Author: Injusticeto Team
In the past decade, there has been a significant shift towards renewable energy, with the US seeing a surge in solar and wind power, as well as an increase in electric vehicles globally. However, this transition requires a large amount of metals like lithium, cobalt, nickel, rare earth elements, and copper. The demand for these critical minerals is expected to quadruple by 2040, leading to new mining projects and supply chain challenges. Despite efforts to promote domestic mining by President Trump, the global need for these minerals has geopolitical, environmental, and climate implications.
A partial solar eclipse will be visible on Saturday in parts of Europe, Africa, North America, and Asia, with the northeastern United States and eastern Canada seeing the most significant reduction in the sun’s size. Unlike a total solar eclipse, this event will show the sun as a crescent shape due to the moon partially blocking it. Proper eye protection is crucial throughout the eclipse. Viewers can check astronomy websites for local timings and enjoy the spectacle through safe methods like using eclipse glasses or creating a pinhole projector. Another eclipse is expected in September.
Sudanese army recaptures Khartoum airport from RSF paramilitary forces in ongoing civil war. Army secures airport and aims to clear remaining RSF fighters. Army has been making swift territorial gains, celebrating civilians in the streets. RSF still controls Darfur region, where civilians were killed in recent air force bombing.
The Oxford English Dictionary has included South African words like “gatvol” and “zol” in its latest update. These words, along with others from countries like the Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, and Ireland, are considered “untranslatable” and reflect unique cultural expressions. The update highlights the richness and diversity of language around the world.
Victoria Miyandazi, a respected legal scholar and educator, will be joining the University of Nottingham School of Law as an Assistant Professor in Public Law in April 2025. She has a strong background in teaching and supervising research in areas such as Global Constitutionalism and Comparative Legal Studies. Beyond academia, Victoria has been involved in impactful legal research and practice, including leading projects to improve access to justice in Kenya. With a prestigious academic background and numerous publications, she has been recognized as one of the “10 African Scholars to Watch” in 2025. Miyandazi’s appointment at Nottingham marks a new…
Manatees, known for their peaceful nature, are facing increasing threats from human activity. The West Indian manatee is particularly at risk due to boat strikes and habitat degradation. The dugong, a cousin of the manatee, is also facing decline, with local extinctions in some areas. Conservation efforts are necessary to protect these species and the fragile marine ecosystems they inhabit. Manatees serve as ecological indicators for coastal health, highlighting the need for stronger protections and policy changes to ensure their survival.
A new study shows that over 50% of U.S. adults have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. The research also found that nearly 32% of the population is fully vaccinated. These numbers reflect a significant milestone in the country’s vaccination efforts as the rollout continues to progress.
In 1988, Cesar Chavez ended a 36-day fast to protest pesticide-related illnesses among California grape workers. Thirty-seven years later, California launched the nation’s first early-warning system for spraying toxic agricultural chemicals. The state logged over 2,500 pesticide-related illnesses between 2011-2021, prompting the new system. The SprayDays system provides transparent notifications about pesticide use. Community members celebrated this victory, emphasizing the importance of knowing about pesticides to protect farmworkers’ health. The system will give advance notice of pesticide applications to ensure safety.
A University of Texas study shows that wind, solar, and battery storage projects are bringing in significant tax revenue for communities in Texas. Clean energy is playing a key role in boosting local economies in the state.
The U.S. has expanded its export control list to include over 50 companies from China for seeking advanced technology in supercomputing, artificial intelligence, and quantum technology for military use.