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A large citizen coalition in Manila, Philippines successfully pushed for major transportation reforms, shifting focus away from car-centric infrastructure toward public transit, cycling, and pedestrian access.
Formed during COVID-19, the group advocated for better bus systems, bike lanes, and inclusive urban planning, representing millions who rely on public transportation.
Their efforts helped redirect billions in funding and led to projects like dedicated bus routes, car-free zones, and over 800 miles of bike lanes. The initiative has significantly improved mobility and gained international recognition for transforming the city.
Florence + The Machine is partnering with Planned Parenthood on tour amid a “life and death” fight for abortion rights.
In 2023, Florence Welch received life-saving reproductive health care for an ectopic pregnancy that caused her to miscarry, and the experience informed her latest album
https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/florence-and-the-machine-planned-parenthood
A UK startup is turning urine collected from festival toilets into odorless, nutrient-rich fertilizer to grow a new forest in Wales.
The project will plant around 4,500 native trees using recycled nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium extracted through a sustainable process.
This method reduces waste, lowers reliance on chemical fertilizers, and supports eco-friendly agriculture. The initiative demonstrates an innovative way to recycle human waste while promoting long-term environmental benefits.
Bank of America has agreed to pay $72.5 million to compensate survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's sex-trafficking operation
the nation’s second-largest bank provided banking services to Epstein and his sex-trafficking operation, along with accounts used by victims and associates — among them Ghislaine Maxwell and Leon Black, the former CEO of Apollo Global Management.
#epstein #EpsteinFiles #epsteinclass #jeffreyepstein #bankofamerica
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/bank-america-agrees-pay-72-million-epstein-survivors-rcna265607
Orbán's electoral crushing is a far greater achievement than most people outside Hungary realise.
He systemically consolidated power for 16 years, fixed the electoral map, abused govt power for political purposes & censored media.
The hurdles that Hungarians overcame for this moment were immense.
https://bsky.app/profile/adamjschwarz.bsky.social/post/3mjd55xzex22w
Norway is set to introduce a fleet of electric “flying ferries” that use hydrofoil technology to glide above the water, offering faster and quieter travel.
These zero-emission vessels reduce energy use by about 80% compared to traditional boats while maintaining high speed and longer range.
They can recharge quickly using standard chargers and provide a smoother, more comfortable ride for passengers. The initiative marks a major step toward sustainable maritime transport along Norway’s coastline.
… the reason Melania ran to the press: the guy who imported her, Einstein visa and all, used ICE to deport the mother of his child.
Zampolli was in Hungary w/JD
#melania #trump #melaniatrump #epstein
https://bsky.app/profile/emptywheel.bsky.social/post/3mj3whi3jk22q
There are SO MANY QUESTIONS about Melania's visa.
Paolo is her witness; w/o his word, she's an illegal immigrant who can and should be deported.
Scientists in Australia are helping save the endangered regent honeyeater by teaching captive birds how to sing their natural mating songs.
With fewer than 300 left, young males had begun mimicking other species, risking their ability to attract mates. Researchers introduced recordings and live “tutor” birds to help them relearn the correct songs. Birds that successfully learn are released into the wild to help restore natural behaviors and support the species’ survival.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-05/saving-the-regent-honeyeaters-love-song/106515178
The price of lithium-ion batteries has fallen 99% in the last three decades. At the same time, batteries have also gotten better!
Comedy 'deflates the strongman’s image as invincible'.... And an authoritarian regime...depends on that image: it leaves the other pillars of society – big companies, law firms, universities – too scared to oppose it."
https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2026/apr/17/trump-comedy-political-humor-clownwashing
California will impose new standards on AI companies seeking to do business with the state, defying the MAGA MURDER Regime’s demands to keep the controversial industry as deregulated as possible.
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/mar/30/california-ai-regulations-trump
Germany just activated its largest ever solar installation — one farm, 1.5 million homes, zero carbon. The CottbusSolarPark covers 3,500 hectares and produces 2.1 tw-hours annually, replacing two coal plants that operated on this same land until 2022
https://bsky.app/profile/alexvonwitzleben.bsky.social/post/3mjru7ktup22w
