Written by The newly elected Northern Territory government wants to grant itself sweeping new powers to exempt major projects from environmental assessments in a move described by conservationists and Indigenous groups as authoritarian and anti-democratic. A leaked consultation document, seen by Guardian Australia, outlines how a new Territory Coordinator (TC) would have powers to “step in” and […]
An innovative project aimed at cultivating new oyamel fir forests in central Mexico holds promise for the survival of monarch butterflies, which rely on these trees for their winter hibernation. The ongoing threat of climate change has raised concerns that these crucial habitats could vanish by the end of the century. Researchers initiated this experiment […]
Breadcrumb Trail Links Local News Federal Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault says Canada has reached a significant milestone in advance of COP16 biodiversity conference. Published Oct 18, 2024 • Last updated 47 minutes ago • 4 minute read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. A participant […]
The black rhinoceroses (Diceros bicornis) of the Oregon Zoo in Portland, Oregon, have gotten into the Halloween spirit by smashing large pumpkins. The short video, initially shared by Laughing Squid, shows an adult black rhino, Jozi, and her 10-month-old calf, Tamu (which means “sweet” in Swahili), having a grand time breaking apart pumpkins. While black […]