April 13, 2026
Hello dear Good News community,
We are introducing a new section: the "News Update." We want to keep you informed about the ongoing developments of our Good News stories. Whenever we find new insights on a topic we’ve previously reported on, we will now prepare them for you. After all, we want to show that Good News stories are not just a snapshot in time—they are constantly evolving.
Enjoy reading, Selina
(Opens in a new window)Portugal introduces deposit system to tackle low recycling rates
With a recycling rate of only three percent, Portugal currently ranks last in the EU. The new "Volta" deposit system aims to change that: since April 10, bottles and cans up to three liters incur a ten-cent deposit. The goal is to raise the collection rate for plastic and metal to 90 percent by 2029 and to keep valuable resources in the loop. Source: EURONEWS
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Milestone in Mexico: A health ID for 120 million citizens
In Mexico, President Sheinbaum is introducing universal healthcare for 120 million citizens. A new digital ID card is intended to standardize access to all clinics. However, critics warn of massive strain on the system without additional investments Source: THE DEEP DIVE
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France aims to accelerate energy transition
To move away from expensive energy imports, France is investing €240 million in the electrification of buildings and transportation. Prime Minister Lecornu has declared the transition to heat pumps and e-mobility a matter of national interest. By 2030, this is expected to reduce dependence on fossil fuels by one-third. Source: EURONEWS
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NEWS-UPDATE
Kangaroo Island provides a chlamydia-free sanctuary for koalas
The chlamydia epidemic is threatening Australia’s mainland koalas with blindness and death. The healthy population on Kangaroo Island serves as a "life insurance policy." Researchers now aim to strengthen their genetics to use these isolated animals as a survival guarantee for all of Australia. Source: BBV
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How light pulses could minimize industrial waste
The EU project METAMORPHA demonstrates how ultra-short pulse (USP) lasers are making industry greener: thanks to extremely short light pulses, material is evaporated without being burned. This saves up to 90% in energy and waste. Since no chemical post-processing is required, the technology is becoming a game-changer for solar and electronics manufacturing. Source: RESET
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Brazil introduces joint custody for pets in separation cases
Brazil’s Congress is strengthening the rights of pets: a new law enables joint custody in cases of separation and regulates child-support-like maintenance obligations. With this, the state is legally responding to the growing role of animals as full-fledged family members. Source: BBC
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Date
April 13, 2026