Today at Squirrel News, we’re talking about the overwhelming success of two local approaches to fighting childhood obesity, new data suggesting that the USA’s marine ecosystems are bouncing back from overfishing, and the launch of a biggest-ever CO2-capturing plant in Iceland.
Tackling childhood obesity: insights from Leeds and Amsterdam
Amsterdam’s Healthy Weight Programme has garnered international attention for its comprehensive approach to promoting children’s health, while trained council staff in Leeds are delivering courses helping parents to teach their kids healthy eating right from the start.
US overfishing reaches historic low: mackerel and snapper stocks on the rise
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s report coincides with global efforts by governments and NGOs to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing across oceans worldwide. Federal officials hailed the latest statistics as indicative of thriving marine ecosystems.
Iceland launches world’s largest carbon capture facility
In 2021, a smaller carbon removal facility opened in a remote corner of the country – but Climeworks’ new plant is ten times bigger and poised to capture approximately 36,000 tons of CO2 annually.
Montana sets a blueprint as states contemplate Medicaid work mandates
The state’s forward-thinking approach aims to support employment endeavors without compromising healthcare access for individuals transitioning from government assistance.
Joint venture recycles donated polyester into yarn for new clothes
The project uses items from the Salvation Army’s sorting centre, which separates out the 10-20% of donated items that cannot be resold according to type of textile. Infrared sensors pick out wool, cotton and nylon items that can be sent off to reprocessors around the world.
Nature’s pest control: the case for letting bugs feast on your plants
In recent decades, insect populations worldwide have been in steep decline, dwindling at a rate of 1% to 2% annually. However, a growing movement of gardeners worldwide is adopting a new approach: prioritising insects over plants in their gardening practices.
Slow’ emerges as a groundbreaking exploration of asexuality in cinema
The portrayal of individuals who experience no sexual attraction has remained largely absent from cinema – but a new film is finally bringing visibility to this community.
‘I feel more connected with humanity’: the club where phones are banned
You’ll need to hand over your phone before you can grab a coffee at the Netherlands’ Offline Club, or attend a music event from Off the Radar. Why are the Dutch so keen on digital detoxes – and are there lessons for the rest of the world?
