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Researchers from Apopo, a Belgian-founded, Tanzania-based NGO, have trained eight African giant pouched rats to sniff out pangolin scales, rhino horns, elephant tusks and hardwood. The rats can be deployed in the fight against endangered wildlife trafficking.

Researchers from Japan have successfully made and launched into space the first ever wooden satellite. They believe that timber is a space-grade material that could one day even be used to build houses on Mars. The satellite, Lignosat, is crafted from honoki wood - a kind of magnolia tree - without screws or glue to hold it together.

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Be that the Romans or Industrialisation, the leithmotif was the same – iron

The Cop 16 biodiversity conference delegates have made the historic decision to establish a new body that will include Indigenous representatives in nature conservation decisions - a major acknowledgement of the critical role Indigenous communities play in protecting the environment and addressing climate change.

Iranian Diaspora Luxembourg are showing the Oscar-nominated film "The Red Suitcase" and inviting attendees to join a discussion. The film looks at an Iranian woman who leaves Iran and comes to Luxembourg. It was directed by Cyrus Neshvad, a Luxembourgish director of Iranian origin. Erin spoke to Shabnam on the Breakfast Show to learn more about the film, and Iranian Diaspora, a new a.s.b.l in Luxembourg. The screening is at Ciné Utopia on November 5th from 18:30-20:30 To find out more contact: iraniandialux@gmail.com

One of the world's most successful musicals is coming to Luxembourg. Next week, Pirate Productions is going to bring "The Sound of Music" to Mamer. In our interview, director Victor Bonnano and actress Catriona Gillham tell us all about it. For more info and the last tickets, go to wwww.pirateprudctions.lu.

IKEA Germany has pledged €6 million to a new fund intended to support victims of forced labor under the former East German Communist regime. Get all the details on today's "What's right with the world". Photo: Raimond Spekking via Wikimedia Commons

ARA City Radio has a new feature! Every Wednesday at 9:10am, Jon is going to recommend the best gigs of the upcoming week to you! From indie rock and pop to techno and metal - Jon brings you the most eclectic mix of concert recommendations. Tune in every Wednesday or listen back here.

A German study shows that exercising only on weekends is just as good as exercising daily. Get all the details on today's "What's right with the world".

Today we're discovering Differdange - one iron nickel at a time;) Would you be surprised to hear that iron was mined there as early as the Roman times? You better be because it's true! Miami university and all these things are great, but how about Differdange being the center of iron industry's attention mid 20th century? That's what we're saying

In this latest edition of the PwC People Pulse, Dominique and Aline join Erin on the Breakfast Show to talk about PwC's new building. After 10 years at Crystal Park, the company are moving to a brand new PWC Campus. Listen to the podcast to find out why the move is happening and what the new building will have in store. [this is sponsored content]

During a summit in Samoa, the 56 nations of the Commonwealth have agreed to launch formal talks on reparations for the slave trade and colonial injustices. Get all the details on today's "What's right with the world". Photo: wikicommons

In a historic event, important artefacts of the Australian Aborigine Warlpiri community were returned after more than 50 years in Germany. Get all the details on today's "What's right with the world". Photo: Jun via flickr

Maz Univerze has a new song out called "Baby Vampire" so he came on the Breakfast Show to tell us more about it. He talks about what a release week looks like, his creative process and the meaning behind the song.

The British government has announced a ban on single-use vapes starting next June. The ban is aimed at reducing both environmental damage and the rising use of vapes among children.

This is the 2nd part about the man behind the illumination of the entire cities using only the batteries at the end of the 19th century! Have a listen to how his business skyrocketed thanks to the fruitful collaboration with a pal called Adolf Muller (who tried to screw him over in the end, but got busted hashtag#karma

A record number of at least 11 US states have enacted laws to restrict PFAS in consumer products like cookware and cosmetics as well as firefighting foam. These measures also include industry requirements for testing, cleanup, and the developments of PFAS alternatives.

Franziska has invited Maribel Casas, director of the Luxembourg Center for Architecture Luca, to talk about their initiatives to involve the public in architectural planning. Tonight, Luca is hosting a lecture on affordable living, presenting different innovative examples from Europe.

With 15% of the Portuguese archipelago's waters now designated as fully protected and a further as highly protected - totaling 287.000 km2 - Portugal is now home to the largest Marine Protected Area (MPA) network in Europe.