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A group of Danish pensioners have brought back mussels to a Danish fjord, bringing the mussels back from near-extinction. The retirees are self-taught and have become experts in the field of mussels. They are proud because they know what they do makes a difference as their work has improved the oxygen content of the water.

The Rainy Days festival at the Philharmonie champions new music and this year the theme is extreme! Listen here to the interview with Catherine Kontz, the organiser of the event. She tells us what extreme means in music and how the festival has embraced it. Catherine highlights some of the pieces that are being performed, including one of her own that lasts 12 hours! Find out more information abou...

A.b.s.l.s RYSE and Sourrire have organised a evening for refugees here in Luxembourg to tell their story. Francesca from RYSE came on the Breakfast Show to tell us more about the event, the journey as to how it came about and the preparation that has been put into it. You can find more details about the event here: https://www.rotondes.lu/en/agenda/chemins-croises

Young Philippine female entrepreneurs have started to preserve traditional crafts by working with local weavers and embroiderers from a small village to create beautiful traditionally hand-made garments, thus preserving the indigenous culture through fashion.

Musician Minky Très-Vain, who you might know as a member of both the Kid and I or Brain Ape, came on the Breakfast Show. He talks about his upcoming tour, the way in which he makes music and his connection with Luxembourg and Radio ARA.

Simon, who you might know from his rock show, The House is Rockin', on Radio ARA, has helped organise collection points for the Poppy Appeal. He came on the Breakfast Show to tell us more about the Poppy's and the work that the Royal British Legion do. We also talked about his love of rock music and he gave updates on which collections have raised the most money for charity. Find more about Simon'...

Our News Reader Charlotte attended the breakfast get together organised by the US Embassy to watch the presidential election results. She arrived just as Donald Trump took Pennsylvania, and with that the presidency, so Charlotte got the raw reactions of those at the event. She spoke to attendees about topics like their reactions, what this means for Europe and asking the question: is America ready...

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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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 Luxe...

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".

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.

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.