What went right this week: the good news that matters
Global road deaths decreased by 21% since 2011 despite a rise in vehicle numbers, with Finland’s capital achieving a year without any road fatalities. Global hunger levels dropped for the third consecutive year, reaching 7.8% of the population in 2025. Deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon fell to a 10-year low in the first half of 2026, marking progress in environmental protection efforts.
Global road deaths dropped by 21% since 2011, despite a billion more vehicles on the road, and Finland’s capital had a year with no road deaths.
This progress shows that safer roads are possible through strong policies and enforcement, which could save millions of lives worldwide.
Highlighting successes like reduced road deaths and lower deforestation offers hope and practical lessons for creating safer, healthier communities.
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