U.S. court rules Mississippis social media age verification law can go into effect
A three-judge panel of the 5th Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals overruled a decision by a federal district judge to block the 2024 law from going into effect
Wings Over Delhi: 221 bird species tracked in national capital; an year-long citizens-led project
The Delhi Bird Atlas identified 221 bird species across Delhi's diverse habitats in its first year, thanks to a citizen-led project involving over 200 volunteers. Achieving 100% coverage of mapping grids, the Atlas, supported by the Forest Department and conservation organizations, utilizes a seasonal, grid-based approach to map birds and share data via eBird.
Canada wildfires burn area the size of Croatia
Canada's wildfires have burned more than 13.6 million acres (5.5 million hectares) this year, an area roughly the size of Croatia, officials said Friday as the country endures one of its most destructive fire seasons. According to figures dating back to 1983, Canada's second most destructive fire season was 1995, when 17.5 million acres burned, a mark that may be passed this year.
Centre creates fake Supreme Court of Karnataka account to demonstrate ease of social media misuse
Solicitor General shows verified X handle to High Court; X Corp. calls move improper, says account now suspended
From Antarctica To Brussels, Hunting Climate Clues In Old Ice
Ice dating back millions of years can be found deep inside Antarctica, close to the South Pole, buried under kilometres of fresher ice and snow.
One billion Africans being harmed by cooking pollution
One billion Africans have to cook on open fires or with fuel that is hazardous to their health and the environment, the International Energy Agency said Friday. Two billion people across the world still cook on open fires or with rudimentary stoves fed by wood, charcoal, agricultural waste or manure, the IEA report found.
Tecno unveils its tri-fold smartphone Phantom Ultimate G Fold Concept
The Chinese smartphone maker said to showcase the Tecno Phantom Ultimate G Fold Concept at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026
On endangered Indian river species | Green humour by Rohan Chakravarty
Meta has started launching the Imagine Me feature on Meta AI to Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp in India
New gecko species from Assam named after Brahmaputra
Unlike most lizards of its kind found across the northeastern part of the country, the Cnemaspis brahmaputra is diurnal
Indigenous Australians lose landmark climate court case against government
Indigenous Australians living on a string of climate-threatened islands on Tuesday lost a landmark court bid to hold the government responsible for lacklustre emissions targets. Australia's Federal Court found the government was not obliged to shield the Torres Strait Islands from climate change.
Spreading Grand Canyon fire destroys historic lodge
A growing wildfire at the Grand Canyon's North Rim has now charred at least 50 structures, including a historic lodge inside the popular US tourist site and natural wonder, authorities said Monday. According to early assessments, the fire has burned down between 50 and 80 structures, including administrative buildings, a water treatment facility, and a historic building called Grand Canyon Lodge.
Scientists identify pheromone that triggers locust swarming and a way to block it
In a new proof of concept, researchers from the Institute of Zoology at the Chinese Academy of Sciences in Beijing, have shown that its possible to manipulate pheromones released by locusts to prevent them from swarming or engaging in group behaviour that leads to the feeding frenzy
Lord of the Rings director backs idea to revive New Zealands moa
Filmmaker Peter Jacksons fascination with a large extinct bird has led to an unusual partnership with a biotech company known for its controversial plans to bring back lost species
A seeds exhibition in Coimbatore showcases 100 varieties of native paddy varieties
Iyal Vaagai presents a festival featuring native varietiesofpaddyseedsat the farmers market Namma Ooru Sandhai
Syria says wildfires contained after 10 days
Syria's civil defence agency on Sunday said wildfires in the country's west, which have burned vast tracts of forest and farmland and forced evacuations, had been brought under control after 10 days. The civil defence agency said rescue teams were carrying out operations to open pathways and firebreaks within the forests... in order to reduce the chances of fire spreading in case of reignition.
Why must India recognise its open ecosystems? | Explained
Why are lands classified as wastelands important? Are pastoral communities dependent on them?
Silent killers: Climate change made European heatwaves deadlier; temperatures up by 4C
Pink paradise: Lotus beds re-emerge after 25 years; J&Ks Wular lake in full bloom
Environment Ministry exempts 78% of coal plants from installing key anti-polluting systems
Remaining plants get more time to put in place FGD equipment that cuts sulphur dioxide emissions
For many migraine sufferers, weather changes are a significant trigger, with shifts in barometric pressure, temperature, and humidity playing a role. These environmental factors can activate pain pathways in the brain, leading to debilitating headaches. While the weather is uncontrollable, tracking migraines, adopting healthy habits, and considering preventive treatments can help manage and reduce the impact of weather-related migraines.
Mexican fishermen join fight to save extraordinary amphibian
After decades working as a fisherman on a high-altitude Mexican lake, Froylan Correa is now helping to save an endangered amphibian with gills resembling a lion's mane and a remarkable regenerative ability. After the hatchlings have grown enough, they are moved to the community's achoque protection reserve, where the fishermen care for them until they are ready to be released into the lake, said Israel Correa, a relative of Froylan Correa.
Forest rights and eviction of tribal communities | Green Humour by Rohan Chakravarty
Almost half of Europe and Mediterranean basin hit by drought
Europe and the Mediterranean basin has been hit by a long-lasting drought covering over 45 percent of the region since mid-analysis of European Drought Observatory (EDO) data made available on Tuesday. The EDO data -- up to June 20 -- shows that drought in the region has worsened.
Youth camp confirms 27 dead as Texas flood toll nears 90
Rescuers in Texas searched Monday for bodies swept away by flash floods that killed almost 90 people, including 27 girls and counselors at a summer camp that was destroyed by torrents of water. We've recovered 75 deceased bodies here in Kerr County, including 48 adults and 27 children, County Sheriff Larry Leitha told reporters Monday.
Kumbhi Kagaz from Assam transforms water hyacinth into sustainable stationery
At Kumbhi Kagaz in Assam, Rupankar Bhattacharjee and Aniket Dhar are turning the invasive water hyacinth into compostable, chemical-free notebooks, journals, and calendars
Indonesia volcano spews 18-kilometre ash tower
A volcano in eastern Indonesia erupted, spewing a colossal ash tower 18 kilometres (11 miles) into the sky on Monday, authorities said, just weeks after it caused dozens of flight cancellations to and from the popular resort island of Bali. Last month dozens of flights to and from Bali were cancelled after the volcano erupted.
Syria fights 'catastrophic' fires for fourth day
Syrian authorities said some 100 square kilometres (40 square miles) of forest had urned to ash in wildfires as firefighters from neighbouring Jordan arrived Sunday to battle a fourth day of blazes in the province of Latakia. More than 80 teams including civil defence personnel have been helping battle the blaze, he said, noting local organisations and residents were also providing assistance, in addition to teams and firefighting aircraft from neighbouring Jordan and Turkey.
