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Why the future of cotton might not need a field

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 03:16:06 EDT

- - • Spanish company Magtech is exploring how hydroponics and AI can reduce cotton's reliance on water, pesticides and fertile land. - - • The project combines soilless cultivation with AI-driven monitoring to improve efficiency and resource use. - - • With the first garments already produced in Spain and a second site underway in India, the initiative is now moving beyond the lab. - - - - Grown conventionally, cotton comes with several challenges. It consumes huge volumes of water, n...

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XXXVI ROBINSON Classic Golf Tournament raises €120,000 for the Rafa Nadal Foundation

Wed, 9 Sep 2026 04:05:52 EDT

The Vall d'Or golf course hosted a new edition of the ROBINSON Classic Charity Golf Tournament, one of the Foundation's most important sporting and charitable events of the year. - - Organised by ROBINSON CALA SERENA, the tournament celebrated its 36th edition this year, continuing a charitable commitment that dates back to 1988. - - The event once again brought together golf enthusiasts, representatives from the business and social sectors, and supporters of the initiative, all united...

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Huawei and the UNESCO Institute for Lifelong Learning Empowered Over 10,000 Literacy Educators Worldwide through Digital Skills Training

Tue, 8 Sep 2026 11:06:27 EDT

As education systems evolve in the age of AI, literacy today extends beyond reading and writing to include using digital tools effectively, leveraging artificial intelligence responsibly, and critically evaluating online content. - - To help educators meet the demands of an increasingly digital world, the UNESCO Institute for Lifelong Learning (UIL), through the Secretariat of the UNESCO Global Alliance for Literacy, and Huawei launched the multilingual online course Improving the Digital...

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ACS powers Oxfam's new fashion rental platform

Tue, 8 Sep 2026 09:42:13 EDT

ACS is providing the operational infrastructure behind Oxfam's new online clothing rental pilot, helping bring circular fashion to more consumers across the UK. - - ACS, the circular fashion services platform backed by Circularity Capital, is supporting Oxfam's new online clothing rental pilot, which launched ahead of the charity's annual Second-Hand September campaign. The initiative enables customers to rent distinctive donated garments for 14 days, providing a new route for extending gar...

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Kering launches its Kering Generation Award in India

Tue, 8 Sep 2026 03:33:34 EDT

At Kering's headquarters in Paris, Marie-Claire Daveu, Chief Sustainability & Institutional Affairs Officer at Kering and Jaspreet Chandok, Group Vice-President Reliance Brands Limited have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on the launch of the Kering Generation Award in India, promoting sustainability and circular innovation in the fashion industry, aiming to drive meaningful change and elevate sustainable fashion initiatives. - - Since 2018, inspired by the Group's susta...

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Mitsubishi Electric to Aid Victims of Earthquake in Kumamoto Through In-house Donation Program

Tue, 8 Sep 2026 02:00:02 EDT

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO: 6503) announced that the Mitsubishi Electric Group will donate a cumulative 44.16 million yen through an in-house matching-gift program — the Mitsubishi Electric SOCIO-ROOTS Fund — to aid people affected by the earthquake that struck Kumamoto, Japan recently. - - Donations collected from employees at Mitsubishi Electric Group offices amounted to 22.08 million yen, which the company then doubled. The total will be donated to a fund named “disaster vo...

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Toyota Mobility Foundation-Supported My Easy Access Showcased at France's National Disability Conference

Tue, 8 Sep 2026 01:54:06 EDT

My Easy Access was selected to present at the 2026 Conf�rence nationale du handicap (CNH), France's key national forum dedicated to disability policy and accessibility. - - My Easy Access was initiated within Michelin Innovation Lab and is supported through a partnership between the Toyota Mobility Foundation, Michelin Corporate Foundation and Association Tourisme & Handicaps. Through this collaboration, the solution has already been deployed in Marseille and Vichy, demonstrating how techno...

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Celebrating 307,000 young Eco Champions worldwide: 10th Anniversary of TUI Care Foundation�s Junior Academy Programme

Fri, 4 Sep 2026 04:45:27 EDT

- - • More than 307,000 children from over 1,200 schools have received environmental education through the TUI Junior Academy since 2016 - • Nearly 9,000 teachers have been trained to deliver environmental and sustainability education for future generations - • TUI Care Foundation celebrates the programme's 10th anniversary with the launch of a new TUI Junior Academy in The Gambia - - - The TUI Care Foundation is celebrating ten years of its global TUI Junior Academy, a programme that...

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LAFC Teams Up with First 5 California in Support of Their Stronger Starts Campaign

Thu, 3 Sep 2026 17:55:36 EDT

LAFC today announced a partnership with First 5 California in support of its Stronger Starts campaign, a statewide initiative designed to help parents and caregivers better understand childhood trauma and toxic stress response while providing practical tools to support the emotional well-being of young children. - - Through the partnership, LAFC and First 5 California will work together to raise awareness of Stronger Starts and connect LAFC fans and families with resources that can help cre...

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Ceres applauds California Legislature for advancing clean energy bills to ease costs, urges further action

Wed, 2 Sep 2026 10:09:35 EDT

Ceres commends California policymakers for their continued focus on clean energy solutions that put downward pressure on electricity prices for businesses and households. - - Policymakers passed several important energy bills at the end of the 2026 legislative session that advance clean energy while offering pragmatic ways to address rising energy costs. That includes bills promoting better grid utilization, faster project interconnection, and greater grid flexibility through better use of...

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Mystical Dragons Residing in Gambia River: Empowering Communities through Storytelling and Crafts

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:35:59 EDT

The Gambia River communities hold a treasure of cultural heritage in the folklore of the Ninki Nanka - a mystical dragon said to reside in the creeks of the Gambia River. However, as traditional storytelling declines amongst younger generations, this rich heritage risks being lost forever. Meanwhile, rural communities along the river remain excluded from the tourism benefits concentrated in coastal areas. To preserve this endangered folklore and create sustainable livelihoods, the TUI Care...

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California lawmakers pass bill to create landmark 'non-ultra-processed' food label

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:37:21 EDT

Today the California Legislature took a major step toward protecting public health by passing a first-of-its-kind bill to create a certified “non-ultra-processed” food label intended to make it easier for consumers to choose less-processed foods in the grocery store. - - Assembly Bill 2244, authored by Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel (D-Encino ), would develop a state certification program for products that are not ultra-processed, or UPF. If enacted, it would create a new standardized and go...

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Inter Miami CF Foundation Brings Community Together to Support Colombia Earthquake Relief Through a Special Youth Clinic Initiative

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 19:53:08 EDT

Inter Miami CF Foundation is bringing our community together to support Colombia following the devastating earthquakes impacting communities across the country. The Colombian community represents a significant part of Inter Miami's fanbase, both locally in South Florida and across Colombia, making the opportunity to support those affected by the earthquakes especially meaningful to the Club and its broader community. - - Join our Inter Miami CF Academy clinic on September 18 at 5:30 p.m....

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Celebrate National Dog Day with Dunkin'® and BARK®

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 19:44:14 EDT

Dunkin' and BARK are giving pups plenty of ways to celebrate National Dog Day. - - Dunkin' put its four-legged guests first with Dunkin' for Dogs, the brand's first official dog drive-thru experience. This morning, pups cruised through a dedicated drive-thru lane at a Dunkin' in Quincy, Mass. (588 Washington St.), where they received special treats and a limited-edition BARK x Dunkin' bandana. - - Guests also had the opportunity to score a plush toy from the new 2026 Dunkin' x BARK Col...

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Supporting earthquake response in Colombia

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:45:14 EDT

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on 10 August, causing widespread damage across the Pacific region. In response, H&M Foundation is donating USD 150,000 to Save the Children to support immediate relief efforts and early recovery for children and families affected by the disaster. - - Preliminary reports indicate significant humanitarian impacts, including loss of life, injuries, damaged homes, schools and health facilities. Affected communities continue to face d...

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New Ceres report spotlights data centers' biggest and least visible water use: the power that runs them

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 08:58:09 EDT

Most of the water data centers need is consumed beyond their four walls, at the power plants that keep the facilities operating. A new Ceres analysis released, Water Behind the Watts: The Hidden Risk of Powering Data Centers, examines this largely overlooked water demand across seven states that together host about half of all U.S. data centers—Virginia, Texas, California, Illinois, Georgia, Ohio, and Arizona. In these states, water-intensive generation supplies much of the grid—and man...

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'Neighbors Helping Neighbors': A Conversation About Saline Area Social Service

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 09:58:44 EDT

Every week, roughly 300 people walk through the doors of Saline Area Social Service (SASS) looking for groceries, transportation, tutoring, or simply a helping hand. For more than 60 years, the nonprofit has connected neighbors with neighbors—building a community where support often comes full circle. - - We spoke with executive director Jamail Aikens about the growing needs he sees in the community, why relationships matter as much as resources, and how partnerships—including Oracle's su...

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BARK® and Dunkin'® Launch Dunkin's First Official Dog Drive-Thru Experience and New Dog Toy Collection

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 19:10:49 EDT

BARK (NYSE: BARK), a leading global omnichannel dog brand with a mission to make all dogs happy, today announced the return of its beloved collaboration with Dunkin', the largest coffee and donuts brand in the United States, and the Dunkin' Joy in Childhood Foundation. Now in its seventh year, the partnership has raised more than $15 million for the Dunkin' Joy in Childhood Foundation and sold more than 1 million dog toys. To celebrate, BARK and Dunkin' are introducing the 2026 Dunkin'...

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Airbnb commits $1 million to environmental protection in Washington

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 18:08:14 EDT

Key Takeaways - - - • Airbnb is investing $1 million in environmental protection initiatives across Washington State—the company's largest commitment to Washington communities to date. - - • Funding includes donations to local nonprofits Washington's National Park Fund and Trout Unlimited, a partnership with Leave No Trace, and an investment to support climate resilient forests through EFM and the Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust on the Olympic Peninsula and western Washington State. - - ...

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EWG: California's extreme heat, soaring utility bills make cooling unaffordable for millions

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 08:09:57 EDT

California is experiencing more frequent and dangerous heat days, but sky-high utility bills mean millions of people can't afford to run air conditioning that could keep them safe, a new Environmental Working Group report finds. - - EWG is calling on policy makers to prioritize solutions like customer-sited solar electric devices that can drastically lower or eliminate annual utility costs for air conditioning. - - Heat advisory days defined as “extreme” or “major” – those threatening the...

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Shakira, Global Citizen, Live Nation and CAF will commit an initial 1.25 million-dollar donation to help rebuild schools in Choc�

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:26:52 EDT

Summary Shakira, alongside Howard Buffett, Pies Descalzos Foundation, and CAF visited Quibd� to meet communities affected by the earthquake and support efforts to rebuild nearly 200 damaged schools. Initial Commitment Includes $500,000 from Shakira and Live Nation, $500,000 from the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund and $250,000 from CAF—the development bank of Latin America. - - Howard Buffett joins the effort with support for the reconstruction of 10 more schools - - Shakira visited Q...

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Tracking the Next Wave of State Food Waste Policy in 2026

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 08:53:49 EDT

ReFED and the Harvard Law School Food Law and Policy Clinic actively monitor legislative developments related to reducing food loss and waste. Their biannual updates to the Food Waste Policy Finder provide an overview of policies that states and the federal government have enacted across six areas that directly impact food waste. Advocates seeking information about proposed and recently enacted bills across state legislatures can consult the 2026 Food Waste Legislative...

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Making a Difference Together: Inter Miami CF Foundation Night in Partnership with UNICEF on Aug. 22

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:39:41 EDT

Celebrate the Freedom to Dream for every child during the Inter Miami CF Foundation Night in Partnership with UNICEF on Saturday, August 22, as Inter Miami CF takes on Toronto FC in our next MLS regular season match! - - Join us for another night of f�tbol under the lights and support Inter Miami's partnership with UNICEF to help expand access to quality education for children across Latin America and the Caribbean. - - Fans can look forward to matchday entertainment including the UNICEF...

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Toyota Mobility Foundation Announces Nine Startups Selected for Mobility Unlimited Hub Acceleration Program

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 05:14:34 EDT

Toyota Mobility Foundation (TMF), a non-profit organization dedicated to developing mobility solutions, in collaboration with ONOVOLAB, announced the nine startups selected for the Mobility Unlimited Hub (MUH), S�o Carlos, Brazil. MUH S�o Carlos is an initiative focused on developing assistive technologies and active mobility in Latin America. - - The cohort of selected startups bring solutions at an advanced stage of technological maturity (TRL 6 to 9) and a primary focus on products capa...

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Airbnb.org offers free emergency housing to first responders after the earthquake in Colombia

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:37:15 EDT

Key Takeaways - - - • Airbnb.org is providing free emergency housing for first responders supporting relief efforts after the recent magnitude 7.4 earthquake. - - • Airbnb.org is working with Defensa Civil Colombiana, Fundaci�n Renacer, CENACED, Save the Children Colombia and others to support relief workers and identify displaced residents in need of shelter. - - - - To support those impacted by the earthquake in Colombia, Airbnb.org —a nonprofit founded by Airbnb to provide emergen...

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NSF announces $1.5B for foundational research to drive scientific breakthroughs for American technological leadership

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 12:31:15 EDT

The U.S. National Science Foundation released 12 new notices of funding opportunity (NOFOs) providing over $1.5 billion for foundational research, including basic and use-inspired inquiry across the sciences and engineering. - - These funding opportunities support the foremost goal in the administration's memorandum " Ushering in a New Golden Age of American Innovation: Fiscal Year 2028 Administration Research and Development Budget Priorities " which calls for investing in the foundational...

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2026 Global Citizen Festival Lineup to Feature Ms. Lauryn Hill & Wyclef Jean, Lenny Kravitz, John Legend, Lainey Wilson, Shaboozey and Tomorrow X Together

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:12:16 EDT

Summary - - 2026 Global Citizen Festival Campaign to Help More Children Get to School, Support the Farmers Feeding Their Communities, and Provide Electricity for Millions Around the World - - Take Action on the Global Citizen App to Earn Free Festival Tickets - - Global Citizen, the world's largest movement to end extreme poverty, announced the lineup for the 2026 Global Citizen Festival will include Ms. Lauryn Hill & Wyclef Jean celebrating the 30th anniversary of Fugees' seminal al...

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UN tax talks: Global South push for fairer rules as rich nations drag their feet on properly taxing wealthiest polluters

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 05:07:09 EDT

As the fifth round of negotiations concludes at the United Nations in New York, an ambitious Global Tax Treaty – also known as the UN Framework Convention on International Tax Cooperation – remains within reach. Major improvements to the zero draft text are still needed, however, to deliver global tax rules that will help solve the connected climate, nature, and inequality crises, rather than letting corporate polluters and the super-rich off the hook. - - Nina Stros, Global Senior Policy...

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Building the New: How a Lyme Disease Advocate Landed in the NIH Director's Office

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:00:00 EDT

At 7:00 a.m. on Monday, March 16, 2026, Bruce Fries, President of the Patient Centered Care Advocacy Group, emailed NIH Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya with a comprehensive proposal: Strengthening NIH Research Standards: A Framework for Scientific Integrity, Transparency and Stakeholder Engagement. - - Eighty minutes later, Bhattacharya wrote back himself, thanking Fries and asking to meet. Four days later, Fries was in the Director's office at NIH headquarters, just the two of them, talking...

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