Europe May Push Cell Phone Companies to Use the Same Standardized Charger
In addition to being horribly annoying, differing cell phones chargers also result in tons of electronic waste being sent to the landfill.
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New Zealand Becomes First Country to Introduce Paid Leave to Domestic Violence Victims
The legislation's approval was reportedly welcomed with cheering and clapping from the room of MPs.
Couple Fights Lawsuit Until Judge Rules They Can Keep Their "Starry Night" Home
The couple curated the gorgeous mural just in case their autistic son was ever lost and needed to find his way home.
World's Toughest Climate Policy Poised to Be Passed With Widespread Political Support
The climate policy received enthusiastic support from all but one of the political parties currently represented in parliament.
State is Boosting Bee Populations By Giving Free Hives and Equipment to Beekeepers
If you're a beekeeper who is over the age of 18, then you can apply for free hives and equipment from the program.
Two US States Have Become the First to Require Mental Health Education in School
One of the bills was developed, researched and presented by high school students, too.
Town's Compassionate Approach Cuts Rates of Overdose by More Than Half - State to Adopt It
In less than a year since they implemented their "compassion-based" followup initiative, this town is experiencing fewer overdoses than ever.
Turkey Announces They Are Setting Aside a Ton of Money to Make Cancer Treatments Free
"A cancer patient will not pay any extra fee as the state will cover it all," says the Minister for Labor and Social Security.
US Supreme Court Rules That Police Will Need a Warrant for Cell Phone Location Data
The US Supreme Court passed a historic ruling on Friday, stating that it is unconstitutional for police to access personal cell data without a warrant.
Canada Becomes First Western Nation to Legalize Marijuana
The bill's approval is being hailed as a "historic milestone for progressive policy in Canada."
In Landmark Case, South Korean Court Rules That it is Illegal to Kill Dogs for Food
The historic ruling has animal rights activists rejoicing – but there is still more work to be done.
Watch Saudi Woman Celebrate the End of Female Driving Ban By Doing a Lap in F1 Race Car
Aseel Al-Hamad has been an advocate for women's rights and female participation in moto-sport – which is why she celebrated this historic week in style.
NYC Passes Bold New Legislation Requiring Green Roofs on New Buildings - and Much More
The Big Apple recently approved an unprecedented new package of initiatives to place the city at the forefront of the fight against climate change.
Surfing is Now One of the First Sports Requiring Equal Pay for Women - Lawmakers Are Following Suit
Surfers are making sure that male and female athletes from all different sports leagues are paid the same amount of money for their talent.
Another US State Has Just Made Shelter Pets Their Official State Animal
The designation is expected to encourage state residents to adopt animals from local shelters, rather than buying them from breeders.
One of the Largest Native American Tribes Has Just Voted to End Their 100-Year Dependency on Coal
Immediately after rejecting the acquisition of an Arizona coal mine, the Navajo Council announced their new dedication to renewable energy.
Maryland Poised to Become the First State to Ban Polystyrene Food Containers
If approved by the governor, Maryland would become the first state to ban polystyrene products.
Two Teen Girls Push Government in Bali to Ban the Bags That Have Turned Their Paradise Into an Eyesore
Teen sisters created Bye Bye Plastic Bags, to secure a ban on the bags across Bali—in an island chain ranked second for ocean-born plastic pollution.
'First-of-its-Kind' Law Will Protect Lake Erie From Pollution By Granting it Civil Rights
Thanks to a 61% approval vote from the people of Toledo, Lake Erie now has legal protection against pollution and contamination.
Senate Passes Biggest Public Lands Package of the Decade With Sweeping Bipartisan Approval
The legislation, which was approved in a 92-8 vote, will designate over 1.3 million acres as nationally-protected public lands.
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