Today’s edition of Squirrel News looks at the growing political uprising in Belarus, Bogota’s fight against pollution with the help of bikes, and Procter & Gamble’s sustainability plans set for completion in 2030.
Tens of thousands gather in Minsk for biggest protest in Belarus history
In spite of the recent collective shock and anger, the mood in Belarus became celebratory, with protestors holding flowers and cheering, as if the revolution had already been won.
New sustainability rules for China’s fishing fleets
Taking top position for the worst fishing offences, China’s new sustainability rules are targeted at curbing illegal acitivity as well as increasing transparency.
Brain zapping’s effect on language learning ability
A non-invasive method of brain zapping through ear pieces could ease the language learning process with long term effects that last even after the simulation itself.
Native tribes win back 300 million acres of eastern Oklahoma.
The decision, which took two decades to make, saw the Supreme Court rule out that a significant chunk of Oklahoma is an Indian reservation belonging to the Muscogee (Creek) nation.
A recent Gucci beauty campaign, starring model Ellie Goldstein, who has Down’s syndrome, was a smash hit. But campaigners say they are still facing an uphill battle for disability visibility in fashion.
