Bill Gates invests in sun-dimming technology. UK scientists receive CAD$2.1 M to develop laser system that can remove brain cancer cells without injuring any healthy tissue. How the Youth Warrior Program helps First Nations youth. After failing to reach a deal in 2020 with the Trump administration, President Joe Biden’s administration offers hope. A recent UK study found that the planet is losing its ice mass at a record rate, increasing the risk of rising sea levels and coastal flooding. Merchandise featuring viral mitten-clad Bernie Sanders meme raises USD$1.8 M for Vermont-based charities and more.
Hosts: Natalia Yuri and Christina-Laia
A0528 – Scientists develop laser system to remove cancers
A0539 – Youth warrior program forges ahead amid pandemic
A0553 – Global tax on tech giants now ‘highly likely
A0542 – Global ice loss rate is accelerating
A0532 – Bernie Sanders’ mittens, memes raise $1.8M for charity’
A0525 – COVID has worsened inequality
A0548 – Government enforced hotel quarantine stay, will cost $2,000 for three days for incoming travellers
A0502 – Salmon spawning in Upper Columbia River
A0536 – Mount Merapi, Indonesia’s most active volcano erupts and forces hundreds to flee their home
