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What's right: Australia cuts student loan debts
The Australian Government plans to cut students’ debts. The government invests $3 Billion. Get all the details on today's "What's right with the world".
JUDDU: a beacon of hope for education in Senegal!
Join us as we delve into JUDDU's mission to empower disadvantaged children, providing them with the tools they need to thrive in the 21st century. From literacy skills to vocational training, JUDDU ensures that every child has the chance to become a true actor in their own life story. Listen now to the interview with Aldo and be part of the journey towards a brighter future for all.
What's right: the world has passed the 30% renewables milestone.
According to a report by energy think tank Ember, for the first time, 30% of our energy comes from other sources than fossil fuels. Europe is well ahead of global average with 44% of our electricity coming from renewables.
Kehsia- AN INNOVATION APPROACH
KEHSIA operates with a civic and social purpose in mind, promoting the participation, inclusion, and full development of organizations and their staff. Their focus is on strengthening the potential for growth and employment, with a special emphasis on empowering women and young people. How to show females in future society is one of their main goals. You can check their website to find out more: https://www.kehsia.eu/
What's right: AI to help identify thousand of Holocaust victims.
Researchers in Israel have turned to Artificial Intelligence (AI) to comb through piles of records to try to identify hundreds of thousands of Jewish people killed in the Holocaust, whose names are missing from official memorials.
Eurosong, Balkansong (Balkan Express 156)
The 2024 Eurosong competition in Sweden features a number of Balkan countries. Which means this episode of Balkan Express was a bit special. In a good way. Raiven, Baby Lasagna and Teya Dora were namecheked and their Eurosong presented. Among others. Check it out!
What's right: China is offering more flexible jobs for women.
China's population has fallen for a second consecutive year last year and births touched a record low. To counter this, China has started to offer more flexible jobs for women after childbirth.
New Music Monday 06-05-24
Happy Monday! Or is it? Simone is away this week but he did make the time to make a carefully curated New Music Monday selection. It includes the heiress to the Pinket/Smith celebrity empire, a couple of Californian bands and an Aussie pop duo. And then some. It was a fun Breakfast show on Ara City Radio.
What's right: soon universal donor blood?
Researchers have discovered a method to transform blood types A and B into universal donor blood type 0. Get all the details on today's "What's right with the world".
What's right: US state Arizona repeals 1864 abortion ban
If the repeal is signed by the Governor, the abortions in Arizona will be governed by a 2022 law. This prohibits abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy, instead of fully banning abortions.
An award for Malagasy entrepreneurs
The Malagasy Women Empowerment Association aims to fight for the improvement of the conditions and representations of Malagasy women in society. The diaspora of Malagasy women who work in Luxembourg, sponsored by their employers, are content with their living conditions here. However, they lack sufficient guidance, which is why they work each year to promote their mission: empowering women from Madagascar, both locally and abroad, to face their challenges more effectively, especially in highly developed countries.
AFPL's Mission to Destigmatize Psychosis
The AFPL goals are clear: firstly, they aim to extend a helping hand to individuals grappling with psychosis and their families. Secondly, they're dedicated to spreading awareness about psychosis among members and the public, ensuring this vital information reaches far and wide. Moreover, the AFPL is determined to tackle taboos head-on, striving to destigmatize this often misunderstood condition. They're actively working to develop additional support structures for patients and their families.
In their efforts, the AFPL isn't going it alone. They're forging close partnerships with responsible entities both in Luxembourg and beyond, ensuring a collaborative approach to their cause.
What's right: a tinder-style app to engage young voters
As association of young professionals has come up with a solution to boost the participation of youths in EU elections. They have launched Palumba: a tinder-style app that allows voters to swipe for electoral mates.
Protesting nuclear reactor extension in Cattenom
Last Saturday, a crowd of protesters gathered in the town of Cattenom, close to the nuclear power plant. Anti-nuclear energy organisations from France, Germany and Luxembourg co-hosted the protest to oppose the planned extension of the Cattenom reactor lifespan. Get all the details on today's Local Matters.
Fed Horses (Balkan Express 155)
Fed Horses are, primarily, Urša and Jure Mihevc, whose on- and off-stage partnership is the driving force of the whole thing. Over the years, the band’s additional lineup stabilized around guitarist Andraž Mazi, bass player Matej Tekavčič and drummer Enos Kugler. Check them out on Balkan Express on Ara City Radio.
What's right: The Rolling Stones and their latest tour
The Stones are in a league of their own when it comes to 80-year olds enjoying an active live, with Mick Jagger running, dancing and skipping across the stage.
New Italian and Other Songs (Top of the EU Pops 29-04-24)
While Swifties and most of the music industry wait for Taylor to finally hit the top spots on European charts, Benson Boone shows no signs of tiring. And neither do Artemas. And between them they rule six different music charts. And will continue to do so for some time, probably.
What's right: 7 countries achieve 100% renewable energy supply
Seven countries generate 100% of their electricity from renewable sources. In Albania, Bhutan, Ethiopia, Iceland, Nepal, Paraguay and the Democratic Republic of Congo, all energy comes from geothermal, hydro, solar or wind sources. Luxembourg however is far off, ranking last in the European Union.
What's right: an enzyme to break down plastic?
The world might be on the brink of finding enzymes that can break down plastic. The enzymes were found in the mouths of waxworms.