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Society Colombia

8. July 2022

Safer Roads, to Save Thousands of Lives

With the adoption of a brand-new infrastructure law, the South American country of Colombia wishes to improve the safety of its citizens on roads and cut in half the number of casualties by the end of the decade.

Society China

7. July 2022

Overpopulated Country Sees First Slowdown in Birth Rate

China, the world’s most populous country, is experiencing a slowdown in births, a first since the 1960s, and according to predictions, the Asian nation is expected to see its population decline over the next decades to be half what is it today in 2100.

Society Kazakhstan

2. July 2022

Their Voices Have Been Heard: More Democracy in This Country

The population of Kazakhstan went to the polls and approved the many constitutional changes meant to empower lawmakers and free the country from its former presidential grip on power, laying the foundation for the Second Republic.

Society Malaysia

1. July 2022

Second Chance at Life: Mandatory Death Penalty Abolished in This Country

In a rare sign of progress for Southeast Asia, Malaysia has decided to abolish its mandatory death penalty sentence.

Society Germany

30. June 2022

Good News for Workers: Minimum Wage Has Increased Here

Germany's Chancellor has followed through with one of his electoral promises and raised the nation's minimum wage: now, the country will boast the fifth highest minimum wage in the European Union!

Society Australia

28. June 2022

Big Win for Indigenous Community: This Island Will Be Returned

The New South Wales government in Australia is investing $43 million towards the restoration of Me-Mel Island, before handing it back to the Indigenous community in 2026.

Health India

27. June 2022

Eradicating Rabies? They’re On It!

Thanks to mass dog vaccination as well as human education campaigns and more extensive surveillance, India’s Goa state has become the first of its nation to eradicate rabies — what’s more, in a cost-effective way!

Society USA

23. June 2022

This City Is on Track to End Chronic Homelessness

For the last ten years, the city of Houston, the United States’ fourth most populous city, managed to cut down homelessness by 63% and moved more than 25,000 people from the streets and directly into homes.

Society Canada

22. June 2022

Stronger Measures Against Firearms Take Off

As gun violence is globally increasing, Canada is moving forward with new measures as part of a gun-control package designed to better regulate the circulation of firearms, thus reducing the occurrences of tragedies within its territory.

Society Spain

20. June 2022

In This Country, Only “Yes” Means Yes

By redefining consent in its latest bill, Spain's parliament makes it easier for sex crime survivors to come forward and ensure justice is served, as clear mutual consent becomes essential in sexual assault cases.