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EU environment ministers have approved stricter EU limits for air pollutants, such as harmful gases and particulate matter. This revision of the Ambient Air Quality Directive has been welcomed by environmentalists and public health advocates.

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Engineers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed a new method to generate drinking water. The solar-powered desalination system adapts its energy consumption based on sunlight availability. Get all the details on today's "What's right with the world". Photo: Climate Centre via flickr

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The Living Library is back at Esch-sur-Alzette! Andreja came on the Breakfast Show with Erin to discuss how a living library works and to talk more about this edition's theme: who are public spaces for? The theme looks to explore discrimination and equality in public spaces, and gives visitors a chance to hear a different perspective.

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Getting Children into Reading at the International Children's Literature Festival "Book On". Justin came in to the studio to tell us more about the festival and how the events going on are not just about books, but also theatre and film. They look at other ways to get involved. If you are interested head over to the website: https://vaikuzeme.lt/projektai/childrens-literature-festival-book-on/

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A controversial but effective treatment for meth addiction is gaining ground in California, USA. It concerns contingency management, which involves giving small rewards in exchange for negative drug tests.

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Due to Europe's climate warming, olive trees can no longer survive the Spanish - often - sweltering heat. But many olive trees have found a new home in .... Hungary!

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Back in the glory days of 1871, when handlebar mustaches were all the rage, Brasserie par actions de Diekirch was born with a cool one million francs in its pocket. The Dikrecher brewery had more name changes than a pop star and shuffled owners like a deck of cards over the next century. Fast forward a bit over a decade to 1886, and voilà – this is when the Brasserie went to TOWN! It was now the Royal Grand Ducal Brewery of Diekirch and the Maltoserie de Mersch, part of a French company with a cool 5 million capital. Classy, right? Find out more at www.bourgmeisterin.com!

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The Irish Mary Fleming is a rising start in Ireland's second-hand fashion industry. Her shop 'Change Clothes' focuses on reducing clothing waste by encouraging people to swap, reuse, repair and repurpose garments. The organisation hosts swap shops, pop-up events, and workshops across Ireland, teaching people how to mend and upcycle clothes under the motto: 'Because secondhand is feckin' grand'.

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In a move to make public transport more accessible in Portugal, the country has introduced a new monthly rail pass granting unlimited travel across all national train services.

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All EU member states are obliged to recognize changes of first name and gender obtained in other EU countries. The European court of Justice has issued this ruling after Romanian authorities refused to issue a new birth certificate for Arian Mirzarafie-Ahi, a man with dual Romanian and British nationality who legally changed his gender in the UK. Get all the details on today's "What's right with the World". Photo: Robert Glod via flickr

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Miami University Luxembourg Foundation proudly present "EVERY VOTE COUNTS!" a talk on the 2024 US election featuring guest speaker Dr. Carolyn Jefferson-Jenkins, Ph.D.. Carlo Krieger, a board member of the foundation came by the ARA City Radio studios to talk more about what can be expected at the event and how US politics differ from what we expect in Europe. How women and minorities vote are especially important in Swing States where the candidates try to increase their small margins. The talk will include what the current demographic trends and issues are for these voters. Sign up to attend the talk by emailing contact.mulf@gmail.com

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Tonight, Casino opens the exhibition Black Air featuring multimedia art works, sound art and visual installations by several artists. US-based sound artist Jeff Kolar is going to host a performance and a workshop dedicated to radio art, in the framework of the exhibition. Franziska invited him on the microphone for an interview.

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Villads set off 2 months ago for a cycling trip from the most northern part of mainland Europe to the most southern. He is currently roughly 5,000km in and stopping here in Luxembourg. Listen to this episode to find out more about life on the road and the experience of such a journey! You can keep up to date with Villads on instagram @_vibp

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Sue from the Book Stand at the International Bazar talks about an upcoming rare book sale event on the 5/6th October in Bofferdange. All proceeds of the sale go towards the charities supported by the International Bazar. Go along and find your next rare gem!

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Did you know that the number of apple trees in Luxembourg have decreased in the last 80 years? Bill from Ramborn came onto the Breakfast Show and spoke to Erin about the state of cider in Luxembourg and what Ramborn does to harvest the apples that are turned into apple juice and cider. He also highlights the apple picking event that is occurring at the Ramborn orchards this weekend. Find out more here https://www.ramborn.com/actualite/event-participate-in-ramborns-2024-public-harvest-during-the-harvest-weekend/ [This is a sponsored post]

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Petra comes on the Breakfast Show to talk all about Tulips! At a charity event hosted by the Dutch Ambassador people are encouraged to come and buy bulbs or paint flower pots. Tulips have long been part of the Dutch identity, so listen here to find out more!

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Hynek joins Erin on the Breakfast Show to discuss the CinEast festival that shows off Central and Eastern European Culture through cinema, exhibitions, debates and more! It's the 17th edition of the festival this year and there is a specific country focus on Croatia. find the whole programme at cineast.lu

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Parents in Sweden can now transfer paid parental leave days to people who are not a legal guardian, including grandparents and friends. The law allows parents to transfer up to 45 days of their paid leave to someone who isn't the child's legal guardian. For single parents, up to 90 days can be transferred.

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Picture this: the mid-1950s, a time of exploration and discovery, when a brewing family from Niederkerschen embarked on a quest to expand their empire beyond the realms of hops and barley. And who better to lead the charge than the intrepid geologist Michel Lucius? Find out more at www.bourgmeisterin.com!

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The UK is finishing with coal power after 142 years of exploiting mines and burning coal. The country's last coal power station finished operations yesterday after running since 1967.

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With episode 2 comes a conversation all about sustainability and how it has become a talking point in recruitment. It's a topic of concern for many job seekers as well as companies creating new jobs around sustainability. Claire and Emmanuel are well suited to talk about this topic and bring up the importance of this emerging sector. Listen to the episode to find out more! [this is sponsored content]

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India has expanded its healthcare programme to provide citizens aged 70 and above with annual medical insurance coverage. This initiative is expected to benefit an additional 60 million people. The expanded programme builds on a 2018 healthcare initiative, which already covers over half a billion citizens. Get all the details on today's "What's right with the world". Photo: wikicommons

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Schuman, once a rising star, found himself facing the aftermath of his 1940 vote for Pétain – a decision that stirred up more trouble than a stirred martini. Initially, things weren't all sunshine and rainbows. His 1940 Pétain connection and ministerial duties made him a bit of a political pariah. In September 1944, General Jean de Lattre de Tassigny decided, "Hey, let's get Schuman on board as a political advisor for Alsace-Lorraine." However, Minister of War Andre Diethelm was having none of it, demanding that this "product of Vichy" be shown the door faster than you can say "political controversy." Find out more at www.bourgmeisterin.com!

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Georges joins Erin on the Breakfast Show to talk about the upcoming 41st Birthday celebrations of Kulturfabrik. Why celebrate the 41st birthday? Georges will explain all, including a complicated start to the Kulturfabrik and a look towards the future. Find out more here: https://www.kulturfabrik.lu/

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Erin and Charlotte venture outside of the studio to see The Pope on his one day visit to Luxembourg! This is the first time a Pope has been to Luxembourg in 40 years. Charlotte interviews people in the street who are excited to see the Pope, whilst Erin is in the room with the speeches, hearing the message of His Holiness Pope Francis and a welcome from Prime Minister Luc Frieden.

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