In Greece, wildfires have been a major concern recently. On the island of Crete, a large fire near the town of Ierapetra forced 5, 000 people to evacuate. Firefighters and helicopters worked hard to control the blaze, and by Friday morning, there was no active fire front. The fire damaged some trees
In the vast and untamed landscapes of Zambia, a heartbreaking incident unfolded. Two women, one from the UK and the other from New Zealand, lost their lives in a national park. They were on a walking safari, a popular activity for tourists seeking to experience nature up close. The women, both in t
On the Greek island of Crete, a wildfire has been causing chaos. Strong winds have made it hard for firefighters to control the blaze. The fire started near Ierapetra on the southern coast. It has forced thousands of people to leave their hotels and homes. About 5, 000 tourists had to be evacuated.
Southern Europe is feeling the heat, quite literally. Countries like Spain, France, Italy, and Greece are experiencing extreme temperatures that have become all too common. Spain saw a record high of 46C, while France had nearly its entire mainland under alert. The heat is not just uncomfortable; it
Wheat is a staple food for many people around the world. But it's in trouble. Droughts are becoming more common and more severe. This is a big problem for farmers and for everyone who eats bread, pasta, and other wheat-based foods. Scientists are trying to find ways to help wheat survive in dry cond
In the world of wildlife webcams, a new star has emerged, and it's not the usual bear or eagle. Denali National Park has launched a livestream featuring five adorable sled dog puppies, and they're stealing hearts left and right. These little ones were born in May to Merlyn, a working sled dog at th
In a wildlife park in southwest England, two bears named Mish and Lucy decided to take a little adventure. They managed to sneak out of their enclosure through an open back door. Staff were busy working with vehicles, so they didn't notice the bears wandering around in the staff areas. With their a
In a surprising turn of events, two young bears, Mish and Lucy, aged four, managed to slip out of their home at Wildwood Devon, a wildlife park in southwestern England. Their great escape happened on a Monday afternoon, leading to a brief but entertaining adventure. The bears didn't waste any time.
The practice of growing the same plant species repeatedly in the same spot can cause problems. This is what happened with Coptis chinensis. In the wild, this plant is tough and rarely gets sick. But when it is grown in the same place over and over, it becomes weak and vulnerable to diseases. One w
In the vast expanse of Argentinian Patagonia, wildfires have been raging, leaving behind a trail of destruction. These blazes are not just burning trees and vegetation. They are also releasing a cocktail of harmful substances into the air. Carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, volatile organic compounds
