Francesco Lapenta, Founding Director of JCU's Institute of Future and Innovation Studies, describes the paradox of energy-driven progress and shortsighted innovation. He argues that solving the

Francesco Lapenta, Founding Director of JCU's Institute of Future and Innovation Studies, describes the paradox of energy-driven progress and shortsighted innovation. He argues that solving the climate crisis requires collaborative governance and socially responsible energy innovation. Developed nations, having benefited most and polluted most, must lead in sustainable energy solutions and offer equitable alternatives to developing countries.

Lapenta emphasizes that universities must cultivate leaders who understand the shared responsibility for humanity's future. The JCU Institute supports this by promoting international collaboration and transdisciplinary research on high-impact innovations, aiming for accountability and good governance. This talk was delivered at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Leafcutter bees are solitary, gentle pollinators that construct leaf-based egg chambers, provisioning them with nectar and pollen. A female may create up to 20 such cells, like the one seen in

Leafcutter bees are solitary, gentle pollinators that construct leaf-based egg chambers, provisioning them with nectar and pollen. A female may create up to 20 such cells, like the one seen in this footage of a bee emerging in the UK. Many species exist globally, including 63 in Florida. (Thanks to Emily Doorish: [Twitter](https://twitter.com/EDoorish), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/EmiliagoXD)).

Bees are also remarkably complex. Expert Stephen Buchmann notes they feel emotions, process long-term memories during sleep, and may even dream, raising ethical questions about their treatment. Learn more about bee intelligence: [here](https://biodiv.us/3n2sePr).

The Center for Biological Diversity, a 501c3 nonprofit, works to secure a future for all species by protecting the lands, waters, and climate they need. Discover more: [biologicaldiversity.org](https://www.biologicaldiversity.org/).

This video documents a Norwegian-funded project, a strategic partnership between Norway, FAO, and Jordan's Ministry of Agriculture, transforming agrifood systems and aligning with the 2030

This video documents a Norwegian-funded project, a strategic partnership between Norway, FAO, and Jordan's Ministry of Agriculture, transforming agrifood systems and aligning with the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda. It showcases how international cooperation modernizes the agricultural sector.

A unique participatory model involves 27 beneficiaries—Jordanians, Syrian refugees, men, and women—collectively managing 27 greenhouses. This fosters expertise exchange, diverse crop production, and market scale, empowering vulnerable youth and rural women. The project embodies FAO's "Four Betters" (Better Production, Nutrition, Environment, Life), ensuring sustainable development leaves no one behind.

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Tammy Ramos, a youth organizer with Communities for a Better Environment (CBE), led a lawsuit against the city of Los Angeles. Living in Wilmington, home to extensive oil operations, Tammy and

Tammy Ramos, a youth organizer with Communities for a Better Environment (CBE), led a lawsuit against the city of Los Angeles. Living in Wilmington, home to extensive oil operations, Tammy and other youth plaintiffs challenged the city's approval of oil drilling without proper environmental review, a violation of state law.

Despite intervention from the California Independent Petroleum Association (CIPA), whose claims were dismissed by appellate and Supreme Courts, the youth prevailed. This victory prompted Los Angeles to implement stronger environmental reviews for drilling projects. Tammy continues to fight environmental racism, inspiring fellow youth leaders to drive change in their communities.

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Public assistance is sought for Janiyah Kennedy, an 11-year-old Indigenous girl missing from Winnipeg, Manitoba, since May 7, 2026. This channel also features over 2400 videos on MMIW+ and

Public assistance is sought for Janiyah Kennedy, an 11-year-old Indigenous girl missing from Winnipeg, Manitoba, since May 7, 2026. This channel also features over 2400 videos on MMIW+ and Indigenous issues. Janiyah is 5’2”, 105 lbs, thin build, hazel eyes, and long dark-brown hair. She was last seen around 10:45 p.m. on May 7, 2026, in Winnipeg's Chalmers neighbourhood. Police and family are deeply concerned.

If you have information, please contact the Winnipeg Police Service at 204-986-6250, the Bear Clan Patrol at 204-794-3568, or Morgan's Warriors Search Team at 431-996-3966. For anonymous tips, call Winnipeg Crime Stoppers at 204-786-8477 (TIPS). Reference # C26-106578.

Join Dr. Blaine Cole to explore the western harvester ant's fascinating life cycle. This widespread North American species, known for large nest mounds, has been studied by Dr. Cole for 33 years.

Join Dr. Blaine Cole to explore the western harvester ant's fascinating life cycle. This widespread North American species, known for large nest mounds, has been studied by Dr. Cole for 33 years. His talk covers how new queens form new colonies and factors determining their survival and decades-long lifespan.

Dr. Cole, a University of Houston Professor, specializes in ant behavior and ecology. He has extensively researched ants, focusing for 33 years on the population biology of the western harvester ant (*Pogonomyrmex occidentalis*) with Diane Wiernasz.

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This episode of The Circular Economy Show explores the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s