New Armored Dinosaur Species Unearthed in East China
A new armored dinosaur species, ‘Datai yingliangis’, has been discovered in east China’s Jiangxi Province, offering fresh insights into Ankylosaurine dinosaurs of the early Late Cretaceous.
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UN Environment Assembly Adopts Resolutions Targeting Global Environmental Crises
UNEA-6 concludes in Nairobi with 15 resolutions, two decisions, and a Ministerial Declaration to address climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution.
China Sets New Standards to Bolster Asian Elephant Conservation
China introduces five new regional standards to enhance the conservation of Asian elephants, focusing on habitat restoration, food security, and reintroduction efforts in Yunnan Province.
China Launches Four-Month Spring Fishing Ban to Conserve Biodiversity
China has initiated a four-month spring fishing ban across major rivers and inland waters to protect breeding fish and promote sustainable fisheries, highlighting its commitment to conserving biodiversity.
Magnitude 5.3 Earthquake Strikes Off Yahukimo, Indonesia; No Tsunami Warning Issued
A magnitude-5.3 earthquake struck off Yahukimo, Indonesia, at a depth of 10 kilometers. The BMKG reported no tsunami warning. Residents are advised to stay alert for any aftershocks.
Madrid Zoo’s Panda Family Returns Home to China
A panda family of five has returned from Spain’s Madrid Zoo to China’s Sichuan Province, marking a significant moment in international conservation efforts.
Record Wildfires in Northern Brazil Threaten Yanomami People and Amazon Rainforest
Record wildfires in Brazil’s Roraima state threaten the Yanomami Indigenous people and the Amazon rainforest, highlighting the fragile state of the environment and the global impact of climate change.
134-Million-Year-Old Lamprey Fossil Unearthed in North China’s Hebei Province
A rare 134-million-year-old lamprey fossil has been discovered in north China’s Hebei Province, expanding knowledge of the species’ ancient distribution.
Devastating Wildfires Sweep Across Texas, Homes Destroyed and Lives Lost
Massive wildfires in Texas have scorched over 4,000 square kilometers, destroying homes and claiming lives as firefighters battle to contain the blazes.
UN Warns of Global Waste Surge: 3.8 Billion Tonnes by 2050 Without Urgent Action
UNEP warns global municipal waste could reach 3.8 billion tonnes by 2050, posing severe health, economic, and environmental risks. Urgent action is needed to address the mounting waste crisis.
Wildfires in Brazil, Venezuela, Bolivia Reach Record February Emissions
Wildfires in Brazil, Venezuela, and Bolivia have generated their highest February carbon emissions in two decades, according to Europe’s climate monitor.
Arctic Ice Loss Linked to Hotter European Summers, Study Reveals
Scientists link Arctic ice loss to hotter, drier European summers, suggesting weather may be predicted up to a year in advance, according to new research.
Massive Texas Wildfires Highlight Global Climate Challenges
The massive Smokehouse Creek Fire in Texas, one of the largest in state history, underscores global climate challenges as wildfires intensify worldwide.
Beijing to Open New Panda Conservation Base in 2025, Gathering Dozens of Pandas
Beijing will open a new panda conservation base in 2025, gathering dozens of giant pandas to promote conservation efforts, research, and public education.
Marine Heat Waves Trigger Decline of North Pacific Humpback Whales: Study
The North Pacific humpback whale population has declined by 20% in less than a decade, with marine heat waves identified as a potential main cause, according to a recent study.
Severe Drought in Botswana Threatens Wildlife in Northern Regions
Severe droughts in northern Botswana are causing hardship for wildlife, with increasing fatalities as water and food sources dwindle. Conservationists are sounding the alarm over this escalating crisis.
Japan Commences Fourth Release of Fukushima Wastewater into Ocean
Japan has commenced the fourth release of treated wastewater from the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant into the Pacific Ocean, sparking renewed concerns both domestically and internationally.
UN Allocates $17 Million to Combat Drought in Northern Ethiopia
The United Nations has allocated $17 million to aid drought-hit northern Ethiopia, addressing the escalating hunger crisis affecting over 10 million people in the Afar, Amhara, and Tigray regions.
UNEA-6 Calls for Multilateral Solutions to Triple Planetary Crisis
At UNEA-6 in Nairobi, global leaders unite to address climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution, seeking collaborative solutions to the triple planetary crisis.
UNEA-6: Calls for Improved Governance to Tackle Global Ecological Challenges
Environmental campaigners at UNEA-6 in Nairobi are calling for improved governance and reform of multilateral treaties to address pressing ecological challenges and promote a sustainable future.