The UK gov't has published its "Local Power Plan." The idea of removing barriers preventing local communities from generating energy is great - but is this plan really designed to benefit our communities?

Knife crime is falling - we're told. Violent attacks however leave victims needing to heal from trauma as well as their physical wounds. This man helps to prevent stabbing victims from becoming perpetrators.

A project blending photography, poetry and food stands in gentle defiance against Big Ag's dominant business model - using stories to remind us that - as humans - we are inextricably connected to the land.

Better campaigns - based on WHY people choose to buy ivory - will help with a long-term solution to the problem of ivory trading. Though illegal, it's still going on in Asia - rather like fox hunting in the UK.

People don't trust politicians to protect our countryside. The People need to do that - as shown by a poll which reveals a growing rejection of the false choice between our natural environment and homes.

True masculine energy builds movements - protects communities - and stands against empires. Masculine energy does not mean gaining power over others. Is it time for us all to remember the truth of this?

Speech to signing translation, innovative design of spaces and boosting the use of sign language by hearing people - new UK projects are bringing benefits for deaf people - and the whole community, too.

People experiencing homelessness have proved they are more than just a sad statistic - they're creators! A new anthology shares tales of overcoming adversity and reminds us - we're all part of one humanity.

In Senegal, a School of Husbands is reducing domestic violence and infant mortality. Over 300 men so far have taken a brave step towards questioning traditional roles - and finding a better way to do things.

Breeding birds have increased 900% in just 20yrs - thanks to the wilding of a dead and polluted site in Sussex. Butterflies - and other flying life - are also up. A wonderful story of how fast nature can recover.

Shattered schools in Syria - from years of conflict - are being rebuilt, not by the government or NGOs, but by communities. People give time, skills and - if they can - money so children can have an education.

Abandoned oil refineries - once barren industrial wastelands - are becoming havens for wildlife. Once communities decide to protect these spaces, they're wonderful - and green - heartlands of resilience.

"Keep it simple" is the principle of a man who began his solar harnessing innovation by balancing biscuit tins in his garden. Plus - micro-solar panels, so small and thin they fit on backpacks - and even phones.

Authoritarianism isn't usually humorous. But the UK gov't has banned an Arabic word and the police - following orders from the state - give the BBC as the source of legislation that justifies arrests.

The first ever animal abuse charges have been brought against dolphin hunters on the Faroe Islands. With more than 1,000 dolphins killed this year alone, could this case bring an end to this barbaric practice?

A beautiful and peaceful lullaby - with unforgettable imagery. This video is a powerful message that people want peace. It's a tragedy - as well as an ongoing act of evil - that our politicians clearly don't.

A project to diagnose where pollution in rivers comes from, is launching. This looks like a good thing - although, evidence already tells us where the pollution's coming from - water and sewage companies.

Palestine’s first para-cyclist team aims to take part in the 2028 Paralympics. Their training takes place under Israeli occupation of Gaza, against all the odds - including amputation, bombardment and famine.

The PM and gov't of Bulgaria have resigned - in response to a call to do so from the People they serve. Corruption is cited as the main reason for the call to go, but the point is - this is a gov't that's listening.

Black Friday is a symptom of our dysfunctional economic system. "Growth" means - make more products - sell more products - put more waste in landfill. There's a better way - as this clothing business shows.

Old musical instruments are rescued from landfill - repaired - and given a new life in the hands of children and teenagers. Young people - with "new old" instruments - are now able to enjoy playing music.

Some super-rich people would love to share some of their wealth - to make the world work better - the trouble is, asking the gov't won't work. The gov't prefers to tax those with less. Time for a new system?

Uganda used to have a vibrant tourist industry - but conflict ended it. Now, however, tourism is set to thrive again - with visitors able to enjoy an authentic wildlife experience in this East African gem.

Rising numbers of people are choosing to eat chemical-free, locally produced food. With supermarkets deceiving us about food provenance and quality - now's the time to start buying from local producers.

A remote Arctic island was dying - with hardly any people or income. But the tiny community had an idea. It was crazy - but it was less crazy than their other ideas! The island survived - and is now thriving.