Good News for wildlife
August 06, 2025
Hello dear Good News community,
In Finland, England, the U.S., the Netherlands, and Cuba — good things are happening all I find this news really encouraging: In South Africa, rhinos are now being vaccinated with radioactive isotopes to deter poachers — a truly clever and animal-friendly solution. And in Amsterdam, "animal ladders" are being installed to help cats and other wildlife climb out of the canals instead of drowning. It’s great to see how these innovative ideas are improving the lives of animals.
Enjoy reading, Selina
(S'ouvre dans une nouvelle fenêtre)New implant relieves arthritis symptoms
A newly approved device in the U.S. offers relief for people with rheumatoid arthritis. Implanted in the neck, it stimulates the vagus nerve daily. In clinical trials, joint pain and swelling were reduced by over 60 %, with more than half of patients experiencing significant improvement. Source: IFLSCIENCE
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South Africa vaccinates rhinos with radioactive isotopes to fight poaching
In South Africa, rhinos are being vaccinated with radioactive isotopes to stop poachers. The isotopes are harmless to the animals but can be detected at airports and borders. The “Rhisotope Project” by the University of the Witwatersrand aims to curb smuggling. So far 20 rhinos have been tested, and mass vaccination is about to begin. Source: THE GUARDIAN
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Ireland: Kite powers a single-person household
Kites have been flying off Ireland’s west coast since 2023, generating clean electricity — enough to power a single-person household for several months. The mobile systems are easy to set up and take down, making them a promising solution for remote locations. Open-sea testing is set to begin soon. Source: FRANCE24
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New York mandates all-electric new buildings
New York is the first U.S. state to require new buildings to be fully electric — with no connection to fossil fuels like gas. The “All-Electric Buildings Act” aims to reduce emissions, as buildings are responsible for 31% of New York’s CO₂ output. Source: ECOWATCH
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Amsterdam’s canals get animal stairs
Amsterdam is investing around 100,000 euros in so-called "animal stairs" to help cats and other wildlife climb out of the canals instead of drowning. Inspired by a similar initiative in Amersfoort, the city plans to install these escape aids in several neighborhoods. Source: INDEPENDENT
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How urban design can make women feel safer
Many women feel unsafe in public spaces — even in cities like Cairo. The “Safer Cities” program focuses on new urban design and specially created places to protect against sexual harassment. With women-only parks, redesigned markets, and committed actors from NGOs and politics, public spaces are becoming safer. Source: BBC
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