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Zayed Sustainability Prize closes 2027 submissions with record 10,233 entries
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The Zayed Sustainability Prize has ended submissions for its 2027 cycle with 10,233 entries from 177 countries, its highest total ever.
Young Africans turn more optimistic on Trump, survey finds
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A new 16-country survey finds roughly three in five young Africans think Donald Trump’s second term could improve their countries’ prospects, even as concerns persist over USAID cuts and U.S. access to African resources.
Embedded finance market seen hitting $1.17T by 2035
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The global embedded finance market is projected to grow from $202.8 billion in 2026 to $1.17 trillion by 2035, as non-financial brands add payments, lending, insurance and other financial products inside their apps and platforms.
Shannon Fernando frames hunger as a permission problem in TEDxBeverlyGrove talk
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Shannon Fernando, founder of Alabaster International, used her TEDxBeverlyGrove 2026 talk to argue that lasting food security depends less on scarcity than on access, trust and institutional permission.
Instant noodles market seen doubling to $123.45B by 2035
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Market Research Future projects the global instant noodles market will rise from $59.24 billion in 2026 to $123.45 billion by 2035, driven by convenience demand, premium products, e-commerce and urbanization.
Mathare football pitches face climate risks as new film spotlights adaptation gap
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A new documentary and climate analysis say extreme rain, heat and water stress are already threatening grassroots football pitches in Nairobi’s Mathare neighborhood, with bigger risks ahead by 2040 and 2100. The findings arrive as Kenya and East…
Grand Butterfly Gathering spans 100 countries with peace and conservation focus
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The Grand Butterfly Gathering 2026 brought together participants in more than 100 countries under the theme “Wings of Purpose,” linking local events from Wyoming to Kenya and Nepal with peace education, youth mentorship and conservation.
Europe cold chain logistics market seen tripling by 2032
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Allied Market Research says the Europe cold chain logistics market could jump from $64.10 billion in 2022 to $239.71 billion by 2032, driven by pharmaceuticals, food, and temperature-sensitive goods.
Baby J previews Love Revolution at EarthVibes festival
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Conscious-pop artist Baby J, also known as Jenny Carrington, debuted her unreleased single “Love Revolution” at the 2026 EarthVibes Music & Wellness Festival in Farmingdale, New Jersey.
UN forum side event pushes volunteer ecosystems and youth leadership
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At a 2026 United Nations High-level Political Forum side event in New York, volunteer leaders and young representatives argued that stronger volunteer systems, safer digital tools and youth-led action are essential to delivering the Sustainable…
Tea market seen reaching $31.89 billion by 2035
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Market Research Future projects the global tea market will rise from $20.67 billion in 2024 to $31.89 billion by 2035, driven by premium, organic and wellness-focused products.
Best, Periodt. lands organic pads and liners in CVS
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Best, Periodt. launched organic, biodegradable pads and panty liners at select CVS Pharmacy stores and on cvs.com on June 12, 2026. The expansion gives the Black-founded period care brand wider retail reach ahead of Fibroid Awareness Month, as…
Baboo Travel bets on 72-hour micro-cations
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Baboo Travel is rolling out hyper-curated three-day itineraries aimed at travelers squeezed by burnout, high prices and limited vacation time.
is*hosting joins OpenSSL Foundation’s Code Protectors program
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is*hosting has joined the OpenSSL Foundation’s Code Protectors program as part of Hosting for Good, its effort to support essential infrastructure in both the physical and digital world.
Ohio State vaccine enters human trial path for leishmaniasis
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Researchers at The Ohio State University are moving a first-ever leishmaniasis vaccine toward human testing after strong animal results and FDA clearance as an investigational new drug.
World Food Prize names 40 top agri-food pioneers for 2026
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The World Food Prize Foundation has named 40 scientists, policymakers, community builders and innovators as its 2026 Top Agri-food Pioneers.
WMF 2026 brings 3,000 startups and investors to Bologna
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World Startup & VC Fest returns June 24-26 at WMF 2026 in Bologna, drawing more than 3,000 startups, investors, and corporates from 80+ countries.
ISAC names 2026 award winners at CYTO in Florida
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The International Society for Advancement of Cytometry announced its 2026 Society Awards and recognized three Shared Resource Laboratories at CYTO 2026 in West Palm Beach, Florida.
Menstrual cup market seen reaching $1.62 billion by 2035
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The global menstrual cup market is projected to grow from $1.04 billion in 2026 to $1.62 billion by 2035, according to Market Research Future.
Colombia passes first Latin America law banning female genital mutilation
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Colombia’s Senate approved Bill 440 on June 10, 2026, making the country the first in Latin America to prohibit female genital mutilation.
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