Today’s Solutions: March 18, 2024

Policy Making

Strong public policy leads to more cohesive, resilient, and sustainable societies. In this section, find out about the latest legislations from around the world aimed at making our world a better place.

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National Park Service bans commercial air tours over Bandelier National Monument

The National Park Service (NPS) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced a ban on commercial air tours over Bandelier National Monument in New Mexico, intending to preserve the park's serene natural landscape and cultural heritage. This decision is part of a larger effort to reduce Read More...

France sets a global precedent

France sets a global precedent, guaranteeing abortion as constitutional right

French parliamentarians passed a historic bill to include abortion rights in the country's constitution, demonstrating strong support for women's reproductive rights. France is now the only country that specifically guarantees a woman's right to terminate her pregnancy. President Emmanuel Macron Read More...

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The European Parliament passes incredible bill that criminalizes ecosystem destruction

In a historic act, the European Union has criminalized serious incidents of environmental degradation, setting a global precedent. This innovative law, dubbed "comparable to ecocide," seeks to address ecosystem degradation, illicit logging, and habitat loss through enhanced penalties and prison Read More...

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Germany takes a green step: legalizing cannabis use sparks debate and solutions

Germany's parliament, backed by Chancellor Olaf Scholz's coalition, enacted legislation legalizing cannabis for personal use. This judgment places Germany within a narrow group of countries that have adopted partial legalization, granting individuals and voluntary associations specific rights to Read More...

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Baltimore takes on homelessness with an $18 million initiative 

Baltimore's leaders overcame opposition to reach a revolutionary $18.4 million agreement. The 4-1 vote demonstrates the city's commitment to combating homelessness. Despite pushback from Council President Nick Mosby, the vote illustrates that municipal leadership is determined to keep promises made Read More...

Bangladesh court takes a stand

Bangladesh court takes a stand against elephant cruelty, banning wild adoptions

On February 25, a Bangladeshi court made a landmark decision prohibiting the adoption of wild elephants. Animal rights organizations have welcomed this judgment as a "landmark" step toward ending cruelty to Asian elephants. Suspending licenses: a necessary step Rights organizations celebrate the Read More...

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Greece is the first Orthodox Christian country to legalize same-sex marriage

Greece, the birthplace of democracy and ancient traditions, has defied a longstanding norm by becoming the first Christian Orthodox country to legalize same-sex marriage. In a watershed event, the Athens parliament voted decisively in favor of a historic change, generating a mix of excitement and Read More...

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France's composting mandate, ‘compost obligatoire’—a transformative environmental policy

France implemented a bold waste management policy known as the 'compost obligatoire', which went into effect on January 1, 2024. This innovative legislation requires the recycling of organic waste, indicating a big step towards sustainability. Government support and civic duty With financing from Read More...

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Hospitality workers’ wages get unprecedented boost with 30% wage increases

In an unexpected turn of events, the hospitality industry, long associated with some of the lowest-paid occupations, is undergoing a wage revolution. Over the last four years, salary raises in the industry have pushed hospitality workers' wages up by almost 30 percent, a significant increase that Read More...

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Soda taxes have a remarkable impact: sales plummet as prices rise in US cities

A recent study published in the journal JAMA Health Forum provides solid evidence that soda levies are beneficial in reducing sugary drink consumption. The study examines five U.S. cities, including Philadelphia, Seattle, San Francisco, Oakland, and Boulder, and finds a consistent decline in sales Read More...