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Scientists Reveal Plastic Death Thresholds for Marine Life, Half Million Filipinos Protest Missing Flood Funds — Today’s Environmental Briefing for Tue, Nov 18 2025
Marine biologists establish exact plastic amounts that kill ocean wildlife, while 500,000 protesters flood Manila demanding answers about $10 billion in missing flood protection money. Brazil recognizes 10 new Indigenous territories following climate summit demonstrations. Read the full article
Massive illegal dump creates 500-foot “mountain” of waste in oxfordshire countryside

Shocking drone footage has revealed a towering “mountain” of illegally dumped waste stretching across an Oxfordshire field, highlighting the growing crisis of fly-tipping in England’s countryside.…
Researchers discover stunning pink grasshopper in new zealand’s south island – a genetic marvel in nature

In a remarkable discovery that has captivated wildlife enthusiasts, conservation researchers in New Zealand have encountered an extraordinarily rare pink grasshopper during their routine fieldwork. The…
Tropical cyclone fina threatens northern australia, could mark earliest landfall in over 50 years

Tropical Cyclone Fina is barreling toward Australia’s Northern Territory coast, potentially making history as the earliest cyclone to strike the continent in more than half a…
Young humpback whale euthanized after community rescue efforts fall short on oregon coast

A young humpback whale that captured the hearts of volunteers and wildlife officials along Oregon’s coast was humanely euthanized Monday after days of unsuccessful rescue attempts…
Ancient origins of human kissing reveal deep evolutionary connections to our primate ancestors

Scientists have traced the evolutionary origins of romantic kissing back an astounding 21 million years, revealing that this intimate human behavior has much deeper roots in…
Texas water wars: east texas farmers battle billionaire’s plan to drain their aquifer

In the sweltering heat of a June evening in Jacksonville, Texas, nearly 100 angry farmers and ranchers packed into a city hall meeting, united against an…
Desert renaissance: how indigenous communities are reviving ancient farming techniques to combat climate change

When Roxanne Swentzell returned to her Santa Clara Pueblo community in New Mexico in 1985, she faced a challenge familiar to many young parents: how to…
New study links trump’s climate policies to 1.3 million potential global deaths

A groundbreaking environmental analysis reveals the devastating human cost of former President Trump’s climate policies, projecting that his “America First” approach could lead to 1.3 million…
Madagascar conservation legend patricia wright reflects on 38 years fighting for lemurs and forests

For nearly four decades, primatologist Patricia Wright has been Madagascar’s fiercest advocate, transforming how the world understands and protects one of Earth’s most unique ecosystems. Since…
Environmental scientists oppose canada-us push to reduce trade protections for peregrine falcons

The magnificent peregrine falcon, once teetering on the brink of extinction, now faces a new threat as Canada and the United States propose reducing international trade…
New york’s mayor-elect could be game-changer for public clean energy push

New York City’s incoming mayor, Zohran Mamdani, has clean energy advocates buzzing with anticipation. The Democratic Socialist, who won his primary with strong support from environmental…
Environmental journalist malavika vyawahare wins prestigious seal award for climate reporting excellence

Mongabay contributing editor Malavika Vyawahare has been recognized with a 2025 SEAL Award for her outstanding environmental journalism, joining an elite group of reporters celebrated for…
World’s largest sailing cargo ship launches maiden voyage to decarbonize global shipping

The maritime industry is witnessing a potential revolution as the Neoliner Origin, the world’s largest sailing cargo ship, embarked on its groundbreaking inaugural voyage from France…
Amazon rainforest under new threat as push grows to lift protective soybean moratorium

The Amazon rainforest faces a potentially catastrophic setback as agricultural interests intensify their campaign to overturn a crucial environmental protection that has helped preserve millions of…
Brazil’s offshore oil boom contradicts climate leadership as country prepares to host cop30

As Brazil prepares to host the world’s most important climate summit, COP30, in the Amazon city of Belém this November, a damning new report reveals how…





