Child deaths decline globally, Amazon deforestation reaches low
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Across the world, more children are surviving past their fifth birthdays.
In 1950, nearly one in four children died before reaching age five, but today over 90 percent of children in Africa survive to that age. Deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon rainforest has fallen to its lowest level since record-keeping began in 1988. This reduction follows a campaign promise made by Brazilian President Lula. However, whether this trend will continue remains uncertain as Brazil holds another election.
Europeans are increasingly installing solar panels on driveways and patios, supplementing traditional rooftop solar installations. In Germany, the state of Brandenburg is establishing its first state-run university hospital to address a growing shortage of general practitioners in nearly half of its regions. Students at the new Lausitz Medical University will gain practical experience in local practices. Additionally, projects are repurposing soccer stadiums as educational spaces for disadvantaged youth, such as a program by FC Schalke 04 to promote political education.
Citizens in England are taking action to repair roads themselves, with local communities providing materials and equipment.
