In Utrecht, Netherlands, a “fish doorbell” has been installed at a river lock to allow viewers of an online livestream to alert authorities to fish in need during their spring migration. The underwater camera sends live footage to a website, where viewers can click a button to send screenshots. Organizers then open the lock to help fish like bream, pike, and bass reach their spawning grounds, attracting millions of viewers worldwide with this unique blend of slow TV and ecological activism.
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Quebec town says U.S. is limiting Canadian access to border-straddling library
The town of Stanstead, Quebec, has raised concerns about limited Canadian access to a border-straddling library due to restrictions imposed by the U.S. government. The library, located in Vermont, serves both Canadian and American residents, but recent changes have made it difficult for Canadians to visit. This issue highlights the challenges faced by communities that straddle international borders and the importance of maintaining cross-border relationships. Full Article
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