📈 Human Progress
In the last decades humanity has made great progress with less extreme poverty, increased health, wealth and democracy. We follow in the tradition of professor Hans Rosling.
🦒 Giraffe population numbers are growing
According to the latest research, population numbers have been increasing for all species of giraffes during recent years. Even though the numbers are still small, conservationists are optimistic about the future of the species.
🤸♀️ No deterioration in young people's mental health during the pandemic
For many young people, the pandemic did not mean any deterioration in their mental health, but instead provided a welcome break from an otherwise hectic life.
🐸 UK charity brings Ghost Ponds back to life
The UK charity, The Norfolk Wildlife Trust, diggs up ice-age era ponds on two rural sites. Their goal is to restore the original seed banks buried together with the old ponds when they were covered for agriculture.
🦋 Strong recovery for the monarch butterfly in California
The number of monarch butterflies increased dramatically in 2021, but researchers are uncertain of the cause.
👧 Philippines bans child marriage
Twelve years imprisonment awaits anyone who marries a child under the age of 18 in the Philippines.
💡 Optimist's Edge: Is your neighbor thriving? Good for you!
Is social progress stalling? Many of us believe so. Yet, quality of life has clearly improved all over the world. This is great news for everyone.
🐢 Conservationists release thousands of baby turtles into the wild
In December last year, conservationists released thousands of baby turtles into the Amazon river in an attempt to preserve and save the endangered species.
🐝 Solar parks could be used to boost pollinator numbers
A new study shows that if solar parks are managed properly, they can help provide habitats for wildlife and bumblebees to flourish.
🌳 A tree for every household in Wales
In Wales, every household gets a free tree to plant in order to help tackle climate change. Approximately 1.3 million new trees will be planted at the end of the project.