Environment
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Campaigners Call for Public Access to English Riverbanks
Although many people want to visit rivers during hot weather, data shows that about seventy-five percent of England's riverbanks have no public access. Furthermore, ninety-six percent of rivers lack any legal right to the water itself. Campaigners are calling on the new government to change the laws and give people a right to roam, arguing that visiting nature makes citizens healthier and happier.
Scientists Win Prestigious Award for Discovering a New Class of Magnetism
Three scientists have won a prestigious physics prize for discovering a new class of magnetism called altermagnetism. For over a century, researchers believed there were only two kinds of magnetic materials. However, altermagnets combine the characteristics of both older types. They have no net magnetic power, but they still produce strong electrical currents. This discovery could help engineers build much faster computer memories and study advanced physics. Many groups around the world are now researching this exciting new field.
How Traditional Knowledge Can Create Better Food Systems
Traditional knowledge can help us build stronger and healthier food systems. Researchers have studied thirty-nine scientific papers from around the world. They found that modern health programs often ignore local culture. However, respecting Indigenous traditions can help us protect nature and fight climate change. Professor Nitya Rao warned that over six hundred million people might face food shortages by 2030. Successful projects, like special food guidelines and mobile apps, show that listening to local communities is the best way to improve global health.