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In Kerala, India, lifelike mechanical elephants are being donated to Hindu temples so that ancient ceremonial traditions can continue without animal suffering — and over 26 temples have already made the switch.
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Finland's longest bridge is dedicated entirely to pedestrians, cyclists, and trams — no cars allowed. Over 50,000 people crossed the stunning 1,191-metre Kruunuvuori Bridge on its opening weekend.
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In a landmark public health achievement, Chile has been officially verified by the World Health Organization as having eliminated leprosy — the first country in the Americas and only the second globally to reach this historic milestone.
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In Kerala, India, lifelike mechanical elephants are being donated to Hindu temples so that ancient ceremonial traditions can continue without ani…
May 5, 2026 · world · technologyFinland's longest bridge is dedicated entirely to pedestrians, cyclists, and trams — no cars allowed. Over 50,000 people crossed the stunning 1,1…
May 5, 2026 · world · environmentIn a landmark public health achievement, Chile has been officially verified by the World Health Organization as having eliminated leprosy — the f…
April 14, 2026 · world · healthCroatia officially declared itself mine-free in early 2026 after a three-decade demining effort costing €1.2 billion and removing approximately 1…
March 21, 2026 · Croatia · landminesIndia's highest court has ruled that menstrual hygiene is a fundamental right, requiring all schools to provide free period products to girls wit…
February 28, 2026World Water Day 2026's theme is 'Water and Gender: Where water flows, equality grows.' New research across 44 water projects shows communities wi…
March 22, 2026 · World Water Day · water
WHO certified The Bahamas on April 22, 2026 for eliminating mother-to-child transmission of HIV, after years of universal antenatal care, free tr…
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