Get all the details on today's "What's Right with the world".
What's Right: 80% less plastic bags on UK beaches
The number of plastic bags found on beaches in the United Kingdom has dropped by 80% over the past decade due to the introduction of fees for single-use plastic bags. Get all the details on today's "What's Right with the world".
What's right: Drug cartel leader El Mayo arrested
The leader of arguably the world's largest drug cartel, based in Mexico, Sinaloa has been arrested in Texas. Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada was tricked into boarding a flight that he believed was going to inspect clandestine airfields in Mexico, but turned out to fly to Texas where he was apprehended by police.
What's right: Colombia has banned bullfighting
Colombian President Gustavo Petro has signed a bill this week that bans bullfights. The ban was only approved after months of heated debates in the parliament. The legislation will allow for a transition period of three years after which the ban will fully take effect and bullrings will be turned into cultural and sporting venues.
What's right: Germany to reinforce constitutional court
Germany's government has come up with a plan to reinforce the constitutional court against extremism. The plan should prevent the country's highest court from potential future constitutional changes by extremist politicians.
What's right: between 100 and 200 uncontacted tribes in the world.
Rare photos have been shared of uncontacted Amazon tribes. The photos show tribes people pointing sticks and arrows at the airplane.
What's Right: Tax reduces sugar consumption
In the United Kingdom, a study has found that sugar consumption from soft drinks among children reduced by half in the three years. Get all the details on today's "What's right with the world".
What's right: South Korea confirms state benefits for gay couples.
South Korea's top court has upheld a landmark ruling that a same-sex partner is eligible for spousal benefits from the state health insurance. The move is a huge win for the LGBTQ rights.
What's Right: AI to scam scammers
Researchers in Australia have developed an AI technology to scam phone scammers. The technology consists of a chatbot who tricks scammers into a lengthy conversation by telling jokes and making conversation. It uses conversational bots with diverse accents and personalities to engage scammers. Get all the details on today's "What's Right with the World".
What's Right: Hope for migraine patients
Scientists have found out how migraine is triggered. The findings could lead to new migraine medications, offering hope for patients unresponsive to existing therapies. Get all the details on today's "What's Right with the World".
What's Right: Namibia decriminalises homosexuality
A high court in Namibia has deemed a law that criminalises same-sex marriage unconstitutional. This is a landmark ruling for LGBTIQ rights in southern Africa. Get all the details on today's What's Right with the World".
What's Right: 25 million euros for social justice
A citizen’s council in Austria has decided how to distribute Marlene Engelhorn's 25 million euros. Get all the details on today's "What's Right with the World".
What's Right: Fighting social media addiction of children
The US-state of New York has passed a law to protect children from social media addiction. Why this is an important step but not all positive. Get all the details on today's "What's Right with the World".
What's right: Vatican City is going green
The pope has announced that he wants Vatican City to run on solar power. To achieve this, solar panels will be installed on a Vatican-owned property outside Rome. The power generated could supply all of Vatican City's energy needs.