Researchers analyzed data from over 45,000 shoreline cleanups across the U.S. and found that bans and fees on plastic bags are working. Get all the details on today’s What’s Right!
What’s Right: Independent Experts Rally to Safeguard Vaccine Policy
In response to recent shakeups at the CDC, major medical organizations and independent experts are stepping up to create a new, unbiased vaccine advisory panel. Get all the details on today’s What’s Right!
What’s Right: Ireland’s Last Coal Plant Bows Out—But a Green Future Rises
Moneypoint—the country’s last remaining coal-fired power station—finally shut off its coal burners, marking a historic milestone in Ireland’s fight against climate change. Get all the details on today’s What’s Right!
What’s Right: Up to 6 Million Americans Unite in “No Kings” Protests
4 to 6 million people participated in “No Kings” protests across over 2,000 U.S. cities on June 14, 2025. Get all the details on today’s What’s Right!
What's Right: HIV infection soon prevented for 25$ ?
An innovative, long-acting injection could prevent HIV infection with just two doses a year — a significant breakthrough in prevention technology. Get all the details on today’s What’s Right!
What’s Right: Record-Breaking Support for LGBTQ+ Rights
Lambda Legal, a nonprofit that’s been fighting for LGBTQ+ and HIV+ civil rights since 1973, just raised an astonishing $285 million in its first-ever major fundraising campaign. Get all the details on today’s What’s Right!
What’s Right: Giving Voice Back to the Voiceless
Researchers at UC Davis have helped a man with ALS speak again—this time using only his brain. Get all the details on today’s What’s Right!
What’s Right: India’s Huge Leap out of Extreme Poverty
India has reduced its extreme poverty rate from 27.1% in 2011–12 to just 5.3% in 2022–23. Get all the details on today’s What’s Right!
What’s Right: Japan’s Ocean-Safe Plastic Breakthrough
Japanese scientists have developed a revolutionary plastic that fully dissolves in seawater — in just a few hours. Get all the details on today’s What’s Right!
The Ohio House of Representatives has unanimously passed House Bill 29, mandating that all correctional facilities in the state provide free feminine hygiene products to inmates. Get all the details on today’s What’s Right!
What’s Right: Uganda’s Clay Floors Transform Homes and Health
In Uganda, a simple yet transformative solution is improving lives: replacing dirt floors with affordable, sustainable clay-based alternative. Get all the details on today’s What’s Right!
What’s Right: UK Bans Disposable Vapes to Protect Kids and the Planet
The UK has officially banned the sale of disposable vapes as of June 1st, 2025. Get all the details on today’s What’s Right!
What’s Right: France Prioritizes Children's Health with New Smoking Ban
France is taking a significant step to protect public health, especially for its younger citizens. Starting July 1, 2025, smoking will be banned in all outdoor areas frequented by children. Get all the details on today’s What’s Right!
What’s Right: Ingenious Dutch Plan to Refreeze the Arctic
Dutch scientists and engineers are turning to age-old ice rink techniques to address one of our planet's most pressing challenges: the melting Arctic sea ice. Get all the details on today’s What’s Right!
What’s Right: UK Zoos Embrace Landmark Animal Welfare Reforms
Zoos across the UK are set to roll out major animal welfare reforms aimed at giving their residents a better quality of life. Get all the details on today’s What’s Right!
What’s Right: Klarna Walks Back AI Replacements
After replacing approximately 700 employees with artificial intelligence systems in 2022, Klarna is now reversing course and rehiring human workers. Get all the details on today’s What’s Right!
What’s Right: Historic First in Organ Transplantation
In a ground-breaking medical achievement, surgeons in California have successfully performed the world's first human bladder transplant. Get all the details on today’s What’s Right!
What's Right: Cannabis Tax Fuels Hope in Albuquerque
In Albuquerque, New Mexico, the city is rolling out a ground-breaking guaranteed basic income program funded entirely by cannabis tax revenue. Get all the details on today’s What’s Right!
What’s Right: Pakistan Takes a Stand Against Child Marriage
In a landmark decision, Pakistan's Senate has passed a bill banning child marriage in the Islamabad Capital Territory. Get all the details on today’s What’s Right!
What’s Right: Portugal’s Renewable Energy Milestone
Renewable energy sources supplied 90% of Portugal total electricity consumption since the start of the year. Get all the details on today's What's Right