HERAT, Afghanistan — A devastating earthquake that recently jolted the northwestern city of Herat has left Afghanistan grappling with one of its worst natural calamities in recent history. Rescue Operations Underway Two days post the cataclysmic event, rescue teams are ardently working to locate survivors beneath the rubble. Nissar Ahmad Elyias, the spokesperson for Herat’s governor, confirmed the ongoing efforts, […]
A recent study conducted by the Swedish Environmental Protection Agency has ignited hopes of using seaweed as a cow feed additive to drastically reduce methane emissions. The report, focusing on innovative ways to combat climate change, has found promise in the likes of red algae and 3-nitrooxypropanol (3-NOP) to serve this purpose. The Seaweed Solution Researchers have identified that feeding […]
NAIROBI — The first-ever African Climate Summit has commenced, heralded by more than a dozen African leaders assembling to make a clarion call for fairer global responsibilities and adequate financing to combat climate change—a problem which, ironically, Africa contributes the least to. Seeking a Stronger Voice Initiated by Kenyan President William Ruto’s administration in collaboration with the African Union, the […]
SITAKUNDA, BANGLADESH — A disturbing revelation has been made by Human Rights Watch (HRW), accusing European maritime companies of discarding old ships on Bangladeshi shores. This practice, carried out under perilous conditions, has reportedly claimed the lives of several workers tasked with dismantling these massive vessels. Shipbreaking: A Dangerous Affair Sitakunda beaches, located in southeastern Bangladesh, have become a global […]
The prolonged absence of a dedicated post-Brexit environmental watchdog for Wales has come under sharp criticism from influential Senedd members. Their primary concern revolves around the Welsh government’s perceived inadequacy in addressing pivotal environmental issues, such as alarming sewage spills. “Unforgivable Failure” Leading voices within the Senedd have highlighted the urgency of instituting an environmental body before the ensuing Senedd […]
The ongoing political impasse at Stormont has now impacted Northern Ireland’s environmental trajectory, resulting in the postponement of the region’s first Environmental Improvement Plan (EIP). The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (Daera) has cited the deadlock as the principal reason behind this deferral in its communication to the UK’s environmental watchdog, the Office for Environmental Protection (OEP). Anticipated […]
In an unexpected turn of events, the renowned West End performance of Les Miserables at the Sondheim Theatre was interrupted by environmental activists, leading to five arrests. A Dramatic Interruption Members of the activist group Just Stop Oil stormed the stage during the performance of the iconic song, “Do You Hear the People Sing?”. The group, known for its dramatic […]
In an unprecedented move signaling heightened concerns over space sustainability, the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has levied its first fine against a company for contributing to the growing menace of space debris, commonly termed as “space junk.” The Culprit: EchoStar-7 Dish Network, a prominent player in the satellite services sector, has been fined $150,000 (£125,000) for its negligence in […]
In the quest for perfect vision, millions have turned to contact lenses, an invention that seamlessly integrates with our eyes, providing comfort and clarity. But lurking within these visual aids, a new threat emerges: microplastics. The Silent Intruder: Microplastics and Your Eyes New research brings startling revelations. The very device intended to improve sight might be compromising health, silently shedding […]
In the heart of southern Ukraine, the breach of the Kakhovka dam has unleashed a torrent of environmental and logistical challenges, the ripples of which extend far beyond the inundated banks of the Dnipro River. As communities grapple with the immediate aftermath, concerns are mounting regarding the long-term ecological impact on the wider Black Sea region. Kakhovka’s Calamity The Kakhovka […]