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The volunteer search and rescue ships saving migrants from the sea As European politicians crack down on ‘small boats’, civilians are taking to sea to save those at risk of drowning Politics Society World
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UK rivers are too polluted to swim in – but European countries offer solutions What can be done about the UK’s deteriorating waters? For answers, look to European countries that have cleared up theirs Conservation Environment Politics Society
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The surprisingly simple solution to poverty that is changing lives What if we just give money directly to people who need it? It’s a simple idea that is catching on, with encouraging results Economics Politics Society
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What went right this week: psychedelics for mental health, plus more Australia recognised psychedelics as medicine, an Amazon fightback began, and renewables neared a milestone, plus more Conservation Environment Health Politics Society
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