The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has issued a global alert, calling for accelerated action to protect people from escalating weather, water, and climate-related hazards. At its Extraordinary Congress in Geneva from October 20 to 22, representatives from 193 Member States endorsed a “Call to Action” aimed at achieving universal early warning coverage by 2027. The.
The leopard, one of West Africa’s key carnivores, has seen a dramatic population decline over the past three generations, equivalent to roughly 22.3 years. According to the latest assessment by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), numbers have dropped by more than 50 per cent, largely due to human activities. The current population.
For Chinese President Xi Jinping, the ongoing fourth plenum of the Communist Party of China (CPC) is far more than a routine political gathering. It is not simply a conference to endorse economic policies or reaffirm party goals. Instead, it has become a platform for Xi to demonstrate his deepening control over China’s military, political.
The World Health Organization has issued a stark warning on lead exposure, calling for urgent global action to protect millions of children and adults from its harmful effects. Despite being entirely preventable, lead continues to pose a serious public health threat, affecting communities worldwide. Lead is found in everyday materials, including paint, batteries, cosmetics, and.
The week began with optimism as a new chapter seemed to open in the longstanding conflict between Israel and Hamas. Following the rollout of former US President Donald Trump’s Gaza peace plan, Hamas released 20 living hostages in exchange for nearly 200 Palestinian prisoners and detainees held in Israeli jails. Trump, arriving in Israel shortly.
In a significant milestone for lunar science, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has reported that its Chandrayaan-2 orbiter has made the first direct observation of how solar activity affects the Moon’s exosphere, the extremely thin atmosphere surrounding the lunar surface. The discovery provides new insights into lunar space weather and carries implications for future.
In the northern reaches of Brazil’s Amazon, fire is a familiar, almost trusted companion for ranchers and landowners. Known locally as “Joao Vermelho” or Red John, it clears pastures cheaply, enriching the soil for grazing, but leaves charred trees and blackened earth in its wake. In São Felix do Xingu, a municipality in the state.
As the “No Kings” protests continue to sweep across the United States, President Donald Trump has stirred further outrage by sharing an artificial intelligence–generated video that mocks demonstrators challenging his administration. The protests, which have drawn millions to the streets across all 50 states, mark one of the largest coordinated movements in recent American history..
The International Energy Agency (IEA) has projected a dramatic rise in the global use of sustainable fuels by 2035, provided that existing and announced policies are implemented alongside targeted measures to attract investment and reduce market barriers. The agency outlined these findings in its latest report, Delivering Sustainable Fuels: Pathways to 2035, released ahead of.
Plastics have become a ubiquitous material in packaging due to their durability and ability to protect products from water, dust, and damage. Yet, the convenience of plastic comes with a heavy environmental cost. Disposable packaging dominates the market because it is cheaper and easier to produce, procure, and discard. Reusable plastics require additional investment in.
Amid growing uncertainty over the fragile ceasefire in West Asia, tensions flared once again after the Gaza media office accused Israel of violating the truce 47 times since it came into effect earlier this month. The ceasefire, agreed upon between Israel and Hamas in early October, was expected to bring temporary relief after months of.
