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What We’re Reading: Near-Extinct Mussels Have Reappeared in Paris

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See what stories caught our attention this week, from signs of mollusk life in the Seine to breastfeeding training for health workers in India.

The Revival of Germany’s Carbon-Sequestering Peatlands

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New initiatives are restoring farmlands to peatlands while creating markets for the native grasses, reeds and sedges they support.

Ethiopia’s Utopian Experiment in Gender Equality

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Awra Amba, a picturesque village surrounded by rolling verdant hills, is a vision of a world of equal work.

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Got Invasive Plants? Call a Herd of Goats

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When it comes to eradicating unwanted vegetation, these curious creatures have proven to be an earth-friendly alternative to herbicides.

What We’re Reading: ‘Plant Vaccines’ Help Plants Fight Back

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See what stories caught our attention this week, from harnessing the immune systems of crops to cooling green roofs in Brazil.

Reuse, Rejoice, Recycle: The Vibrant, Low-Waste Indian Wedding

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New and old ways to share wedding outfits and other supplies are slowly changing mindsets — while keeping the exuberance of the celebrations alive.

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A Thriving Garden at a Former Coal Mine Is Feeding Thousands

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The Texas mine’s restoration is ongoing, but in an area with few grocery stores, the small garden is already making a big difference.

America’s Green Boom Needs More Electricians, and Women Are Stepping Up

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Only 2% of electricians are women, leaving plenty of room for growth in a field that is finding creative new ways to recruit them.

A High School for Dropouts

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A “curated” approach — including on-site childcare and academic coaching — gives adults a second chance at a diploma.

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New York’s First Guaranteed Income Program Is a Lifeline for Homeless Moms

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The simple act of cash distribution can alleviate poverty and improve health — including families’ health and early childhood development.

What We’re Reading: ‘Plant Vaccines’ Help Plants Fight Back

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See what stories caught our attention this week, from harnessing the immune systems of crops to cooling green roofs in Brazil.

How to Reach Across a Divide With Curiosity Instead of Hate

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In a Q&A, journalist Mónica Guzmán explores how people with opposing beliefs can connect and find common ground, even in polarizing times.

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