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For centuries, the vast expanse of ocean beyond national borders—known as the high seas—has operated as a legal no-man’s land. These waters, stretching beyond the 200-nautical-mile limits of any country’s jurisdiction, have been governed by a patchwork of customs and…
The Trump administration’s updated dietary guidelines have sparked fierce criticism from environmental and health experts who warn the new recommendations could significantly worsen America’s climate impact. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins recently unveiled an…
Maryland Governor Wes Moore is walking a tightrope between ambitious climate investments and budget realities in his newly unveiled $70.8 billion spending plan for fiscal year 2027. While the budget allocates a record-breaking $306 million for renewable energy and clean…
As Greenland’s massive ice sheet melts at an unprecedented rate, the Arctic island is becoming increasingly attractive to world powers seeking strategic advantages and valuable resources. Recent geopolitical tensions highlight how climate change is inadvertently opening new opportunities in one…
In a groundbreaking enforcement action, police from Brazil, French Guiana, Guyana, and Suriname joined forces for their first-ever cross-border operation against illegal gold mining in the Amazon, resulting in nearly 200 arrests. The December operation, supported by Interpol, the European…
British lawmakers are calling for a major fraud investigation into the UK’s home insulation industry following what they describe as the “catastrophic failure” of two government-backed energy efficiency programs that left tens of thousands of homeowners with severely damaged properties.…
Over fifty years ago, Larry Stone was drawn to northeast Iowa by its pristine natural beauty—abundant wildlife and crystal-clear, spring-fed streams winding through dramatic rocky bluffs. Today, those same waterways face mounting environmental threats from agricultural runoff, yet the state…
This week’s collection of stunning wildlife photography captures the diverse beauty and character of animals from around the globe, offering viewers a window into the natural world’s most captivating moments. The featured photographs highlight three particularly striking subjects that demonstrate…
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney recently delivered a sharp critique of Donald Trump and the Washington-led global economic system, calling on nations to forge a new world order built on “respect for human rights, sustainable development, solidarity, sovereignty and the…
Indonesian government strips company licenses following catastrophic floods that killed 1,200 people and devastated critically endangered orangutan populations. Meanwhile, Maryland's Governor Moore proposes record $306 million for clean energy but cuts other environmental programs, sparking advocate concerns.
