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Edition 95

August 19, 2026

Discover inspiring stories of Indigenous land protection, groundbreaking honors, incredible survival, and happier remote workers!

Brazil marks borders for isolated Indigenous group in the Amazon after decades

Brazil marks borders for isolated Indigenous group in the Amazon after decades

Brazil has officially marked the borders of an isolated Indigenous group's Amazon territory, a crucial step towards final legal recognition after decades of threats. This physical demarcation aims to protect the Kawahiva people and their home from land-grabbers and loggers.

Conservation news

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Angélique Kidjo becomes the first Black African honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

Angélique Kidjo becomes the first Black African honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

Angélique Kidjo makes history as the first Black African to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame! A monumental achievement celebrating her incredible career.

France24

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Adorable seven-year-old dons dozens of sweaters to take record, donates all to charity

Adorable seven-year-old dons dozens of sweaters to take record, donates all to charity

Seven-year-old Skyler broke the record for most sweaters worn at once, donating all 50 to charity! He bravely layered up, proving that giving back can be a world record-breaking achievement.

Guinness World Records

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Man Rescued Alive After 15 Days Trapped in Underwater Cave in Complete Darkness

Man Rescued Alive After 15 Days Trapped in Underwater Cave in Complete Darkness

Miraculously, a fisherman was found alive after 15 days trapped in a pitch-black underwater cave. Dedicated divers refused to give up, leading to an extraordinary rescue and a second chance at life.

Sunny Skyz

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Remote workers report the highest well-being in study of 7,700 employees

Remote workers report the highest well-being in study of 7,700 employees

Remote workers report the highest well-being, defying employer fears of isolation and disengagement. This suggests prioritizing employee choice in work location can lead to better outcomes and lower turnover.

Hacker News

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Did You Know?

World Humanitarian Day was established by the United Nations General Assembly to commemorate the death of Sergio Vieira de Mello and 21 of his fellow humanitarians in a bombing of the Baghdad headquarters of the UN. On August 19th, we remember these heroes, who work every day to make the world a better place for the less fortunate, the underprivileged, and those living in places of war, starvation, and pestilence.

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