Global Wins: Identity, History, and Nature

People around the world are getting better access to official IDs. The World Bank's latest report shows that the number of people without any form of ID has dropped. In 2025, it was 800 million. That's a big drop from 2021 when it was 850 million. And way better than 2017 when over 1 billion people didn't have any ID. More people now have digital IDs too. In places where these are available, about 32% of adults have one. And 23% have used it. This is a big deal because it means more people can access services and opportunities.Meanwhile, scientists in Kenya made a cool discovery. They found almost 1, 300 stone tools dating back 2. 75 to 2. 44 million years. These tools show that early humans had a long tradition of making and using them. This suggests they passed down knowledge through generations. These tools were used for cutting meat and digging for food. It's a glimpse into how early humans lived and learned. In Malaysia, there's a win for nature and indigenous communities. A palm oil company stopped clearing forests in a disputed area. This happened after legal action and pressure from local communities. The company is now working on a sustainability plan. This is a temporary but important victory for the environment and the people who live there. These stories show progress in different areas. From better access to IDs to understanding our past and protecting nature, there are reasons to be hopeful.