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Igbo in Biafra Still Dream of Independence from Nigeria

29 December, 2019
There are many requests for international protection made by migrants who are activists of the Nigerian separatist movement Igbo. They come from the south-eastern part of Nigeria and, in many cases, suffer discrimination and persecution by the federal government. Their…

Doing Laundry without Polluting Is Possible with These Tips

28 December, 2019
Doing laundry while respecting the environment is possible. There are in fact many tricks to save energy, water, detergent and plastic when using the washing machine. Let's discover them together. Laundry Tips: Choose Your Detergent Wisely To make an ecological…

Digital Welfare: Can Technology Threaten Human Rights?

28 December, 2019
The technology and its application for building a digital welfare state has often been presented as a neutral tool. Its aim would be to improve access to social benefits, standardise access criteria, speed up practices and ensure efficiency for governments.…

Child Labour: Zanzibar Is the Island of Slave Children

26 December, 2019
130,000 Tanzanian children live as slaves in the homes of the rich in Zanzibar. It's one of the most serious plagues and at the same time one of the most understated problems in Tanzania. In short, this involves child labour and…

How to Avoid Food Waste on Christmas and New Year’s Eve

24 December, 2019
Food waste is directly linked to global warming. The way our food is produced is responsible for 21% of greenhouse gas emissions into the atmosphere. For this reason, throwing away something without eating it is a double loss. On one…

Simple Tips to Pollute Less at the Restaurant or Bar

23 December, 2019
Would you buy something overpriced to use a few minutes or seconds? Most likely not. But if the planet pays the bill - we don't really care about that. Think, for example, of all the plastic crockery and bottles we…

How Do People Celebrate Christmas Around the World?

22 December, 2019
Christmas is approaching and people are already planning every little detail to spend a pleasant day. December 25th is a special, magical day - but have you ever wondered how do people celebrate Christmas around the world? For instance, will…

Sami Peoples in Sweden Face the Consequences of Global Warming

20 December, 2019
In the long Arctic winter, reindeer usually dig the snow with their snouts to find the mosses and lichens. In recent years, however, climate change has made winters milder. Moreover, rising temperatures have brought unusual rainfall, which freezes to the…

Pet-Friendly Holidays: How to Spend Christmas with Pets

19 December, 2019
Sharing Christmas with our four-legged friends makes everything more exciting. However, they also need special attention during the holidays. For example, you may have to choose their menu or to organize any trips with them. If that's the case, here…

In South Australia You Can Grow Vegetables in the Desert

18 December, 2019
Seen from the satellite, South Australia looks like a reddish spot. In fact, among the six states of the Australian Federation, it is the largest. From above, except for the huge stretch of coastline that includes Adelaide, you can see…

Sustainable New Year’s Eve: Smart Tips for a Green Party

17 December, 2019
Immediately after Christmas, there comes another holiday that we love to celebrate - New Year's Eve. There are many ways to celebrate this occurrence. Some people opt for the classic dinner at home, while others prefer parties and events outside.…

Tribal Groups are the Best Guardians that Forests Could Ever Have

15 December, 2019
They protect the environment and forests, but they are subject to violence and threats. According to a recent report, government tend to prevent tribal groups and local communities from playing the key role of "forest guardians". People consider them criminals -…

Christmas Gifting Ideas for People Who Love Animals

14 December, 2019
Finding the right Christmas gift for our friends and family is not as easy as it seems. You always have to take into account the tastes and interests of others, so you can find a gift that they can really…

How Lina Medina Became The Youngest Mother Ever At Age 5

13 December, 2019
Lina Medina Vasquez was five years old in 1939 and lived in Paurange. It is a remote village in Peru, in the district of Ticrapo. There were no clinics or hospitals in her country. One day, her abdomen became extremely…