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Mysuru installed mirror walls in problem areas to stop public urination by making offenders see themselves in the act. The clever solution tackles a symptom of India's bigger challenge: a massive shortage of clean public toilets.
The Western Cape has opened South Africa's first internationally accredited public forensic toxicology laboratory, bringing world-class death investigation services to families seeking answers. The Observatory-based lab strengthens both the justice system and public health monitoring across the province. #
A former public housing building in Chicago's South Side just became the nation's first museum dedicated to the stories of public housing residents. It took 26 years of activism to preserve these stories after thousands of families were displaced.
Museums, markets, and subway stations were designed one way, but visitors had better ideas. Across New York, public spaces are thriving because designers learned to let go.
Hundreds of volunteers will gather September 26 to maintain trails, remove invasive plants, and restore ecosystems across North Carolina's beloved Pisgah National Forest. Anyone age 10 and up can join the celebration of National Public Lands Day.
Melbourne's Federation Square will welcome soccer fans back for the 2026 World Cup after the state premier reversed a controversial ban. The decision means thousands can once again gather for free public viewings at one of Australia's most iconic celebration spots.
A Spanish city is beating extreme heat by reviving ancient underground water systems, creating cool public spaces for 30,000 daily visitors without air conditioning. The blend of millennia-old design and solar power is turning scorching plazas into comfortable gathering spots.
A disillusioned Make America Healthy Again volunteer walked into a room of public health experts expecting hostility. What he found instead could help heal America's fractured trust in medicine.
For the first time ever, all six schools within UMass's School of Public Health and Health Sciences share one collaborative building. The 26,800-square-foot hub brings together departments that were previously scattered across seven different campus locations.
While trust in doctors hits a 30-year low, nurses remain America's most trusted profession. A new medical journal perspective argues this trust should power the next generation of public health communication.
Over 150 educators, leaders, and community members gathered at Pasadena City Hall to celebrate local students and honor a couple whose documentary shines a light on public education. The Pasadena Educational Foundation highlighted five decades of bringing arts, STEM, and enrichment programs to students across three cities.
Joy Ugonma Olayiwola just became the 34th Nigerian public servant to earn a prestigious Oxford scholarship for policy studies. The 17-year space agency leader will study at Oxford's elite government school starting 2026.
Kenya's Social Health Authority just finalized a plan to make healthcare pricing predictable and fair for public officers. The reform tackles years of payment disputes between hospitals and insurers.
Government-owned development banks already invest $36 billion yearly in renewable energy and could add $28 billion more by redirecting fossil fuel funding. Countries from Mexico to Germany are showing how these public banks can power a clean energy revolution on their own terms.
Thailand just ended a controversial tradition of awarding firearms to local officials after public backlash sparked sweeping gun control reforms. The changes include suspending new gun permits and creating stricter tracking laws within 60 days.
Nollywood star Mercy Johnson released TikToker Eedie Bliss from detention after dropping defamation charges, responding to widespread social media criticism. The case sparked important conversations about free speech and the power of public advocacy in Nigeria.
Cities could borrow money from their own publicly-owned banks instead of paying interest to private lenders. TED Fellow Trinity Tran is championing this model to ensure tax dollars stay local and serve communities. --- ##
Singapore just received the first of six autonomous buses that will serve real passengers on public routes starting later this year. The three-year pilot could expand to 20 buses across the city if successful.
An Estonian startup has created MiCa, a self-driving electric shuttle that solves the "last mile" problem keeping people from using public transit. The compact bus has already operated in 17 countries and runs up to 20 hours daily.
After being cancelled in 2025 due to funding cuts, Perth's beloved Sculpture by the Sea is back at Cottesloe Beach thanks to massive public support and new funding. The free outdoor exhibition now features 70 artworks from around the world.
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