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🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Where no one would believe that the shark could live

The article discusses surprising habitats where sharks are found, contradicting the common perception of their ecological preferences.

Feb 27 • 07:23 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Is there a lake under 2.2 km thick ice in Antarctica that is eight times the size of Yeouido?

South Korean researchers have successfully confirmed the detailed structure of a subglacial lake in Antarctica, revealing its significant size and potential for unique ecological study.

Feb 27 • 02:10 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

A case of avian influenza was detected in wild birds in the Costanera Sur Ecological Reserve

A highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5 case has been detected in wild birds at the Costanera Sur Ecological Reserve in Buenos Aires, coinciding with other cases reported in the province of Buenos Aires.

Feb 27 • 01:12 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Transforming rivers into roads is losing the way

Indigenous and riverside communities in the Tapajós region are advocating for the recognition of rivers as living entities with rights, emphasizing their cultural and ecological significance.

Feb 27 • 01:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Bestiary: Calmness on Four Legs

The article highlights a visit to Wolfertshofen in the Altmühltal region, showcasing the quiet charm of the area and its ecological farm with donkeys.

Feb 26 • 15:59 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

The water theft on their estate next to Doñana brought the Alba family "illegal" profits of over 5 million euros

The Alba family illicitly profited more than 5 million euros from illegal water extraction on their estate in Aznalcázar, Spain.

Feb 26 • 11:03 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The rare owl that was missing for 113 years has now been spotted in Kuno, active during the day

The rare 'Forest Owlet', considered one of the world's rarest hunting birds, has been sighted in Kuno National Park, marking a significant ecological improvement in the region.

Feb 26 • 10:24 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

If a bee hovers around your house, it's not a bad sign: what it announces according to Feng Shui and why it is considered a good omen

The article discusses the positive symbolism of bees in Feng Shui, highlighting their ecological importance and the alarming decline in bee populations.

Feb 26 • 10:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Galahad Crocodile: Lived 215 Million Years Ago and Could Run on Land

The Galahad crocodile, a distant ancestor of modern crocodiles, could run quickly on land and lived 215 million years ago during a time of significant ecological change.

Feb 26 • 08:58 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Giant Tortoises Return to the Galapagos Archipelago

The return of giant tortoises to the Galapagos Islands aims to restore the ecological balance disrupted by human activity.

Feb 26 • 04:37 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

He built houses with plastic bottles and reduced construction costs by 40%

Andreas Froese developed a technique in Honduras that uses PET bottles as building materials, significantly lowering construction costs.

Feb 25 • 17:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Aral Sea is coming back to life. Kazakh experts speak of a breakthrough

Kazakh authorities report a significant recovery of the Aral Sea, which had nearly disappeared due to human activity, highlighting its improving hydrology and positive implications for the local economy.

Feb 25 • 14:12 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections in Paris: Rachida Dati Represents "a Spectacular Risk of Backward Movement," According to Emmanuel Grégoire

Emmanuel Grégoire criticized rival candidate Rachida Dati for potentially regressing ecological policies in Paris, likening her approach to that of Donald Trump in the U.S.

Feb 25 • 09:27 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Even the frost was not a deterrent – these species are resistant to both heat and cold: specialists will return to work in the spring

Lithuanian forestry specialists emphasize the importance of winter logging, citing ecological considerations and the quality of timber harvested during this season.

Feb 25 • 08:53 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Fifteen beavers were released in the Arizona desert: four years later came the big surprise

An ecological restoration experiment in Arizona's San Pedro River found that reintroducing beavers greatly benefited the local ecosystem.

Feb 25 • 00:30 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Spain: Is it still permissible to eat glass eels?

This article discusses the endangered status of glass eels in Spain and their traditional consumption as a delicacy, raising ethical and ecological concerns.

Feb 24 • 13:49 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The solution for revitalizing villages around Daechong Dam is... 'eco-friendly ecological agriculture and tourism'

Discussions on sustainable development strategies for communities affected by the Daechong Dam regulations highlighted the need for eco-friendly tourism and agriculture.

Feb 23 • 07:47 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The director's chair of the Environmental Protection Department is still empty - a solid salary is offered

The Lithuanian government is seeking to fill the director position at the Environmental Protection Department, vital for maintaining the country's ecological integrity, offering an attractive salary to attract qualified candidates.

Feb 22 • 09:44 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Floriana recovers its giant tortoises: Resettlement of 150 tortoises after their extinction for a hundred years

Ecuador has resettled 150 giant tortoises to their natural habitat on Floriana Island after they disappeared for over a century as part of efforts to restore ecological balance in the unique Galapagos archipelago.

Feb 22 • 08:32 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Environmental damage and human rights abuses threaten squid fishing in the Southeast Pacific

A report reveals that giant squid fishing is facing ecological and social crises due to the presence of Chinese fleets exploiting legal gaps in the Southeast Pacific.

Feb 21 • 12:50 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Giant tortoises make a comeback on Galapagos island

More than 150 giant tortoises have been reintroduced to Floreana Island, Galapagos, marking a significant ecological restoration effort after their extinction over a century ago.

Feb 21 • 09:44 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

This Week's Respondent: Martin Zobel Would Like to Meet Darwin

Martin Zobel, an academic awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award in Science, discusses his contributions to Estonian ecology and the impact of species funds on ecological theory globally.

Feb 20 • 22:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Floreana giant tortoise reintroduced to Galápagos island after almost 200 years

The Floreana giant tortoise, extinct for nearly 200 years, has been reintroduced to its native Galápagos island as part of a large-scale ecological restoration effort.

Feb 20 • 21:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The Giants Have Returned: The Scientific Plan That Brought Turtles Back to Floreana Island After 150 Years

A total of 158 giant tortoises have been reintroduced to Floreana Island after being locally extinct for over a century, marking a significant ecological and scientific milestone in the Galápagos Islands.

Feb 20 • 19:31 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Ecology: How to Repair an Island?

This article explores ecological restoration efforts on islands, focusing on the challenges and methods involved.

Feb 20 • 15:46 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Climate change accelerates, but nature slows down

A study from Queen Mary University in London reveals that despite rising temperatures, the rate of species turnover in global ecosystems has significantly decreased, indicating a potential loss of biodiversity essential for maintaining ecological balance.

Feb 20 • 12:44 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Ministry of Environment: The mountainous region of Prespa declared an inaccessible mountain

The mountainous region of Prespa has been declared an inaccessible mountain by the Greek Ministry of Environment and Energy, emphasizing its unique ecological value and biodiversity.

Feb 20 • 08:37 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Indicted for administrative malfeasance, the leadership of Teresa Ribera accused of 'free reign' environmental policies for renewable energy companies

The leadership of Spain's ecological transition minister Teresa Ribera faces accusations of administrative malpractice related to unpermitted photovoltaic installations in protected natural areas.

Feb 20 • 00:45 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Sewage in the Potomac: It Stinks to High Heaven in Washington

A large-scale sewage leak in Washington D.C. has raised significant environmental concerns, with President Trump calling it a massive ecological disaster.

Feb 19 • 12:35 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Salmon farm antibiotics found in native species

Antibiotics used in Tasmanian salmon farming have been found in local marine species, raising concerns about ecological impacts, although public health assessments deem the levels safe for human consumption.

Feb 19 • 06:34 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

How Ivan Mikloš Reads It: Why Growth Is Important and Why We Have a Problem

The article discusses the importance of economic growth for higher living standards and social peace, while also addressing the skepticism surrounding its necessity due to ecological sustainability concerns.

Feb 18 • 18:07 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
World

Montreal repaid the Olympics for thirty years, stadiums in Greece have fallen into disrepair. Why aren't countries eager to host the Olympic Games anymore?

Increasing financial and ecological risks have led to a decline in global interest in hosting the Olympic Games, as reflected in the sentiments of residents in Cortina d'Ampezzo amid ongoing preparations for the winter Olympics.

Feb 18 • 13:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Scientists Want to Revive the Mammoth or Clone the Woolly Elephant. And It Might Be Useful to Us

Czech scientists are exploring the possibility of reviving the mammoth or cloning its close relative, the woolly elephant, for potential ecological benefits.

Feb 18 • 08:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Newly built VLCC in the Capital Ship Management Corp. fleet

Capital Ship Management Corp. has welcomed the newly constructed VLCC tanker M/T 'Aristotelis II,' noted for its advanced ecological features and fuel efficiency.

Feb 18 • 05:40 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Lyon: Did the ecological majority work with the Young Guard?

An interview from 2022 reveals Lyon's Deputy for Security, Mohamed Chihi, discussing collaboration with the anti-fascist group La Jeune Garde, sparking controversy following opposition criticism.

Feb 17 • 18:07 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Fewer cars and coal. The new Minister trained children on ecology with the help of subsidies

The new Minister of Transport in Czechia is promoting ecological education by training children on environmental issues, focusing on reducing the use of cars and coal.

Feb 17 • 13:40 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Trump slams Maryland governor, launches federal effort to protect Potomac after historic sewage spill

President Trump has initiated a federal response to manage the ecological crisis in the Potomac River following a massive sewage spill, criticizing Maryland's governor for the situation.

Feb 16 • 22:18 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Ecological Threat: Citizens and Petir Oppose Mega-Farms in Sisak-Moslavina County

Citizens and local representatives express strong opposition to a proposed mega-farm project by Ukrainian investors in Croatia, citing environmental concerns and potential negative impacts.

Feb 16 • 17:15 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

They Eat Bones and Survive on the Seabed Desert. Research Gradually Reveals Pieces of the Deep-Sea Puzzle

This article explores the unique survival mechanisms of deep-sea organisms, particularly a tiny worm that plays a crucial role in maintaining ecological processes on the ocean floor.

Feb 16 • 10:59 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Countryfile's Hamza Yassin 'struggling' as he visits town hit by 'absolute disaster'

Hamza Yassin and Datshiane Navanayagam from Countryfile visit a Welsh town affected by the Sea Empress oil spill, discussing its ecological and community impact.

Feb 15 • 20:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

More than 200 volunteers engage in ecological canoeing to clean the Araguaia River

Over 200 volunteers participated in a major cleaning effort along the Araguaia River, collecting waste over a distance of 120 kilometers.

Feb 15 • 17:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cesamar Park in Palmas: see leisure options, operating hours, and security

Cesamar Park in Palmas is a central ecological refuge offering extensive green areas, walking paths, and 24-hour security.

Feb 15 • 16:26 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
World

Environment: "The Congo Basin Will Become One of the Most Important Sites for the Health of the Planet"

British photographer Hugh Kinsella Cunningham's exhibition highlights the ecological significance of the Congo Basin while drawing attention to its threats.

Feb 15 • 06:03 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Scientists' Open Letter: Urban Nature is the Foundation of Health

Estonian scientists emphasize the importance of preserving species-rich park areas and the ecological consequences of altering them in response to a recent article in Tartu Postimees.

Feb 13 • 09:17 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The otter returns to the Manzanares River after the floods, confirming the recovery of the affluence ecosystem

The return of the otter to the Manzanares River, celebrated by ecological groups, signals improving biodiversity in Madrid's urban waterways.

Feb 12 • 23:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Trump ends the limitation on greenhouse gases in the United States

Donald Trump has officially revoked the scientific findings supporting climate change actions in the United States, ending all regulations on ecological emissions for vehicles and engines.

Feb 12 • 19:39 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Thousands of ladybugs in Canberra fight against aphids

In Canberra, thousands of ladybugs are actively combating aphid infestations on plants, highlighting the ecological battle against these pests.

Feb 12 • 05:49 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

We are good at counting birds

Counting birds is a crucial activity that provides important ecological data, influencing political decisions regarding environmental preservation.

Feb 11 • 12:05 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Another Party Employment for Možemo: From Tomašević’s Green Action to Assistant Sector Chief

Jagoda Munić, a member of the Možemo party and former employee of Green Action, was appointed as assistant chief for ecological sustainability in the City Office for Economy, Environmental Sustainability, and Strategic Planning in Zagreb.

Feb 11 • 11:11 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Narrow Transition Tightens the Noose to Close 29 'Ghost' Electricity Suppliers

Spain's Ministry for Ecological Transition is initiating the disqualification of 29 inactive electricity suppliers from the market.

Feb 11 • 09:18 UTC

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