EU approves new Alzheimer's agent, global CO2 pricing for shipping is coming
April 16, 2025
Hello dear Good News community,
Before we take a short Easter break, we have some good news from around the world: a new Alzheimer's drug has been approved in the EU for the first time to slow down the progression of the disease in its early stages. In London, human remains of Indigenous people were returned to Australia. A new species of perch has been discovered in the Gulf of Mexico. And much more, but read for yourself. With this in mind: Happy Holidays!
Enjoy reading, Selina
(Opens in a new window)EU approves new Alzheimer's agent
For the first time, the EU Commission has approved an Alzheimer's therapy that can slow down the disease process in the brain. The antibody lecanemab is directed against amyloid deposits. It has been approved for the treatment of mild cognitive impairment and dementia in the early stages of the disease. / PROBABLY BASED ON ANIMAL TESTING Source: DW
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Global CO2 pricing for shipping is coming
After almost ten years of negotiations, the member states of the International Maritime Organization have agreed on a global system for CO2 pricing in shipping. By 2028, ships will be required to use a lower-carbon fuel mix. Non-compliance will lead to compensation payments. Source: ECOWATCH
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The Natural History Museum in London returns remains of Indigenous people
The Natural History Museum in London has returned 36 remains of Indigenous people to Australia. The remains were handed over in an official ceremony. Hundreds of remains of Indigenous people were stolen during the colonial era. Source: BBC
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Unknown perch discovered in the Gulf of Mexico
The Gulf of Mexico has a high level of biodiversity - and it is growing. Biologists are constantly describing new species that live there. One example: the Campeche Bank hamlet perch. It was discovered by a team from the University of Oldenburg. Source: GREEK REPORTER
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Researchers develop flexible toothpaste rechargeable battery
Researchers from Sweden have developed a rechargeable battery that is similar in consistency to toothpaste and can be molded into almost any shape. In the future, it could be used in portable devices or electronic products, for example. However, more research is needed before the battery is ready for use. Source: TECH XPLORE
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New studies show benefits of species-rich reforestation
Reforestation projects with a diversity of trees have a positive impact in the fight against the climate crisis. Diverse forests can reduce temperatures by 4.4 degrees Celsius during the summer midday heat - compared to monocultures. This is the conclusion of two international studies from China and Panama. Source: MONGABAY
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Bianca Kriel & Selina Mahoche
