In today’s edition of Squirrel News, we’re talking about a startup’s plan to save local news outlets in Canada, an electrode-embedded suit improving quality of life for individuals with neurological conditions, and a floating googly-eyed robot scarecrow stopping seabirds from diving into fishing nets.
Jewellery maker Pandora switches to eco-friendly lab-grown diamonds
With consumers increasingly looking for sustainable and affordable alternatives to gemstones, the jeweller will stop selling mined diamonds and instead focus on ethical options.
Alabama approves expungement bill for low-level crimes
Individuals with past convictions for certain crimes will soon be able to apply to have their records wiped, providing them with a second chance and a fresh opportunity to improve their lives.
Focus on rehabilitation programmes results in lower prison population in California
By concentrating on positive behavioural changes rather than punishment, at least 76,000 inmates in the state have now become eligible for early release.
Gender recognition certificate fee has been cut by over 96% in the UK
The application cost has dropped from £140 to £5 after many transgender individuals stated that high fees prevented them from obtaining official documentation stating their legal gender.
South Africa has banned the breeding of lions in captivity
The legislation aims to protect the animals by banning the breeding of cubs for hunting, petting, and the commercial bone trade, where their skeletons are sold as traditional medicine.
