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Botswana is pushing to bring its sanitation coverage up to match its impressive 90% water supply rate, with government and global partners joining forces to close the gap. Already four out of five citizens have basic sanitation access, but rural communities still face challenges the country is determined to solve.
A fast-growing Ghanaian municipality is partnering with nonprofits to tackle its mounting sanitation challenges and protect its most vulnerable residents. The collaboration could become a model for other rapidly urbanizing communities across West Africa.
A former Fitbit executive just launched a necklace that monitors sun exposure in real time and tells you when to reapply sunscreen. The Gem could help prevent skin damage by giving personalized UV alerts throughout your day.
Thousands of sanitation workers across Punjab returned to work after the government agreed to address their demands for fair pay and job security. The successful negotiations show what's possible when workers and officials sit down together.
Three Indian cities are revolutionizing worker dignity by letting sanitation workers design their own protective gear and uniforms. The result? Better safety, higher compliance, and workers invited to ribbon cuttings as community heroes.
Delhi's sanitation workers finally got a seat at the table with Chief Minister Rekha Gupta to discuss better working conditions. The meeting signals a new commitment to improving the lives of essential workers who keep the city clean.
Sanitation workers in Tamil Nadu are getting life-changing support, including homes for just 10% down payment and financial safety nets up to ₹10 lakh. The state's Welfare Board is making sure the people who keep communities clean finally get the recognition they deserve.
A lockdown walker in Surrey discovered a rare butterfly never seen in the county, then revolutionized how scientists track them with a simple UV torch. His technique is now being adopted worldwide.
Scientists discovered that deer create glowing signposts in forests that only they can see under UV light. The finding reveals a secret visual language prey animals use to safely share information without alerting predators.
A new study shows installing UV air filters in home heating systems reduced asthma-triggering microbes by more than 50%. The breakthrough could help millions of children breathe easier at home and in schools.
Scientists discovered that eating three servings of grapes daily for just two weeks changed how human skin cells respond to sun damage. The simple dietary change helped volunteers' skin produce natural UV-protective layers and reduce signs of sun damage.
A Bangalore startup created wearable sun protection that's replacing scarves and reapplied sunscreen for thousands of Indian commuters. The UV-blocking jacket is now becoming as routine as carrying an umbrella during monsoon.
Australian researchers discovered that silicon solar cells naturally repair themselves after UV damage when exposed to regular sunlight. The breakthrough could help manufacturers build longer-lasting solar panels and predict their true lifespan.
After two decades earning just $18 a month, over 1,500 healthcare sanitation workers in Tamil Nadu just received a life-changing raise to $88 monthly. These essential workers kept maternal health centers running through the pandemic while fighting for fair wages.
Two daughters of sanitation workers in Chennai just received free admission to their dream college, proving that hard work and the right support can open any door. Thanks to a partnership between Urbaser Sumeet and Ethiraj College for Women, these first-generation learners are getting their shot at higher education.
Hyundai and Kia have developed UV technology that eliminates 99.9% of harmful bacteria in car cabins while passengers sit inside. The system zaps odor-causing germs at their source, making air fresheners a thing of the past.
Researchers at Kyushu University have created a material that converts ordinary visible sunlight into ultraviolet light, achieving nearly 2% efficiency outdoors. The breakthrough could power everything from air purifiers to 3D printers using nothing but sunshine.
Japan is funding a major health initiative in Zanzibar that will bring clean sanitation and better nutrition to over 200,000 children and families. The one-year program tackles open defecation and malnutrition through innovative technology and community training.
Environmental health officers in Nigeria's Anambra State are bringing sanitation inspections directly to homes and businesses, marking a major public health push. The initiative aims to improve living conditions and protect communities from expired products and health hazards.
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Scientists just discovered that fire salamanders—one of Europe's most-studied amphibians—glow bright bluish-green under ultraviolet light. The find came by accident when a researcher pointed a blacklight at one crossing the road on a rainy Spanish night.
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