Articles for category: NEWS

Sameen David

NEWS
Mines, dams move in as protection slips in a Cambodian wildlife sanctuary

Mining Boom and Dam Plans Imperil Cambodia’s Lumphat Wildlife Sanctuary

Northeast Cambodia – Villagers in Sre Chhuk watched mining equipment overrun fields they considered secure within a community-protected zone bordering Lumphat Wildlife Sanctuary. Community Lands Targeted by Extractive Industries Community Lands Targeted by Extractive Industries (Image Credits: Imgs.mongabay.com) Officials and conservation organizations established the Veal Kambor Community Protected Area in 2018. This nearly 3,000-hectare zone ...

Sameen David

NEWS
Living with Legends: Decoding Hyena Coexistence at Lake Eyasi

Hyenas’ Edge: Thriving Amid Humans at Tanzania’s Lake Eyasi

Lake Eyasi, Tanzania – Spotted and striped hyenas navigate a delicate balance with pastoralists and hunter-gatherers in this Rift Valley expanse, revealing patterns of adaptability that challenge traditional views of predator-human conflict. Spotted Hyenas Defy Expectations in Shared Territories Spotted Hyenas Defy Expectations in Shared Territories (Image Credits: Unsplash) Spotted hyenas stand out as Africa’s ...

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NEWS
Private Lands: The Frontline for America's Wildlife Conservation

Private Lands: The Frontline for America’s Wildlife Conservation

United States – Nearly 60 percent of the nation’s land falls under private ownership and management, positioning these working landscapes as critical arenas for broad-scale wildlife protection. A Massive Opportunity in Private Hands A Massive Opportunity in Private Hands (Image Credits: Pixabay) Private properties dominate the American landscape, covering vast expanses from farms and ranches ...

Sameen David

NEWS
Successful campaign proves Ghana’s forests are worth more than gold (commentary)

Ghana’s Forests Triumph Over Gold Rush: Campaign Secures Mining Ban Repeal

Ghana – The government delivered a major win for conservation on December 10, 2025, by revoking regulations that had permitted mining across nearly 90% of the country’s forest reserves. Nearly 90% of Reserves at Risk Nearly 90% of Reserves at Risk (Image Credits: Imgs.mongabay.com) Ghana’s forest reserves span more than 9 million hectares and serve ...

Sameen David

NEWS
What is lost when environmental coverage is cut

Washington Post Layoffs Shrink Climate Coverage at Pivotal Moment

Washington D.C. – The Washington Post executed deep staff reductions this week, severely curtailing its dedicated climate and environmental reporting amid a broader newsroom overhaul. A Dozen Climate Specialists Gone Overnight A Dozen Climate Specialists Gone Overnight (Image Credits: Imgs.mongabay.com) Executives at the Post dismissed more than 300 journalists, roughly one-third of the newsroom’s approximately ...

Sameen David

NEWS
Pesticides found in 70% of European soils, harming beneficial life: Study

Pesticides Permeate 70% of European Soils, Threatening Underground Ecosystems

Europe – Residues from pesticides infiltrate 70% of soils across the continent, disrupting the intricate web of organisms that underpin agriculture and natural habitats, according to a comprehensive study published in Nature. Unprecedented Scale of Soil Pollution Unprecedented Scale of Soil Pollution (Image Credits: Imgs.mongabay.com) Researchers examined 373 soil samples collected from croplands, grasslands, and ...

Sameen David

NEWS
AI-generated wildlife photos make conservation more difficult

AI Wildlife Fakes Complicate Real-World Protection Efforts

Hyper-realistic images and videos generated by artificial intelligence now inundate social media feeds, challenging conservationists’ ability to convey accurate information about wild animals. Convincing Forgeries Flood Online Platforms Convincing Forgeries Flood Online Platforms (Image Credits: Imgs.mongabay.com) Conservation professionals observed a sharp rise in AI-created wildlife content over the past year. Platforms prioritize engaging visuals, allowing ...

Sameen David

NEWS
Your Daily Horoscope For Sunday, February 8: Venus Squares Uranus

February 8, 2026 Horoscopes: Venus-Uranus Clash Ignites Cravings for Freedom

Sunday, February 8, 2026, features a dynamic square between Venus in Aquarius and Uranus in Taurus, prompting shifts in relationships and a push toward emotional independence. The Venus Square Uranus Transit Explained The Venus Square Uranus Transit Explained (Image Credits: Upload.wikimedia.org) This celestial tension highlights conflicts between the pursuit of relational excitement and the pull ...

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Moon Enters Scorpio: Your Zodiac Horoscopes for February 7, 2026

Moon Enters Scorpio: Your Zodiac Horoscopes for February 7, 2026

The Moon shifts from airy Libra into watery Scorpio today, fostering a move from lighthearted connections to deeper emotional exploration and intimate bonds. Fire Signs: Channel Passion into Reflection Moon Enters Scorpio: Your Zodiac Horoscopes for February 7, 2026 (Image Credits: Pixabay) Aries individuals may start the day enjoying casual interactions before a pull toward ...

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NEWS
After intense flooding, Kruger National Park rushes to repair damage

Kruger National Park Advances Flood Recovery with Key Reopenings

Kruger National Park, South Africa – Heavy rains in mid-January unleashed severe flooding that damaged vital infrastructure across the reserve, prompting South African National Parks to prioritize repairs and partial reopenings. Extensive Damage Tests Park Resilience Extensive Damage Tests Park Resilience (Image Credits: Imgs.mongabay.com) The January 2026 floods inflicted widespread destruction on roads, bridges, tourism ...