Southern Africa is reeling from its worst drought in decades, with Namibia particularly hard hit. With 84% of its food reserves depleted, the country is on the brink of a humanitarian crisis. In response, the Namibian government has announced a plan to cull 723 wild animals, including 83 elephants,
The notion of homesteading is often romanticized as a rustic, self-sufficient way of life that's disconnected from the hustle and bustle of modern society. However, what's driving this trend, and what are the most popular locations for Americans to trade in their urban lifestyles for a more rural ex
Africa's ecosystems are the unsung heroes of the continent's future, and by extension, the future of the planet. These natural wonders have been the backbone of African cultures and societies for millennia, supporting an incredible array of biodiversity and playing a critical role in regulating the
We're at a crossroads – a perfect storm of wars, inequality, climate change, and technological advancements has left humanity in turmoil. But, instead of giving up, it's time for us to take collective responsibility to shape a better future. The United Nations' Summit of the Future, happening this m
Imagine a 15-story building in Kingston's north end, covered in lush greenery, with solar panels and wind turbines generating electricity. Sounds like a futuristic utopia, right? But is it a feasible and sustainable concept? The non-profit developers behind this $115 million project believe they can
Imagine a world where the metals crucial to addressing climate change are extracted in an environmentally friendly way, avoiding the damage of open pit mining and preventing metals from ending up in landfills. This is the vision of Nth Cycle, a company that's pioneering a new approach to extracting
Imagine a world where startups revolutionize industries, disrupt traditional business models, and create new opportunities. Cryptocurrencies and fintech are making waves, with startups creating new payment systems and revolutionizing the way we handle our finances. Artificial intelligence is no long
Google's $10 million deal with Holocene aims to support the development of direct-air capture (DAC) technology, which removes carbon dioxide emissions from the atmosphere. But does it sound too good to be true? Before we dive into the tech, let's consider the bigger picture: what if DAC's high cost
Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury is cautiously optimistic about CFM's open-rotor engine technology, but is it enough to convince the industry? The innovative design features a massive 14-foot diameter fan, non-rotating variable-pitch stators, and the promise of improved fuel efficiency. But can it deli
What if I told you that the future of finance hinges on understanding Generation Z? That's right, those born in the mid-1990s to early 2010s are set to transform our industry more than any generation before them. But here's the catch: they're not interested in business as usual. Consider this: des
