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December Blooms – 6 Plants That Are not Afraid of the Cold

22 December, 2019

Some people think that with winter nature goes into hibernation, depriving the world of the colours of flowers and plants. But some plant species continue to bloom even at low temperatures. In fact, there are many plants that can colour…

Human Rights and the Environment: What Does International Law State?

21 December, 2019

We all know that the environment is increasingly at risk because of man. For this reason, it is essential to investigate the connection between human rights and the environment. In recent years, public attention has focused on the problem of…

Climate Crisis Is Already Affecting Kids Health – And It Will Get Worse

21 December, 2019

Climate change will keep on damaging kids health. In fact, an entire generation is under threat, unless there are immediate cuts in fossil fuel emissions. Not to mention the increase in fatal infectious diseases and the increase in victims of…

Spend Your Holidays in Nature in These Green Accommodations

20 December, 2019

Today we can travel in an ecological way. In fact, there are many accommodation facilities in the world that adopt a sustainable lifestyle, respecting the environment and nature. Natural furniture, energy and water saving, recycling and the possibility to eat local food.…

Sami Peoples in Sweden Face the Consequences of Global Warming

20 December, 2019

In the long Arctic winter, reindeer usually dig the snow with their snouts to find the mosses and lichens. In recent years, however, climate change has made winters milder. Moreover, rising temperatures have brought unusual rainfall, which freezes to the…

Pet-Friendly Holidays: How to Spend Christmas with Pets

19 December, 2019

Sharing Christmas with our four-legged friends makes everything more exciting. However, they also need special attention during the holidays. For example, you may have to choose their menu or to organize any trips with them. If that's the case, here…

Air Pollution Is Reaching Extreme Levels in New Delhi

19 December, 2019

On November 1, the inhabitants of New Delhi, the capital of India, woke up under a thick blanket of smog. Air pollution was so severe that people had difficulties breathing. As a result, the local authorities even declared a public…

Being Journalists Is Dangerous According to World Press Freedom Index

18 December, 2019

Journalists investigate and tell the truth, questioning authority if necessary. Today, however, this role is increasingly under threat. As a result, press freedom is under attack in several areas of the world. The rise of authoritarian and nationalist leaders has…

In South Australia You Can Grow Vegetables in the Desert

18 December, 2019

Seen from the satellite, South Australia looks like a reddish spot. In fact, among the six states of the Australian Federation, it is the largest. From above, except for the huge stretch of coastline that includes Adelaide, you can see…

This Disturbing Himalayan Lake Is Filled with Human Bones

18 December, 2019

They thought they were the victims of a violent hailstorm. Before that, people thought they were an army that had fallen during a war. According to popular belief, however, it was the fault of an exterminating god. But the only…

Stateless Persons: How Many People in the World Have no Homeland?

17 December, 2019

Stateless persons are people that no state recognizes as its citizens. This means that they do not have a set of rights and cannot participate fully in the social and political life of the country in which they actually live.…

Sustainable New Year’s Eve: Smart Tips for a Green Party

17 December, 2019

Immediately after Christmas, there comes another holiday that we love to celebrate - New Year's Eve. There are many ways to celebrate this occurrence. Some people opt for the classic dinner at home, while others prefer parties and events outside.…

Rapa Nui – Entering the Cave of the Cannibals on Easter Island

16 December, 2019

In Rapa Nui you can find not only the famous, huge Moai. In fact, Easter Island also hides a disturbing cave. Covered by the rocky coast and the waves that lap it, this cave has a very special name that…

Immigrant Lebanon Women Work as Servants in Inhuman Conditions

16 December, 2019

When we talk about Lebanon and migrants, we think about the refugees of the war in Syria. But if we go beyond the surface we discover that in this same area there is another reality that deserves great attention. It…

Disposable Appliances: Why They Don’t Last as Long as They Used to

15 December, 2019

As technology continues to advance, creating new products and new needs, we find ourselves with disposable appliances that last less. Actually, they are made to last less. In this regard, a German study showed that 60% of the televisions replaced…

In Singapore You Can Make Flowers Bloom with an App

15 December, 2019

It is already an enchanted forest. However, starting from January it will be even more so. It is Gardens By The Bay, a 101-hectare park in central Singapore, right next to the Marina Bay Sands reservoir. This magnificent park is…

Tribal Groups are the Best Guardians that Forests Could Ever Have

15 December, 2019

They protect the environment and forests, but they are subject to violence and threats. According to a recent report, government tend to prevent tribal groups and local communities from playing the key role of "forest guardians". People consider them criminals -…

Christmas Gifting Ideas for People Who Love Animals

14 December, 2019

Finding the right Christmas gift for our friends and family is not as easy as it seems. You always have to take into account the tastes and interests of others, so you can find a gift that they can really…

Twin Peaks Falls Are Sacred to Local Tribe – But Still Open to Public

14 December, 2019

The Snoqualmie Falls, on the Snoqualmie River near Seattle, have long been a major tourist attraction in the area. However, they gained international fame when they appeared in David Lynch's TV series 'Twin Peaks'. The so-called Twin Peaks Falls, in…

How Lina Medina Became The Youngest Mother Ever At Age 5

13 December, 2019

Lina Medina Vasquez was five years old in 1939 and lived in Paurange. It is a remote village in Peru, in the district of Ticrapo. There were no clinics or hospitals in her country. One day, her abdomen became extremely…

Green Marketing: Sales-Oriented Yet Environmentally Friendly

13 December, 2019

We all now know that cheap consumer goods and the "disposable" mindset of consumers have a negative impact on the environment and working conditions in many production countries. Nevertheless, many people have only discovered the real extent of these problems…

Ethiopians Hide the Most Inhospitable Yet Evocative Place on Earth

12 December, 2019

As we have already seen, our planet is rich in places where it is difficult to live and survive. Yet, there is one place that may rank as the most inhospitable in the world. The Ethiopians, who guard and live…

Here Are Some Countries That Don’t Celebrate Christmas

12 December, 2019

Christmas is celebrated in more than 160 countries, even in those that are not predominantly Catholic. The Christmas tree, Santa Claus, the lights, the mistletoe and sometimes even the crib - they all have become symbols of celebration. And that applies…

Organic Meat Is Good to Eat – But not so Good for the Environment

11 December, 2019

Eating meat, especially organic meat, poisons the air. The discovery comes from a British study published in Nature Communications, which seems to dismantle a deep-rooted conviction. In fact, it seems that "organic" is not always nice and good. Moreover, eating…

How Going Outdoors – and Loving Nature – Will Save the World

11 December, 2019

There's a world out there waiting for us. Today, more than ever, the need for exploration is alive. We are curious, hungry and through the internet we can see places that are on the other side of the world even…