Brazil’s Acre Faces Dilemma Over New Roads and Deforestation Commitments
RIO BRANCO: In Brazil’s Acre state, a contentious debate emerges as local authorities advocate for new road construction, clashing with the government’s commitment to...
Environment
Experts Warn of Rising Illegal Wildlife Trade Across Canada’s Borders
OTTAWA: Experts are raising alarms about the increasing illegal wildlife trade slipping through Canada’s borders, posing significant threats to biodiversity and conservation efforts. This...
Chunky Bear ‘Backpack’ Wins Fat Bear Week Before Hibernation Begins
WASHINGTON: The chunky brown bear known as ‘Backpack’ has been crowned the winner of this year’s Fat Bear Week, a popular online competition celebrating...
Couple Rescued After Sperm Whale Collides with Their Yacht Off New Zealand
WELLINGTON: Jeremy and Gemma Cooper experienced a harrowing ordeal 500 miles off the coast of New Zealand when their yacht, the Tai Tam, collided...