The Amazon rainforest plays a critical role in the water cycle, influencing rainfall patterns essential for agriculture across South America. Its complex system of transpiration and evaporation sustains moisture levels vital for farming.
A recent FAO report highlights India's significant position in global fisheries, securing the second-largest producer status for aquatic animals and topping the charts for inland catches. Despite this success, concerns about sustainability have been raised.
Colombia's presidential election could significantly impact the future of the Colombian Amazon and the nation's commitment to phasing out fossil fuels. The outcome will shape environmental policies and the rights of Indigenous communities.
Authorities in South Africa have arrested a man at Cape Town International Airport for attempting to smuggle 150 live venomous scorpions. The scorpions were found individually wrapped in plastic bags within his luggage.
The National Green Tribunal addressed significant waste and sewage management deficiencies in Jammu & Kashmir, as well as encroachment concerns in Goa's Kodal wetland.
India's ambitious green transition, while promoting growth and climate action, is inadvertently exacerbating gender inequalities, according to new findings. The report highlights impacts on women's access to resources and education.
Delhi-NCR continues to experience intense heat, with temperatures around 42°C. Simultaneously, northeastern regions are on alert for significant rainfall and potential flooding.
An annual parrotfish festival on Saudi Arabia's Farasan Islands highlights the intersection of traditional practices and scientific ecological knowledge, drawing hundreds to the shores for a communal catch.
The path to a global plastic treaty faces challenges, with top negotiator Julio Cordano emphasizing the necessity of consensus to address the worldwide plastic pollution crisis. Consensus building is key to any potential solution.