UN Warns El Nino to Intensify, Peaking in December with Global Impact
GENEVA: The United Nations has announced that the El Nino weather phenomenon is expected to intensify significantly before reaching its peak in December, potentially...
Environment
Wonky Wych Elm in County Down Named Tree of the Year for 2023
LONDON: A unique wych elm tree located in County Down has been crowned the Tree of the Year for 2023, marking a significant milestone...
Record Mushroom Sightings Expected Following Hot Summer and Autumn Rain
LONDON: The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) reports that this year’s unusual weather patterns, characterized by a hot, dry summer followed by significant autumn rainfall,...
Zambia’s Vedanta Mine Faces Ongoing Pollution Issues Amid Legal Battles
LUSAKA: The Vedanta copper mine in Zambia continues to be a source of significant environmental pollution, despite ongoing legal challenges aimed at holding the...
Ranger William McLaughlin Retires After 38 Years of Conservation Work
LONDON: William McLaughlin, a dedicated ranger, retires after 38 years of service at Bourne Woods in Lincolnshire, leaving behind a profound legacy of environmental...
UK Bluefin Tuna Recovery Highlights Nature’s Resilience, Says WWF Report
LONDON: The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) has released a significant report showcasing the remarkable recovery of bluefin tuna populations in UK waters, emphasizing the...
Pioneering Computer Scientist Margaret Hamilton, Key to Apollo 11, Dies at 90
CAMBRIDGE: Margaret Hamilton, the pioneering computer scientist whose software was instrumental in landing Apollo 11 on the moon, has passed away at the age...
Africa’s Wildlife Populations Plummet 80% Since 1970, New Report Reveals
WASHINGTON: A new report from Mongabay reveals that Africa’s monitored wildlife populations have experienced a staggering decline of 80% since 1970, raising urgent concerns...
WarWilding Initiative Aims to Protect Poland’s Borders and Ancient Forests
WARSAW: The WarWilding initiative is set to play a crucial role in defending Poland’s borders while simultaneously preserving Europe’s last ancient forest, the Bialowieza...
Arabian Sea Humpbacks Identified as Unique Subspecies Facing Extinction Risk
KARACHI: Recent studies indicate that humpback whales in the Arabian Sea may represent a distinct subspecies, heightening concerns over their potential extinction. Researchers have...