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LEWIS PUGH SOUTH GEORGIA SWIM 2017
In 2017, Lewis Pugh swam 1 km at South Georgia to campaign for protection. 7 years later, protected waters had grown from 2% to 36%, adding 166,000 km² of ocean in totalLewis Pugh swam one kilometer off South Georgia in 2017. This swim was part of a campaign for greater water protection. Protection rose fro...- In 2021, more than 125,000 people downloaded Cicada Safari to photograph Brood X; by May 17, they had submitted over 50,000 photos and videos for mappingBillions of cicadas emerged in spring 2021, prompting widespread public interest and documentation. The Cicada Safari app allowed people to...
- Thru the optimism prism: GDP’s 7.8% print offers some hope for those willing to see itIndia's economy grew by 7.8% in the first quarter of fiscal year 2027. This growth was fueled by a consumption spurt and government capital...
- This 10,000-acre Texas wetland was cut off from sea and turned into a dust bowl. 70 years later, many native flora and fauna are being restored by conservationistsBahia Grande, a South Texas wetland, was transformed into a dust bowl after a 1936 ship channel project. Conservationists reopened a channe...
- India votes for UN resolution on more accurate world mapIndia has backed a UN resolution aimed at enhancing the accuracy of global cartography. This initiative seeks to address long-standing dist...
- 'Four-engine govt' in Delhi a killing machine: Congress on Delhi building collapseCongress leaders attacked the BJP following a building collapse which killed seven students. They demanded accountability from Prime Minist...
- Quote of the day by ‘Gone with the Wind’ author Margaret Mitchell: ‘Until you've lost your reputation, you never realize what a burden…’ – American novelist on reputation, independence and the courage to be yourselfQuote of the day: Margaret Mitchell, author of Gone with the Wind, explored reputation's burden. Her famous quote highlights freedom found ...
- An old geopolitical distortion correctedThe United Nations has adopted the Equal Earth projection, correcting centuries of map distortion. This new projection restores proportiona...
- Emmy Awards Night 1 Big Winners: Bad Bunny and Jimmy Kimmel shine as ‘The Traitors’ dominates reality categories; check full winners listThe 78th Primetime Emmy Awards kicked off on September 5, 2026, with a spectacular Night 1 ceremony. The evening was dominated by the Apple...
- Aichi-Nagoya 2026: Asian Games’ biggest stars and top countries to watchAsian sporting giants converge in Japan for the 20th Asian Games. China remains the dominant force, aiming for a twelfth consecutive top me...
- Africa’s push to redraw the world map to show its true size wins overwhelming UN support; India votes in favourThe UN General Assembly has backed an African Union-led push for world maps that more accurately represent Africa’s size. The “Correct the ...
- In 1972, Florida dumped 2 million tires into the ocean to build the world’s largest man-made reef; decades later, the military had to remove themIn 1972, old tires were submerged as an artificial reef, but they didn't succeed in fostering marine life and instead became a daunting env...
- In 2002, South Australia scuttled ex-HMAS Hobart in 2 minutes and 17 seconds; 18 years later, a marine survey recorded more than 50 fish species around the destroyerThe HMAS Hobart, once a formidable navy destroyer, has transformed into a vibrant artificial reef after being submerged for eighteen years....
- In 2017, Jordan sank a 100-foot C-130 Hercules cargo plane off Aqaba; marine life has been colonizing it ever sinceA retired Jordanian C-130 Hercules plane was intentionally sunk offshore Aqaba. This created an artificial reef to foster marine life and c...
- In 2003, Fort Lewis trained 25 public works staff to improve building energy use. 2 years later, the base had achieved 20-30% greater efficiency than the ASHRAE standardFort Lewis Army Base used staff training, equipment upgrades, renovation projects, and improved operating practices to strengthen building ...
- Thailand cuts visa-free stay from 60 to 30 days for tourists from 60 countries, including IndiaThailand has cut its visa-free stay for tourists from 60 days to 30 days from September 15, 2026. Indians remain eligible for visa-free ent...
- US lifts January pause on immigrant visa issuance for nationals of 75 countriesThe US has lifted its immigrant visa issuance pause for nationals of 75 countries following a federal court order. The restriction, introdu...
- Quote of the day by J. R. R. Tolkien: 'All that is gold does not glitter, not all those who wander are lost; the old that is...' - inspiring quote by The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings author teaches life lessons on strength, resilience and why taking a different path doesn't mean you’re lostQuote of the day by J. R. R. Tolkien: J. R. R. Tolkien's quote reminds us that appearances can be deceiving. Something valuable may not alw...
- Kumar Sangakkara lives in a 120-year-old heritage mansion inside UNESCO-listed Galle Fort with three courtyards, rooftop pool facing Indian Ocean, lighthouse view, coral walls and modern interiorsSri Lankan cricket legend Kumar Sangakkara’s Galle Fort home combines heritage and luxury. The 120-year-old villa sits inside UNESCO-listed...
- In 1772, Benjamin Franklin sent Chinese tallow seeds to Savannah, Georgia; the government planted more along the Gulf in 1900, and the tree now covers 185,000 hectaresIn the late 1700s, a shipment of 1772 seeds sparked a significant invasion of non-native trees across southern U.S. forests. The federal pl...
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