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What Lies Beneath: How The Mysterious Twilight Zone Could Save Our Oceans

Earth’s last great wilderness beneath the waves is crucial in regulating the global climate by removing planet-warming carbon from the atmosphere but even the Twilight Zone is now under threat

by Sarah Freeman

It’s Time To Throw Out Our Throwaway Culture

While we all want to do our bit by turning off lights for Earth Hour tonight, try these six easy every day swaps to fight throwaway culture and help the planet all year round

by Hayley Doyle

Relocation, Relocation, Relocation: Where Can You Escape The Climate Crisis?

There is nowhere on our planet that will not experience climatic shifts as a result of global warming, however some places will be more habitable than others. We examine the best options for climate migrants to relocate to in a changing world

by Caitriona McBride

Mammoths May Roam Earth Again by 2028

Wooly mammoths may be reintroduced in parts of the US and Canada

by Nick Ames

A Question Of Meat: Does Your Diet Really Shape the World?

More people are adopting plant-based lifestyles to combat climate change but the question remains: does a meat free diet really offer the environmental benefits many claim?

Editor’s Note: The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or editorial stance of the magazine

by Josh Sims

Back to Nature: Outdoor Weekend Adventures for all the Family 

Blow away the cobwebs and head outdoors to the UAE’s most amazing mountains, beaches, lakes, and glorious natural landscapes 

by Harriet Shephard

From Heatwaves to Hurricanes: The Impact of 2024’s Climate Disasters

As we enter a new year, The Ethicalist takes a look back at the climate events that shook 2024, reminding us all of the urgent need for action

by Anthea Ayache

Older Animals Are Dying Off Faster – And It’s Wreaking Havoc on Nature

A new approach to conservation is urgently needed, say scientists, as the loss of wise, older animals threatens the balance of our ecosystems

by Nick Ames

The Forever Gift: Why Pets Are a Commitment, Not a Seasonal Accessory

While buying a little puppy or kitten for the festive season might seem like a magical idea, local animal welfare volunteers explain why the trend is exacerbating the UAE’s problem with unwanted pets

by Harriet Shephard