The more than 2000 Swiss women, called KlimaSeniorinnen, won a climate case in the European Court of Human Rights. The court ruled that Switzerland has failed to comply with its duties under the convention concerning climate change and violated the right to respect for private and family life.
What's right: Why whales become legal persons
Courts across the globe have started granting personhood to animals, rivers and forests - so that their rights can be protected in court. Get all the details on today's "What's right with the world".
What's right: Life expectancy increased by 6 years
Life expectancy has increased by six years since 1991, a study of the University of Washington finds. Get all the details on today's "What's right with the world".
What's right: Thailand allows same-sex marriage
Thailand is the first Southeast Asian country to allow same-sex marriage. Get all the details on today's "What's right with the world".
Nurturing Sustainability: The Environmental Consulting Luxembourg asbl (EBL)
In the heart of Luxembourg, where modernity and tradition intertwine, lies a beacon of environmental stewardship: the Environmental Consulting Luxembourg asbl (EBL). Established in 1992, EBL stands as a testament to the nation's commitment to sustainable development and environmental harmony. With an illustrious history spanning over two decades, EBL has evolved into a cornerstone of environmental consultation for municipalities, associations, public and private institutions, and companies across Luxembourg. Listen to the interview to find out how you can make your environment better.
What's right: Speed limitation saves lifes
In Lyon, the number of road accidents dropped by one third since the introduction of the 30km/h speed limit. Get all the details on today's "What's right with the world".
What's right: Air pollution has decreased
Air pollution in Europe has decreased over the past 20 years, a study finds. Get all the details in today's episode of "What's right with the world".
Diversity, Belonging and authenticity
We Belong Europe aims to foster inclusivity in society by promoting discussions led by minorities. They hope to encourage leaders in re-thinking and re-shaping solutions regarding Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEIB) issues.
A stroll at the new Kuebebierg neighbourhood
On Local Matters, we have a visit to the north-eastern end of the city of Luxembourg, to the neighborhood of Kuebebierg. So far, it is only green fields and a few trees. Once finished, the Kuebebierg neighborhood will house 3000 families.
Visit FSL's Living Library
On 27 March, the FSL association invites visitors to their living library - an event where people get to learn personal stories and ask questions. In our interview on the breakfast show, Haythem Badawy explains all about the event.
Deca Loših Muzičara (Balkan Express 153)
If you thought nepo-babies are a recent invention then you haven’t heard about Deca Loših Muzičara, a tongue-in-cheek Serbian funk-rock band. They’ve been around since late ‘80s (more or less) and their tunes are still fun.
What's right: More countries abolish death penalty
More and more countries abolish the death penalty. Zimbabwe was the latest to join this trend. Get all the details on today's "What's right with the world".
And Then There Were Eight (Top of the EU Pops 25-03-24)
Get the latest movements and the freshest of tracks from all across the EU. Be it Marina Satti, Niet, Benson Boonem, Top of the EU Pops on Ara City Radio, brings you the latest - if not necessarily the greatest - in European music choices.
Cosmos (Not Enough)
Actress, vocalist, improviser and polyglot poet - Sascha Ley - joined Simon on the Breakfast Show to talk about all-things art and her interdisciplinary performance piece called Cosmos (Not Enough).
What's right: 25 million euros for Austria's democracy
In Austria, a citizens' council has started drafting a plan on how to spend the 25 millions of heiress Marlene Engelhorn. Get all the details on today's "What's Right with the World".
New Music Monday - 25/03/2024
New music ahoy!! Another Monday can only mean one thing… A fresh dollop of Simon's awesome audio selections, wrenched from the new music released within the last week.
Sportslight: Your weekly sports news with Marco
Every Friday morning, Marco updates you on what's new in the universe of sports. He presents you the most important local and global sports events of the past and the upcoming week.
Time for poetry
It is World Poetry Day, and Luxembourg is approaching the largest poetry slam event of the year. This weekend, the Géisskan collective hosts the 14th Slam De Lux at Rotondes and at Prabbeli Wiltz. Ara City Radio's journalist Franziska is part of this collective. She joined Simon on the breakfast show this morning to speak about the event, the collective, and most important, how you can join.
Spread the word about the European Elections
The European Elections are approaching, and all non-Luxembourgish residents have three more weeks to register as voters. To spread the message about the election, Ludo Segers participates at the multiplier program by Cefis. In our interview, he explains why he has committed to this mission.
What's right: scientists have discovered a possible fountain of youth
Our body's own immune cells, known as T-cells, can be reprogrammed to combat ageing by targeting senescent cells - cells that stop to replicate as we age, accumulate in our bodies and contribute to harmful inflammation.