Breaking stories and eco news on the climate crisis and conservation

Super Worm Saliva Could be Breakthrough Weapon in Battle against Plastic Pollution

Instead of taking several years to decompose, the worm drool can break down hard plastic in just a matter of hours

by Nick Ames

2 Men Arrested in Illegal Transnational Trade of 100 Kilos of Rhino Horn

The two men have been arrested in connection with the illegal trade of over 100 kilos of rhino horn

by Nick Ames

WWF Report Highlights Devastating 69% Global Species Decline

‘The planet is in the midst of a biodiversity and climate crisis, and we have a last chance to act,’ says WWF

by Nick Ames

Dog Rescue Centre in Flood-Hit Fujairah Receives Cash and 2 Tonnes of Food

The Dubai Free Zone IFZA made the donation to the Fujairah rescue shelter Animals & Us after their 400 dogs were affected by flash floods.

by Nick Ames

2 Nord Stream Gas Pipeline Leaks Threaten Climate Disaster

Scientists warn the ‘Potential for a massive and highly damaging emission event is very worrisome’ after Nord Stream gas pipeline leaks

by Nick Ames

UPDATE: Rescuers Save Dozens of Whales but 200 Die After Mass Stranding in Tasmania

Three of the whales are still at risk but despite efforts around 200 have died after being stranded on a Tasmanian beach

by Nick Ames

Project Zambezi – 2,500 Animals Relocated from Parched Zimbabwe Reserve to Cool River Region

Iconic species including elephants, lions, buffalo, impala, and zebras are being relocated from Zimbabwe to a 1.6 million acre UNESCO site on the Zambezi river.

by Nick Ames

Rescue Underway in Tasmania To Save 230 Stranded Whales

Locals are trying to protect a stranded pod of 230 whales that have washed up on a beach in Tasmania.

by Nick Ames

Global First as Dutch City, Haarlem Bans Meat Adverts from its Streets

The Dutch city of Haarlem calls time on promoting ‘products which accelerate global warming,’ including meat, flights and petrol powered cars.

by Nick Ames