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The Final Flight of Captain Forrester | 1. The Mystery of Tiny 05 38:05

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In late 1972, U.S. Marine Captain Ron Forrester disappeared on a bombing run into North Vietnam. Back home in Texas, his family could only wait and hope. Audio subscribers to Texas Monthly can get early access to episodes of the series, plus exclusive interviews and audio. Visit texasmonthly.com/audio to join.…

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We meet the people behind fascinating environmental, health and technological innovations in a bid for sustainable solutions to our changing world.

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Indonesia: The dark side of the nickel powering our electric cars 3:47

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Indonesia leads the world in nickel production, fuelling the global shift to electric cars. But this rapid growth comes at a steep environmental cost. Nickel mining is driving deforestation, polluting rivers and endangering local communities. Our France 2 colleagues have been to Weda Bay, at the heart of Indonesia's mining boom. They bring us this report, with FRANCE 24's Jennifer Ben Brahim.…

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From killer grass to flesh-eating worms: The invasion beneath your feet 5:16

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What do a colonising plant and a carnivorous worm have in common? Both come from South America and threaten our ecosystems. They are among invasive exotic species that have contributed to nearly half the world's animal and plant extinctions. In southwestern France, locals, scientists and officials are trying to stop the invasion. The Down to Earth team reports.…

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Oceans vs cities: France's beaches are shrinking 5:14

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Roughly 40 percent of the world's population live in coastal areas. What once felt like a privilege — living close to the sea — is becoming increasingly risky. ️Climate change is speeding up coastal erosion. Rising sea levels and storms are threatening coastal towns like Lacanau, in southwestern France, which is considering moving inland by 2100. FRANCE 24's Aurore Cloé Dupuis, Alexandra Renard, John Walsh and Carlotta Poirier report.…

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Global wildlife trafficking: Endangered felines found in Paris apartments 3:13

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Wildlife trafficking is one of the most profitable criminal activities in the world, after drug trafficking, human trafficking and arms smuggling. At the end of last year, an international operation uncovered 20,000 live, wild animals, including reptiles, felines, turtles and monkeys. Some 365 people were arrested in connection with six different illegal networks. Here in France, French authorities recently found endangered felines in Parisian apartments, far from their natural habitats. Some of them are now being cared for at an animal shelter in Nogent-le-Phaye, south of Paris.…

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Turning unrecyclable trash into heat: French district leads the way 2:34

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In northern France, an entire district is now heated thanks to waste that was previously unrecyclable. Every day, Le Havre converts 300 tons of trash into energy, providing enough heat for more than 37,000 households. This green energy system reduces the local carbon footprint and provides cheaper and cleaner heating to residents. We take a closer look.…

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Denim revolution : How plants and tech are cleaning up jean's dirty secret 5:11

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Jeans are the most popular trousers in the world. Every year, over 2 billion pairs are made. But most travel one and a half times around the planet before reaching your wardrobe. With toxic dyes, chemical pollution and massive water waste, denim’s carbon footprint is anything but small. But change is happening. From cutting-edge tech to natural dyes, ancient weaving to local production, innovators are rethinking jeans for a more sustainable future. The Down to Earth team takes a closer look.…

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Want to ride an e-bike? No batteries needed! 2:40

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Tired of carrying your electric bike's battery with you everywhere you go? The good news is that you can now buy electric bikes without batteries. This French invention is already seducing cyclists across the country.

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French fishermen 'talk' to dolphins to save them 5:26

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For the first time ever, fishermen in the Bay of Biscay are testing new high tech fishing gear that "speak dolphin language" to warn them of danger. The aim : reduce bycatch, after tens of thousands of dolphins drowned in fishing nets in recent years. Could ultrasound beacons save marine life and support the fishing industry ? FRANCE 24’s Aurore Cloé Dupuis and Alexandra Renard explain.…

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Fancy an avocado? Try a French one! 8:12

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Celebrated as a superfood, avocados are so popular in Europe and North America that global production has tripled in two decades. But their farming and transport worldwide raise environmental concerns. As Europe's top consumer, France is now growing its own, a surprising move given that avocados are a subtropical fruit. The Down to Earth team reports.…

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Sewage scandal: The dirty secret polluting England and Wales 8:26

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Since Brexit, the UK is no longer subject to European water quality standards. In England and Wales, floods of untreated wastewater have been discharged into rivers and seas, harming the health of residents and destroying ecosystems. FRANCE 24's Down to Earth team reports.

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Could dead leaves turn into green gold? 4:20

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Imagine a world where we could make paper, cardboard and packaging without cutting down a single tree. Today, that dream is becoming reality. The start-up Releaf Paper turns fallen leaves into value. It was founded by a Ukrainian scientist, who moved to France before Russia's full-scale invasion to set up a pilot factory in the suburbs of Paris. Production only started a few months ago, with promises of greener goods and a circular economy. FRANCE 24's Aurore Cloé Dupuis, Alexandra Renard and Jonathan Walsh report.…

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Would you live in a cardboard house? 6:32

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The construction industry is one of the biggest polluters in the world, consuming half of the planet’s natural resources, 40 percent of its energy and 16 percent of its water, as well as generating greenhouse gas emissions and waste. But here in France, the company Bat'Ipac has found an alternative: building with recycled cardboard instead of concrete. FRANCE 24's Alexandra Renard and Aurore Cloé Dupuis report.…

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'We're keeping them safe': Scientists build 'Noah's Ark' for endangered corals 3:32

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Coral reefs rank as some of the planet’s most vital ecosystems. Although they cover just 0.2 percent of oceans, reefs are home to a quarter of marine biodiversity. Scientists warn they could vanish in as little as a decade, unless we rapidly slow the rate of global warming. In Monaco, a team of scientists have decided to create a "Noah's Ark" for coral reefs, hoping to collect and preserve all species known to humankind before it's too late. Our Down to Earth team reports.…

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Climate crisis and displacement: Flood victims in France seek recognition 5:58

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One year after France’s northern Pas-de-Calais region was hit by record floods, victims are still recovering from the disaster. FRANCE 24 visited the town of Blendecques, where an entire neighbourhood is set to be demolished and transformed into a stormwater basin to prevent future flooding. Residents now say they're among the first in France to have been "displaced" by the climate crisis.…

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Methane, a climate time bomb: On the trail of leaks in Romania 12:42

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Nearly three years after more than 100 countries promised to tame methane emissions, the indiscriminate release of this powerful greenhouse gas is still rampant. FRANCE 24's reporters followed the trail of methane leaks in Romania, home to one of Europe's largest oil reserves.

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Hatching of baby turtles in south of France puzzles scientists 4:58

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Turtles have inhabited our oceans for over 150 million years, ever since dinosaurs roamed the Earth. Yet today, six out of seven living species are considered endangered. They usually live in tropical waters. However, since the late 2000s, one species – the loggerhead sea turtle – has been coming to lay its eggs in the south of France. Scientists believe that this unprecedented phenomenon could be linked to rising global temperatures. The Down to Earth team reports.…

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'They see with their noses': Detector dogs trained to sniff out water leaks 4:31

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From crop failures to shrinking lakes, Europe is increasingly suffering from a lack of water. According to the European Environment Agency, around 30 percent of the continent's population is already affected by shortages. Preventing water leaks has become a priority for many cities. In France, a special dog brigade has been trained to locate leaky pipes. As the dogs are able to detect chlorine, they can pinpoint leaks quickly and efficiently. Our team at Down to Earth reports.…

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A Swiss NGO wants to protect both sheep and wolves. Its plan? Scaring off the predator 4:53

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Can man and wolves coexist? Several European countries are grappling with this question, as wolves naturally regain ground across the continent. Switzerland is the latest country that's having to adapt to their return. Wolves were first spotted there in 2012, with their numbers tripling to reach at least 300. Shepherds have since had to face growing attacks, but one NGO has made it its mission to reconcile sheep and wolves, offering a unique service to help. Our Down to Earth team reports.…

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Paris's plan to ditch ACs and expand urban cooling system 3:39

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Around the world, record-shattering temperatures are feeding demand for air conditioning. 135 million individual ACs are sold every year, a figure set to triple by 2050 according to the International Energy Agency. This rush to cool air could in turn become a major driver of electricity consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. In Paris, a little-known network of underground water pipes aims to cool down buildings, without resorting to polluting AC units.…

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The Olympics are usually an environmental disaster. Can Paris be the exception? 3:27

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Organisers of the Paris Olympics have promised the event will be "historic for the climate". As part of its climate strategy, the committee established a goal of generating no more than half the planet-warming gases produced by previous Summer Games in London and Rio, pledging to slash emissions in three main categories: construction, transportation and operations. So how is Paris faring, compared to its predecessors? And can a planetary event like the Olympics ever be sustainable?…

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Meet the woman who ran 20 marathons in 30 days along the Seine 3:01

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An Australian environmental activist has become the first person to run the entire length of the Seine River, a total of 848km from its source to the sea, in 30 days. Mina Guli set off on this epic journey last month to draw attention to efforts being made to clean up the Seine, and the need for all cities to restore rivers. The 53-year-old completed her Seine River Run challenge earlier in July, crossing the finishing line in the port city of Le Havre.…

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French scientists launch programme to decode DNA of marine species 4:48

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Over the next eight years, scientists will study the DNA of 4,500 marine species found along France's coastline and overseas territories. The ATLASea programme aims to collect specimens of fish, mammals and algae whose genomes have never been sequenced before in order to draw up a genetic “map” of underwater life. Researchers hope the database will eventually contribute to the discovery of new molecules for use in medicine, agriculture and other fields.…

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Swapping boeuf bourguignon for hummus! Paris Olympics embraces vegetarian menu 3:21

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There's less than a month to go before the Olympics kick off in Paris. It's a big event for athletes but also for chefs, who are getting ready to serve over 40,000 meals per day. As part of a pledge to limit greenhouse gas emissions, the Paris Games are set to make history by offering more vegetarian cuisine than any previous edition. The committee says the event's plant-based offering will help halve the carbon footprint of meals, compared to the Rio and London games. Our team at Down to Earth got to have a taste.…

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As climate warms, Europe braces for rise in mosquito-borne infections 5:11

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Scientists are warning of the growing risk of tropical illnesses spreading due to global warming. As temperatures rise, many places are becoming more hospitable to Asian tiger mosquitoes, which are known to carry and transmit dengue fever, Chikungunya but also Zika. In France, record cases of dengue fever have been reported since the start of 2024. Most of them are in people who had travelled to French overseas territories. Authorities warn this could result in people getting infected in mainland France, in a wave of so-called native cases. The Down to Earth team investigates.…

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