Category : Climate Change


Miyawaki Method Creates Fast Urban Forests

The Miyawaki method compresses forest growth into small urban spaces using dense native planting and soil preparation, offering heat reduction and air quality benefits.

Australian Army Fires AS9 Huntsman Howitzer First Time

The Australian Army has conducted its first domestic firing of the AS9 Huntsman self-propelled howitzer, marking a key milestone before the system enters service. Crew training has begun on this modern artillery platform.

Heatwave Kills Hundreds of Flying Foxes in Australia

A severe heatwave on Australia's east coast has caused mass deaths of black and grey-headed flying foxes. Wildlife rescuers report hundreds dead in Illawarra and Sydney, with orphaned babies needing urgent care.

Konya Basin Sinks While Turkish Plateau Rises

New research shows Turkey's Konya Basin is actively subsiding despite the Central Anatolian Plateau uplifting. Scientists link this to deep mantle processes rather than surface fault movements.

Dal Lake Freezes in Kashmir's Severe Cold

Parts of Dal Lake in Srinagar have frozen as Kashmir Valley experiences 'Chilla-i-Kalan', a 40-day period of extreme cold with temperatures dropping to minus levels.

Iran Hunts Starlink Users to Block Protest Footage

Iranian authorities are targeting Starlink satellite internet users to prevent videos of violent protests from spreading globally, as the death toll exceeds 2,500 amid a near-total internet blackout.

Animals That Survive Harsh Weather

Discover how certain animals have evolved remarkable adaptations to endure and even thrive in the world's most extreme weather conditions, from polar bears to camels.

Etihad Named World's Safest Airline for 2026

Abu Dhabi's Etihad Airways tops AirlineRatings.com's 2026 safety rankings, becoming the first Gulf carrier to achieve this milestone with its modern fleet and crash-free record.

Chandigarh Hits 2.8°C, Cold Wave Declared

Chandigarh experienced its coldest day this winter with temperatures plunging to 2.8°C, meeting IMD cold wave criteria. Dense fog reduced visibility, with icy winds expected to persist.

Noida Air Quality Drops to 'Very Poor' Again

Noida's air quality deteriorated sharply to 'very poor' on Tuesday with an AQI of 367. Ghaziabad and Delhi also saw significant worsening, with conditions expected to persist until at least January 16.

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