#7 - Week of Mon Jan. 12th, 2026
1. Community Rescues a Pod of Dolphins
In Nova Scotia, locals and volunteer responders worked together to save a group of 16 beached dolphins, showing how quick action and teamwork can make a big difference for wildlife.
2. Millions Lifted Out of Poverty in India
A UNDP/Oxford report shows that over 400 million people in India have escaped multidimensional poverty over the past 15 years, thanks to expanded services, skills training, and inclusion efforts.
3. New Long-Distance Trail in Mexico
The Yucatán Peninsula opened its first long-distance hiking and cycling trail through Maya communities, blending cultural preservation with sustainable tourism.
4. Filipino Nurses Save 35 Newborns From Fire
Two nurses in Manila rescued all 35 premature infants from a hospital fire by manually ventilating them as they carried them to safety, a heroic act of care and courage.
5. Free Transit for Trade-Ins in Barcelona
To reduce emissions and promote greener living, Barcelona now offers three years of free public transit to residents who give up cars that don’t meet environmental standards.