The donor heart came from a 48-year old man in the French West Indies and was flown across the Atlantic ocean in the care of the surgeon who performed the heart transplant in Paris.
Guess Who's Back... (Top of the EU Pops 15-04-24)
This week on Ara City Radio we have sixteen new tracks topping nineteen separate European charts. And we bring them all together here, on Top of the EU Pops.
What's right: Getting rid of anger is easy, study shows
It is easy to get rid of anger, a new study from Japan shows. The researchers found that you just need to write your angry thoughts on a piece of paper, and shred it or throw it away. Get all the details on today's "What's right with the world".
Human rights at stake in the EU's answer to irregular migration
On Wednesday, the European Parliament approved the EU's migration and asylum pact which had been discussed for almost a decade. The pact has been largely criticised. In our interview, Marion Dubois, director of the human rights association Passerell Asbl, comments on this new legislation.
What's right: Saved from starving on a lonely island
The three men were saved after nine days after they had spelled out the word HELP with the use of palm tree leaves.
What's right: Fair play at the EU election campaigning
The code of conduct is deemed necessary because in previous elections there were hidden manipulations that called the fairness of the elections into question. Plus, with recent scandals, such as Qatargate and Russiagate, the European Parliament cannot afford more problems that undermine people's confidence in the elections.
Where Italy and Luxembourg meet to talk gender equality
Getting young people to reflect about gender stereotypes, equality and the illustration of women in public space: With the project “You are”, the Asbl Kehsia wants to empower young people. The call for participants is currently open. On the Breakfast show, Silvia Anastasia and Chiara Crosio came to the studio to talk about this upcoming project.
What's right: Climate protection is a human right, ECHR rules
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.