Lahore Declared World’s Most Polluted City for Fourth Consecutive Day
LAHORE: Lahore has been ranked as the world’s most polluted city for the fourth consecutive day, according to air quality monitoring data. The city’s...
Environment
Indonesia Faces Severe Peat Fires Amid Worst Wildfire Season in a Decade
KALIMANTAN: Indonesia is grappling with its most severe wildfire season in a decade, primarily driven by extensive peat fires that are wreaking havoc on...
New Research Facility in Penrith to Advance Upland Environmental Studies
PENRITH: A new research facility dedicated to upland environmental studies is set to open in Penrith, aiming to enhance research capabilities and train the...
Students Meet NASA Astronaut Frank Rubio Ahead of Artemis III Mission
WASHINGTON: A group of students who designed a badge sent to space recently met NASA astronaut Frank Rubio, who is set to join the...
Swiss Glaciers Exhibit Reveals Ice Age Relics Amid Rapid Melting Crisis
GENEVA: A new exhibition titled ‘Treasury of Ice’ opens in Switzerland, showcasing ancient relics uncovered as glaciers rapidly melt due to climate change. The...
Seabird Guano and Native Trees Protect Islands from Rising Sea Levels
ISLAMABAD: A recent study highlights the crucial role of seabird guano and native trees in safeguarding island ecosystems against the threats posed by rising...
Bangladesh Garment Workers Face Harsh Conditions Amid Rising Temperatures
DHAKA: As temperatures soar across Bangladesh, garment factory workers are increasingly bearing the brunt of extreme heat, raising concerns about their health and productivity....
Jackdaw Technology Promises to Lower Energy Bills Amid Rising Costs
LONDON: As energy prices soar globally, the introduction of Jackdaw technology could offer a solution to alleviate financial burdens on households. BBC Verify’s Ben...
Kenyan Women Face Challenges in Achieving Just Transition Despite Policies
Nairobi: Despite the Kenyan government’s robust policies aimed at promoting a just transition for women in the workforce, many continue to face significant barriers...
IUCN’s Madhu Rao Discusses Global Protected Areas and Pressures Ahead of 2030
GENEVA: Madhu Rao, a leading figure at the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), emphasizes the urgent need for enhanced global efforts to...