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In 2006, Hawai‘i listed Waipā Stream, after dense hau bush trapped sediment and blocked fish. Today, restoration cut average turbidity by 62% and restored native fish passage- Microphone summit
- In 1994, Jane Goodall's JGI launched Tacare in 12 Gombe villages of Tanzania to fight deforestation. 27 years later, forest cover in community reserves had risen 66% across the area
- Quote of the Day by Humphrey Bogart: “Ain’t nothing a man can’t do if he… – Inspiring lessons on confidence, determination, resilience, perseverance and why the only limit is the one you set yourself by the American actor known for his powerful performances and deep insights on human nature and life’s challengesQuote of the Day by Humphrey Bogart: Humphrey Bogart’s quote, “Ain’t nothing a man can’t do if he believes in himself” explores the importa...08 Sep, 2026, 09.40 PM IST
- In 2005, conservationists tackled Atlantic Forest loss after more than 80% of its woodland had vanished. 13 years later, jaguars in Upper Paraná rose 160% to 105 animalsIn 2005, severe deforestation destroyed over 80 percent of South America’s Atlantic Forest, pushing local jaguars toward extinction. Conser...03 Sep, 2026, 06.36 PM IST
- In 1869, Frederick Billings bought a deforested Vermont estate and replanted Mount Tom; 550 managed acres now form America's oldest professionally managed forestIn 1869, Frederick Billings took the ambitious step of reforesting a deforested hillside in Vermont. His efforts led to the establishment o...03 Sep, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Humphrey Bogart: “The only thing money is good for is to… – Inspiring lessons on wealth, priorities, financial management, time and why you should make your money work for you by the American actor known for his powerful performances and deep insights on financial security and freedomQuote of the Day by Humphrey Bogart: Humphrey Bogart’s quote, “The only thing money is good for is to buy your freedom,” explores the deepe...01 Sep, 2026, 06.39 PM IST
- At 12, she noticed how ironing machines used by vendors released charcoal smoke. She then invented a solar-powered alternative in just 6 monthsAt the tender age of 12, one little girl accomplished the seemingly impossible – she invented a solar-powered ironing cart. Vinisha Umashan...30 Aug, 2026, 08.47 PM IST
- Earth’s forests lost 60% of their canopy during ancient global warming—could it happen again?Ancient forests endured extreme global warming over 56 million years ago. This warming event caused a significant loss of forest canopy cov...30 Aug, 2026, 07.01 PM IST
- COVID lockdowns accidentally created an experiment scientists could never have deliberately run: What happens when the roads and buildings stay, but the people disappear?The COVID-19 lockdowns accidentally created a rare real-world experiment for scientists, as human activity suddenly dropped while roads, bu...29 Aug, 2026, 07.59 PM IST
- Can chimpanzees and apes remember friends after 25 years? Johns Hopkins University study reveals surprisingly human-like social memoryCan chimpanzees, apes and bonobos remember friends they have not seen for decades? A Johns Hopkins University surprising study in 2023 foun...24 Aug, 2026, 11.01 PM IST
- Trump told Lula that officials should meet soon to discuss tariffs, Brazil saysBrazilian and U.S. presidents spoke by phone regarding recent tariffs imposed on Brazilian goods. Lula reiterated that negotiations are the...23 Aug, 2026, 12.47 AM IST
- Quote of the Day by David Attenborough: “No one will protect the natural world we don’t care about...” — a powerful life lesson on nature, curiosity, responsibility, conservation and why we rarely protect what we have never learned to truly see, from the legendary broadcaster known for bringing the hidden world of wildlife into millions of homesQuote of the Day by David Attenborough: “No one will protect the natural world we don’t care about...” highlights a fundamental truth about...21 Aug, 2026, 12.40 AM IST
- In the 1980s, the richest closed-canopy mangroves covered 77,643 sq km globally. 43 years later, they had grown to 88,772 sq km, helping turn decades of mangrove loss into a net global gainMangroves are far more than trees growing along tropical and subtropical shorelines. They form complex coastal ecosystems that provide habi...20 Aug, 2026, 11.12 PM IST
- Best baby boy names for 2026 starting with D and their meanings: These picks are hard to resistParents can find many baby boy names beginning with the letter D. Popular choices include Daniel, David, and Dylan with established meaning...19 Aug, 2026, 07.40 PM IST
- For years, a Florida family used their 24,300 acres of land for hunting. In 1989, their decision to part with the ranchland helped save one of America's rarest big catsOnce the prominent Collier family, the biggest private landowners in Florida, used their vast acres of land for hunting and sport. However,...19 Aug, 2026, 06.41 PM IST
- In the 1990s, China began regreening one of Earth's most eroded landscapes; more than 100 million tons of soil stopped entering the Yellow River each yearChina's Loess Plateau has seen a revolutionary ecological overhaul, where farmers took the initiative to plant trees and construct terraces...19 Aug, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
- In 2015, Indonesia's devastating El Niño fires burned 2.6 million hectares and sent toxic haze across Southeast Asia. 11 years later, restoration efforts had helped cut burned peatland area by 70% in 2023 compared with 2019, showing the value of rewettingIndonesia is facing renewed wildfire concerns as a strong El Niño brings the prospect of reduced rainfall in 2026. The country’s devastatin...15 Aug, 2026, 12.02 AM IST
- In 1953, South Korea began a massive reforestation campaign after the Korean War. Decades later, the effort produced a stunning transformation, with more than 10 billion trees turning barren mountains into thriving forestsAfter the Korean War ended in 1953, South Korea faced severely degraded hills and mountains, with millions of hectares classified as “bare ...10 Aug, 2026, 11.25 PM IST
- Amazon trees kept a rainfall diary in their rings; it shows wet seasons grew up to 22% wetter while dry seasons lost up to 13.5% of their rainResearchers have discovered that ancient Amazonian trees provide vital climate information through their annual rings. By examining oxygen ...06 Aug, 2026, 07.06 PM IST
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