May 04, 2026
Hello dear Good News community,
The 2026 World Press Freedom Index shows clearly: Journalism is under massive pressure worldwide. Yet, press freedom is an indispensable asset that must be protected. The organization "Forbidden Stories" is addressing this with an innovative solution: through digital safes, reporters around the globe can securely store their stories and investigations.
Enjoy reading, Selina
Digital SafeBox designed to protect the work of journalists worldwide
Following World Press Freedom Day on May 3rd, the organization Forbidden Stories is highlighting a vital protective tool: the digital "SafeBox" allows endangered reporters to securely store their research. In the event of an attack, the material is published so that the truth cannot be silenced. Source: BBC
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Hungary appoints first-ever blind minister to cabinet
Hungary's new head of government, Péter Magyar, has appointed the country's first-ever blind minister to his cabinet, Vilmos Kátai-Németh. The lawyer will serve as Social Minister, focusing primarily on equal opportunity—not least because he knows the barriers for people with disabilities from his own personal experience. Source: HUNGARIAN CONSERVATIVE
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EU Parliament introduces proxy voting for members on maternity leave
The European Parliament has paved the way for modern parental leave: In the future, members will be allowed to delegate their voting rights during maternity leave. This new regulation ensures that young mothers retain their democratic voice. Source: THE NEWS PAKISTAN
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Promoting inclusion in artistic swimming
Arianna Sacripante has Down syndrome, and Giorgio Minisini is a world champion. Together, they train for artistic swimming as a mixed duo. Their goal: to make inclusion in professional sports visible. Source: DW
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FIFA: Afghan women's team allowed to play again
FIFA is enabling the Afghan women's national team to return to the international stage—despite the Taliban's ban on women's sports. In the future, the team will be able to compete through alternative arrangements abroad. Source: CNN
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Bioacoustic sensors to stop deforestation in Guatemala
An innovative project in Guatemala is using artificial intelligence to protect the rainforest. Bioacoustic devices detect the sounds of chainsaws or gunshots in real-time, allowing for rapid intervention against illegal logging and poaching in the endangered Maya Biosphere Reserve. Source: MONGABAY
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Datum
04.05.2026