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A growing number of countries are curbing or banning the sale of consumer fireworks, in a move aimed at reducing injurie...
12/12/2025

A growing number of countries are curbing or banning the sale of consumer fireworks, in a move aimed at reducing injuries, environmental harm, and noise pollution. Among them: the Netherlands recently passed a legislation to ban private New Year’s Eve fireworks, a decision backed by a clear majority of their parliament.

Starting in 2026, the Netherlands will make history with a groundbreaking decision to officially ban the sale and use of fireworks!

Supporters say the ban responds to real risks: every year, fireworks injure thousands (especially children) and cause fires, trauma, and stress for pets and wildlife. By shifting celebrations toward public, professionally organized spectacles, the new rules prioritize safety and community well‑being — while still keeping the sparkle of fireworks alive for everyone to enjoy.

Source: Anima Naturalis

In a landmark environmental decision announced November 13, 2025, Colombian Amazon has been officially declared off‑limi...
04/12/2025

In a landmark environmental decision announced November 13, 2025, Colombian Amazon has been officially declared off‑limits for all new oil and large‑scale mining projects. The policy, unveiled by acting Environment Minister Irene Vélez Torres at the COP30 climate summit in Brazil, protects a vast area — roughly 42% of Colombia’s territory — from future fossil‑fuel and extractive development.  

The announcement makes good on the promise to transform the region into a “reserve for renewable natural resources.” As Minister Vélez put it: “This declaration is an ethical and scientific commitment — to prevent forest degradation, river contamination and biodiversity loss that threatens the continent’s climate balance.”

Source: Mongabay

Good news for dogs in Germany! In several regions across the country, first-time dog owners are now required to pass bot...
01/12/2025

Good news for dogs in Germany! In several regions across the country, first-time dog owners are now required to pass both a written and practical test to prove they understand how to properly care for their new four-legged friends.

The goal is to prevent neglect and promote safer, more loving environments for dogs. The written test covers everything from dog behavior and safety to health and legal responsibilities. After that, a practical exam makes sure the new owner can confidently handle a dog in everyday situations like walking on a leash or interacting with strangers.

Many believe these exams create more responsible pet owners and reduce the number of abandoned or mistreated dogs. It’s also a way to raise awareness about what dogs truly need to be happy and healthy—because adopting a pet should never be taken lightly.

Animal welfare advocates hope this approach inspires similar policies around the world. After all, when dog owners are well prepared, dogs get to live their best lives: loved, safe, and wagging with joy.

Source: Simple Germany

The UK government is introducing a law to ban the resale of event tickets for more than their original price, targeting ...
24/11/2025

The UK government is introducing a law to ban the resale of event tickets for more than their original price, targeting profiteers and bots that inflate costs for fans. Ticketing platforms like Viagogo and StubHub will need to enforce the rule and limit service fees.

The move comes after public backlash over inflated resale prices and aims to make events more accessible. A few exceptions, like Wimbledon’s debenture tickets, will remain. Violators could face major fines if they breach the new rules.

Source: The Guardian

The Green Sea Turtle (Chelonia mydas) has been reclassified from “Endangered” to “Least Concern” on the International Un...
20/11/2025

The Green Sea Turtle (Chelonia mydas) has been reclassified from “Endangered” to “Least Concern” on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List, marking a major conservation milestone.

The decision, based on an assessment conducted in December 2024, follows a global population increase of approximately 28 % since the 1970s—thanks to decades of coordinated efforts including nest‑site protection, sustainable fishing reforms, and community‑driven anti‑poaching programs.  

Despite this encouraging progress, conservation scientists caution that the species is not entirely out of danger. Some regional populations continue to face severe threats—such as bycatch in fishing equipment, habitat loss from coastal development, and rising sea‑temperatures affecting nesting success. The IUCN emphasizes that maintaining healthy ocean ecosystems and continued protective measures are critical to ensuring long‑term recovery.

Source: earth.com

A large-scale international study published in Nature Aging has found that individuals who speak more than one language ...
17/11/2025

A large-scale international study published in Nature Aging has found that individuals who speak more than one language are significantly less likely to experience signs of accelerated biological aging.

Analyzing data from over 86,000 adults aged 51–90 across 27 European countries, researchers discovered that multilingual individuals were about half as likely to show “older‑than‑expected” biological profiles compared to monolinguals.  

The protective effect was dose‑dependent—the more additional languages spoken, the greater the anti‑aging benefit. Scientists believe this may be due to the cognitive demands of managing multiple language systems, which strengthens neural networks involved in attention, memory, and executive control.

These benefits appear to carry over into physical health, likely through improved emotional regulation and enriched social engagement.

In a landmark move to combat food waste and hunger, France became the first country in the world to legally require supe...
13/11/2025

In a landmark move to combat food waste and hunger, France became the first country in the world to legally require supermarkets to donate unsold, edible food to food banks and charities. The 2016 legislation bans large supermarkets from destroying or discarding food that is still safe to eat and compels them to form agreements with donation organizations.

This policy has had a profound social impact. By redirecting millions of meals that would have otherwise gone to waste, the law has significantly supported food banks and helped provide essential nutrition to vulnerable populations. It also serves as a global model for combining environmental responsibility with social welfare, inspiring similar initiatives in countries like Italy and Canada.

Spain has introduced landmark legal reforms that redefine companion animals as legitimate members of the family, rather ...
10/11/2025

Spain has introduced landmark legal reforms that redefine companion animals as legitimate members of the family, rather than mere property.

Pets are recognized as sentient beings in Spain’s civil code, meaning their welfare must be considered in legal matters such as divorce proceedings or inheritance.

The law grants courts the power to award joint custody of pets, distribute care costs between ex‑partners, and bar mistreatment of animals as a factor in limiting parental rights.

Owners must now treat animals according to their species’ ethological needs—covering registration, micro‑chipping, and responsible care.

Source: Pride Bites

China has introduced strict new regulations requiring social media influencers to hold relevant professional qualificati...
07/11/2025

China has introduced strict new regulations requiring social media influencers to hold relevant professional qualifications if they want to publish content on sensitive topics such as medicine, law, education, or finance.

Platforms such as Douyin, Bilibili and Weibo are now mandated to verify creators’ credentials, include clear disclosures when content is driven by artificial intelligence or outsourced scripts, and impose penalties such as account suspensions and fines for non‑compliance.

While the stated goal is to combat misinformation and improve the reliability of expert commentary online, critics argue the move risks chilling free expression and narrowing public discourse.

Source: The Tab

A growing body of research shows that watching horror movies in a controlled setting can reduce anxiety and strengthen e...
03/11/2025

A growing body of research shows that watching horror movies in a controlled setting can reduce anxiety and strengthen emotional resilience. Viewers who choose to immerse themselves in fear‑inducing media do so knowing it’s fiction, this voluntary engagement allows them to experience the physiological activation of fear (e.g., elevated heart rate, adrenaline) and then self‑regulate as the threat resolves.

In effect, horror movies may serve as a safe, voluntary form of exposure therapy: you control when it starts and when it ends, which can help reframe your relationship to fear and uncertainty.

Researchers suggest that horror films give us a structured “worst‑case scenario” in a safe environment, allowing us to practice coping with fear. Once the tension ends, the release of dopamine and endorphins can boost mood and reinforce the sense that “I survived that.”

This cycle builds emotional stamina. However, experts caution that the benefits depend on the viewer’s comfort with horror: for those already sensitive to fright, it may backfire. In short, if you enjoy the thrill of scary movies, they might be more than entertainment—they could be a tool for mastering fear.

Source: BBC

A recent study from Japan found that the simple act of writing down feelings of anger and then shredding them can lead t...
30/10/2025

A recent study from Japan found that the simple act of writing down feelings of anger and then shredding them can lead to meaningful emotional relief. Participants who engaged in this exercise reported lower levels of anger and distress afterward, suggesting that such a ritual can help process emotions by providing a physical outlet for release and a symbolic gesture of letting go.

The process appears effective because it combines self‑reflection (writing the feelings out), catharsis (physically destroying the note), and detachment (seeing the note transformed). While not a substitute for long‑term emotional support or therapy, the technique offers an accessible tool for managing acute frustration or anger—making the phrase “write it out and let it go” a little more literally powerful.

Source: Stuff

In a remarkable turnaround for conservation in Uganda, the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary has grown its rhino population to nearly...
28/10/2025

In a remarkable turnaround for conservation in Uganda, the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary has grown its rhino population to nearly 50 individuals, an extraordinary achievement for a country where rhinos had previously been declared extinct in the wild. Beginning with just six animals in 2005, the privately‑run sanctuary in Nakasongola District has steadily expanded, offering the southern white rhino a secure habitat and breathing new life into Uganda’s effort to restore this iconic species.

The success at Ziwa underscores the power of targeted protection, vigilant anti‑poaching measures, and habitat management. With rhinos living in their natural grazing areas under constant guard, the project provides a hopeful example of how even species wiped out from a country can be brought back from the edge with sustained commitment. The progress not only strengthens the rhino’s prospects in Uganda but also contributes to global conservation momentum.

Source: CNN

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