Volcanoes are erupting in The Philippines, but on-fire Australia received some welcome rain. The Iran war cries have been called off and The Donald’s military powers are about to be hamstrung by the Senate. Meanwhile, his impeachment trial is starting, and we’re all on Twitter for a front-row seat.
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09/15/2021
‘Words matter’: the campaign to change the language of maternity care
A glossary of more ‘empowering’ phrases about motherhood is being made available to health professionals, to help them frame conversations around fertility, pregnancy and loss.
08/04/2021
‘Lifechanging’: the scheme that offers free train travel to people fleeing abuse
The UK’s Rail to Refuge programme has been used by more than 1,000 domestic abuse survivors, including children.
08/04/2021
‘Lifechanging’: the scheme that offers free train travel to people fleeing abuse
The UK’s Rail to Refuge programme has been used by more than 1,000 domestic abuse survivors, including children.
07/05/2021
Cows are being touted as the latest solution to plastic pollution
Researchers have discovered that bacteria living inside a cow’s gut can break down several types of plastic.
06/22/2021
Three Good Things: Smart Solutions to Space Junk
Tens of thousands of pieces of space junk are orbiting our planet—from defunct satellites to flakes of paint—putting working satellites at risk.
06/16/2021
The micro homes designed to tackle the UK housing crisis
Nine of the eco-friendly dwellings are being mooted for brownfield land in Bristol. Could the concept help other UK cities create much-needed affordable housing?
05/08/2021
Changing minds: 20 mental health leaders supporting the nation’s wellbeing
To mark Mental Health Awareness Week 2021, we celebrate 20 people who, in diverse ways, are making a difference to the wellbeing of millions. Discover their projects, and see which may be helpful to you
04/13/2021
Reindeer viaducts: the latest wildlife bridges that connect fractured habitats
The ‘renoducts’ will help reindeer and their Sami herders move around the country. Similar projects are being ramped up globally
04/05/2021
‘This isn’t just luck’: why fewer people are dying as a result of natural disasters
Rewilding projects and tech fixes are reducing death rates from natural disasters, despite weather extremes becoming more common
03/18/2021
Work less, live more: 10 arguments for a shorter working week
As Spain flirts with a four-day week, we look at the benefits of working less, from strengthening families to improving gender equality
03/16/2021
The holy grail of aviation: net-zero flights ‘on the horizon’, say scientists
US researchers have developed a technique for turning food waste into jet fuel, bringing the prospect of net-zero flights a step closer
03/02/2021