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Researchers from Wales have found strong evidence that the shingles vaccine might reduce the risk of developing dementia

What's Right: Major Breakthrough in brain-computer interface tech now gives people with severe paralysis the ability to speak again

The classic road conflict: car drivers V cyclists. A mixture of different speeds, limited road space and a lack of awareness, create a palpable tension between cars and cycles. This episode of knowledge bites gives you an update on the rules and some tips to deal calmly with each other.

England is making free morning-after pills available for free at pharmacies across the entire country, ending regional disparities in access.

Several towns in France and Belgium have started handing out free chickens to residents. The French city of Colmar launched the initiative in 2015 to reduce food waste. Get all the details on today`s "What`s Right with the world."

Michiel Roumieux is a partner for tax at PwC Luxembourg. He joins Erin to discuss key tax issues and developments in Luxembourg. While the conversation coincidentally takes place on April 1st, there’s no trickery involved, just an engaging and informative discussion about tax policies and their impact on businesses and individuals in Luxembourg. Michiel shares his background and how he became invo...

Claudio, the founder of Vinyl Harvest, shares the story behind his record shop in Esch-sur-Alzette and its deeper mission beyond just selling vinyl. With a background as a DJ, Claudio was inspired to establish Vinyl Harvest when he noticed a decline in vinyl usage in clubs. Determined to preserve the physical music medium, he expanded from a web shop to the store with a friend’s support. Claudio e...

Radio ARA participated at the Festival des Migrations in March 2025. A huge thanks to Clae for organising this great event and allowing us to participate. Here are a few impressions of the festival!

2024 was a record year for the installation of renewable energy around the world. 92.5% of all new electricity brought online came from clean energy sources, most notably solar and wind power. Get all the details on today's "What's Right with the World".

The New Zealand Electricity Authority predicts that by 2040, 100% of their electricity grid will come from renewable energy, a potentially historic milestone. Get all the details on today's "What's Right with the World".

How can we make hidden disabilities more visible? Tune in to Local Matters as Be Human tackles inclusion, disability rights, and new airport initiatives for better accessibility! Listen to the entire interview with Nadia Kendall.

Looking at the gigs for the next 2 weeks, from Curtis Stigers to Dizzee Rascal, we have it all here!

Despite decades of overfishing, Southeast Asia’s fishing ecosystem has remained consistently healthy, according to a new study out of Hokkaido University in Japan. Get all the details on today's "What's Right with the World".

Irish-born singer-songwriter John Meehan, now based in Luxembourg, is gearing up for his much-anticipated EP release show on the 29th March at Rocas Bar. In this interview, Meehan reflects on his musical evolution, songwriting process, and the dynamic music scene in Luxembourg. Having picked up the guitar at 12, Meehan began writing songs in his 20s, drawing inspiration from legends like Elvis Cos...

Paris votes to pedestrianize 500 streets, cutting cars and adding green spaces. Despite 66% approval, turnout was just 4%, sparking debate. Get all the details on today's "What's Right with the World".

The introduction of a 4-day workweek in Iceland in 2019 has proven to be successful nearly six years later. Productivity has remained stable, even increasing in some industries and almost all workers have reported better mental health and less stress. Get all the details on today's "What's Right with the World".

The United Kingdom’s 2024 emissions fell to their lowest level since 1872. While the pace of emissions cuts would need to accelerate a little bit to reach the UK’s net-zero goal for 2050, this is a promising sign in the fight against climate change. Get all the details on today's "What's Right with the World".

A South African court banned commercial fishing at key breeding colonies for African penguins yesterday, in what is being called a milestone in the fight to save the distinctive African birds. Get all the details on today's "What's Right with the World".

Sold out shows and a big tribute act this week in Luxembourg!

Two astronauts, Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, who have been stranded on the ISS for the past nine months, are set to return to Earth later today or early tomorrow. Get all the details on today's "What's Right with the World".

Geoff Thompson from the British and Irish Film Festival joins us to share insights about the festival’s highly anticipated Spring Edition, running from 18th - 22nd March. With an exciting selection of films, the festival offers a mix of dramas, documentaries, and short films, showcasing the rich storytelling traditions of British and Irish cinema. The festival officially begins on March 22, with d...

This week on the PwC People Pulse we welcomed Vincent Hein, Director at Fondation Idea, and Patrick Schon Partner at PwC Luxembourg, to discuss the upcoming Journée de l’Économie, taking place on 24th March at the Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce. Organised by PwC, the Ministry of Economy, and the Chamber of Commerce, this annual event brings together business leaders, policymakers, and academics to...

In our latest episode of the interview series on women in STEM, Jessica Bauly, a marketing manager in tech, shares her thoughts on being a mom working in a tech company.

Two historic peace deals—Syria’s ceasefire with Kurdish forces and Armenia-Azerbaijan’s agreement—offer hope amid rising global conflicts. Get all the details on today's "What's Right with the World".

The second episode of Money Talks is here! In episode 2, Mihaela sits down with Marianne Donven, social entrepreneur and advocate for refugee rights. *This is a paid partnership with ALFI.*