Volunteers and local residents have cleaned up unauthorized landfills in the Belomorsky reserve and a forestry area near Arkhangelsk, removing 17 tons of waste. The Clean Arctic project plans further cleanup missions in Chukotka and other northern regions.
The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) has issued new security guidance for mosques, advising lockdown drills and enhanced police ties due to rising anti-Muslim attacks and vandalism. The framework aims to prepare places of worship for threats like intimidation and targeted hostility.
The Muslim Council of Britain has issued new security guidance for mosques, advising lockdown drills and improved CCTV, due to rising anti-Muslim attacks and vandalism. The framework aims to enhance preparedness and community resilience.
The National Trust of South Australia (NTSA) will undergo a parliamentary inquiry after a campaign by disgruntled volunteers. The inquiry follows internal conflicts, including the dismissal of Moonta branch leadership and planned property sales to address a deficit, impacting tourism.
Russia's FSB has detained three individuals accused of plotting terrorist attacks in Tyumen, Krasnodar, and Adygea Regions on behalf of Ukrainian special services. The suspects allegedly planned sabotage and attacks on military personnel, a volunteer organization, and infrastructure, with evidence including seized explosives and correspondence with handlers.
Paul Powlesland, a lawyer and environmental campaigner, faces prosecution by the Environment Agency for illegally cleaning a section of the River Roding without a permit. He organized volunteers to remove 200 bags of rubbish, branches, and silt over 10 days.
Activists in China are working covertly to help vulnerable women subjected to forced marriage and trafficking, operating in the shadows due to government crackdowns. The 'chained woman' incident in 2022 spurred a new wave of feminism focused on these issues, highlighting systemic failures despite official anti-trafficking efforts.
The Avondvierdaagse, a Dutch tradition of four-day evening walks, sees thousands of children explore neighborhoods with friends and family. Originating from military training, it now promotes physical activity, resilience, and community bonding, embodying the Dutch concept of 'Gezelligheid'.
Victor Harbor resident Jackson Baker, who has neurofibromatosis and an intellectual disability, experienced severe respiratory issues due to South Australia's algal bloom. His mother, Kirsty Whitehead, criticized the SA government's "inaccessible" and "inconsistent" public health information, particularly the lack of "easy read" formats. A volunteer survey by The Algal Bloom Shed collected symptom data, revealing common issues like coughs and headaches, which were not fully reflected in official advice.
Volunteers from the Clean Arctic project and Arktikugol Trust Company have cleared 30 tons of scrap metal from Piramida, a former Soviet mining town on the Spitsbergen archipelago. The collected waste will be transported for processing, highlighting Russia's commitment to environmental responsibility in the region.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo's football team arrived in Houston for their first World Cup since 1974, showcasing style and resilience despite challenges like the Ebola outbreak and US isolation periods. The team received a warm welcome from local volunteers and the Congolese expat community.
Ukraine plans to increase military wages by one-third to 30,000 hryvnias and offer fixed-term contracts to boost recruitment. President Zelenskyy also aims to recruit more foreign volunteers. Meanwhile, Russia's Putin claims Ukrainian drone strikes aim to sow confusion and damage the economy, though he admits some economic damage.
Australia's Community Refugee Integration and Settlement Program (Crisp) has been lauded for its success in resettling nearly 1,000 refugees and strengthening social cohesion. A review found high rates of long-term housing, employment, and English language training among participants, with volunteers also reporting enriching experiences.
Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0 in the World Cup opener at Estadio Azteca, providing a temporary reprieve from the country's social unrest, as protesters clashed with police outside while fans celebrated inside.
Former detective Dave Grimstead founded Locate International (LI) to tackle cold cases, contrasting the reality of lengthy investigations with crime dramas. LI trains volunteers to assist police with long-term missing persons and unidentified bodies, inspired by the RNLI.
Over 35 million ecological environment volunteers are actively contributing to China's ecological civilization construction, embodying President Xi Jinping's call for shared responsibility and collective action in building a beautiful China. Their grassroots efforts in river protection, bird conservation, and marine waste management are transforming environmental awareness into tangible action and positive change.
John Follmer, an Iraq vet and LA County advisor, revitalizes a neglected garden on the West LA VA Campus. The garden offers peace and purpose to homeless veterans, serving as an escape from campus turmoil and a step towards creating a true community, not just a shelter.
An explosion in Kaungtup village, Shan State, Myanmar, killed 38-40 people. The blast is believed to have involved unstable gelignite stored in the village for mining. The Ta'ang National Liberation Army (TNLA), which controls the area, stated an investigation is ongoing.
Tasmania Police acknowledges the success of volunteer group FOLLO in finding human remains, believed to be those of missing 76-year-old Peter Willoughby, and expresses openness to learning from their methods.
The Cerne Giant, a 55-metre-tall chalk figure in Dorset, undergoes rechalking every 7-10 years, but climate change effects like algae growth and intense rainfall necessitate more frequent restoration, with the National Trust adapting techniques to preserve the hundreds-year-old landmark.
Volunteers are removing hundreds of rusted shopping trolleys from Moores Creek in Rockhampton, Australia. The dumping harms wildlife and pollutes waterways. Responsibility for cleanup is debated among local council, state government, and supermarkets, with fines and new technologies proposed as solutions.
Finnish President Alexander Stubb strongly condemned Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's actions after a video showed aid volunteers being humiliated. Three Finnish volunteers reported inhumane treatment, including sleep deprivation and threats of sexual violence, after their ship was intercepted en route to Gaza.
Volunteers have resumed the search for the Usoltsev family, who disappeared in the taiga near Kuturchin in September 2025. The search, involving five specialists, will last three days. Local authorities have denied rumors of mass evacuations in the area.
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