The FAO Regional Conference is an official forum where Member States discuss priority food and agriculture challenges, fostering regional coherence on global policy. As FAO's main regional

The FAO Regional Conference is an official forum where Member States discuss priority food and agriculture challenges, fostering regional coherence on global policy. As FAO's main regional governing body, it ensures the Organization's effectiveness and defines biennial work priorities.

The 39th Regional Conference, hosted by Brazil, provides a high-level platform for technical and political dialogue on progress and challenges in combating hunger and malnutrition across Latin America and the Caribbean. Brazil's hosting underscores its strong commitment to these regional efforts.

For more information, visit https://www.fao.org/events/detail/larc39/en. © FAO: http://www.fao.org #SDGs #Agenda2030 #GlobalGoals

Claudiu Murgan's latest science fiction novel, *Water Entanglement*, explores water as a living, angry force. Set in 2055, limnologist Cherry Mortinger (Hayyin) leads a revolution against

Claudiu Murgan's latest science fiction novel, *Water Entanglement*, explores water as a living, angry force. Set in 2055, limnologist Cherry Mortinger (Hayyin) leads a revolution against corporations abusing the earth's water, aiming to prove its memory and overwhelming rage.

Murgan, a Romanian-born Canadian author, crafts an imaginative tale that brings awareness to the very real water crisis. Fifty percent of royalties from *Water Entanglement* will benefit Project Aware: www.projectaware.org.

World Food Day 2025 culminated a year-long campaign for FAO's 80th anniversary. Its call to action, "Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future," was communicated in over 53

World Food Day 2025 culminated a year-long campaign for FAO's 80th anniversary. Its call to action, "Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future," was communicated in over 53 languages.

The campaign achieved significant global reach: 8,300+ online news articles, 58 million radio listeners, 112 TV broadcasters, and 1.5 billion social media accounts. FAO.org saw 368,000 views. Partnerships with municipalities, transport, retail, and entertainment companies extended the message to 100+ cities in 50 countries.

Subscribe to FAO: YouTube. Follow FAO on social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Twitter, Weibo. © FAO. #SDGs #Agenda2030 #GlobalGoals

Published May 2, 2016. Success for women in the cannabis industry, as shared by three Oregon leaders, hinges on confidence, a strong mind, passion, and knowledge. Respect for industry advocates

Published May 2, 2016. Success for women in the cannabis industry, as shared by three Oregon leaders, hinges on confidence, a strong mind, passion, and knowledge. Respect for industry advocates and a deep love for the plant are equally vital, ensuring focus and enjoyment.

Special thanks go to Samantha Montanaro (Prism House Pdx), Lindsey Corey (Dream Catcher Groves), and Kathryn Darby (Liftedpdx).

SmuggleVision is sponsored by SmugglePDX.

Richard Edwards, Director of Planeterra, stresses the urgent need to shift mainstream tourism towards a sustainable model.

Richard Edwards, Director of Planeterra, stresses the urgent need to shift mainstream tourism towards a sustainable model. He highlights ecotourism's strong consumer demand and the critical business case: environmental degradation and climate change threaten the pristine destinations vital to the industry.

Edwards was videotaped by Barry Heidt of sustainabletv, with editing support from Sustainable Today, at The International Ecotourism Society's (TIES) 2010 ESTC event in Portland, Oregon.

Samadrita, a 7-year-old climate change advocate, inspires children to reduce their carbon footprint and take action against climate change. She envisions a peaceful, empathetic world thriving in

Samadrita, a 7-year-old climate change advocate, inspires children to reduce their carbon footprint and take action against climate change. She envisions a peaceful, empathetic world thriving in inter-species harmony, driven by her strong inclination towards preserving nature and all life forms.

An avid reader, Samadrita is well-aware of environmental threats. She not only speaks out against climate change's adverse effects but also lives by example. For two years, she has been plant-based and avoids packaged foods, demonstrating her commitment to animal welfare and a sustainable lifestyle.

At a young age, Samadrita has embraced the mission to raise awareness and set an example for others. Her talk was delivered at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Newscaster Jon Snow interviewed Dame Ellen MacArthur about the circular economy and the first year of the