A Shavuot Reflection on Judaism, Zionism and the Environment

As Shavuot approaches, we celebrate not only the giving of the Torah—the covenant between the Jewish people and God—and the Festival of the Harvest, which marks the end of the wheat season and the bounty of the land. These two layers are deeply...

EU Seeks to Help Egypt Build Forests to Combat Climate Change

Sun 01 Jun 2025 | 06:31 AM Hany El Kateb, Presidential Advisor for Agricultural Affairs said that several European countries are interested in helping establish forests in arid regions, particularly in Egypt. The presidential advisor explained...

Mars can wait: GMA pushes for R&D focus on climate change, poverty, instead of rockets

By Billy Begas Former President and incumbent Pampanga Rep. Gloria Macapagal Arroyo emphasized the need to focus research and development on addressing current world problems rather than on things like rockets to Mars. Arroyo made the statement...

Use comprehensive Environmental Protection Act instead of highly defective Oil Spill Bill

Dear Editor, The Oil and Gas Governance Network (OGGN) supports the broad spread of objections to the highly defective Oil Pollution Prevention, Preparedness, Response and Responsibility Bill, passed narrowly by the National Assembly of Guyana on...

Cost of Victoria’s renewables grid plan understated by at least $16b

The total cost to households and businesses for the upgrade to Victoria’s electricity grid, required to support the shift to renewable energy, will be more than four times the $4.3 billion figure set out in a transition road map unveiled last...

The LA-based Cosm theater has worked to create an environment in which the viewer feels like they are inside the film

New Oil Pollution Bill deemed a cornerstone for environmental accountability

Business-friendly environment core vision of PM: Mashhood

LAHORE - Prime Minister’s Youth Programme Chairman Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan has said that creating a business-friendly environment is the core vision of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. He made these remarks at the inaugural ceremony of the...

‘Do as I say not as I do’: King Charles called out over climate hypocrisy during Canada trip

Sky News host Rita Panahi has called out King Charles’ climate hypocrisy during his trip to Canada. “On the net zany front, he also blathered on about climate change, as he often does, and then he took a 27-car motorcade to the airport,” she said....

Life under climate change

Last week Peshawar and its surrounding areas experienced extreme weather in the form of heavy rains and windstorms. Now, the weather pattern has suddenly shifted to intense heat, with temperatures soaring to above 45C. This erratic weather can be...

Lawsuit filed against city of Cleveland Heights and Mayor’s wife for hostile work environment

CLEVELAND HEIGHTS , Ohio (WOIO) - A lawsuit has been filed against the city of Cleveland Heights and Natalie McDaniel by the ex-special assistant to Mayor Khalil Seren. According to court documents, Patrick Costigan was fired as the mayors...

The shaky foundations of Alexandria are being eroded by climate crisis

The relationship between Alexandria and the sea is profound, complicated. The Egyptian city, the most densely populated of the southern Mediterranean basin, is quite narrow, elongated and coastal-facing. It is sometimes a blessing, and sometimes a...

New analysis shows major food companies are addressing climate risk and opportunities

A new Ceres’ analysis highlights four key areas where dozens of the largest food companies operating in North America are working to reduce emissions, better assess climate risk, and seize opportunities in a more resilient food system. Notably,...

A group of volunteers in Madagascar is dedicated to preserving their national heritage and environment

The largest lake in Tarasaotra Park. Photo by author, RADIFERA Miora Stéphanie, used with permission. One day in February, I chanced upon a Facebook post looking for volunteers who wanted to take part in conservation work in the privately run park...

Most of Australia's conservation efforts ignore climate risks - here are 3 fixes

Of the 77 documents, 84 per cent did not consider the impact of climate change. What's more, only 44 per cent of biodiversity offset policies and 27 per cent of voluntary conservation programs considered climate risk. Even then, they often lacked...

When our brain feels the heat from climate change

People with neurological diseases are at risk of seeing their symptoms worsen as a result of climate change. Extreme temperatures – particularly hot weather – have a serious impact on the health and daily lives of people with epilepsy, multiple...

'Safe, secure and caring' environment promised as result of children's care home proposal

Plans have been lodged to convert a residential property in Coatham, Redcar into a care home for looked after children. The application by Sunbridge Childcare Limited seeks change of use planning permission for the large detached property in High...

Roger Cook to urge Anthony Albanese to prioritise reforms environmental approval laws at Perth Cabinet

Ministry of Climate Change & Environment launches first National Agricultural Guidance Forum to drive sustainable transformation

Al Ain [UAE] June 1 (ANI/WAM): The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) launched the first National Agricultural Guidance Forum to support sustainable agricultural transformation, foster knowledge exchange and highlight its role in...

Sherry calls for drastic measures as Pakistan becomes most ‘climate-vulnerable’ nation

KARACHI: Senator Sherry Rehman has called for an environmental eme­rgency and reforms as Pakistan topped the list of countries most affected by climate change, Dawn.com reported According to the Cli­m­ate Risk Index (CRI), published by...