Mountain gorilla recovers dramatically thanks to ‘extreme conservation’
As the catastrophic effects of climate change devastate species around the world, it’s worth celebrating the success stories which conservationists battle so hard to achieve. One such story is that of the mountain gorilla. The majestic animal was at one stage expected to be extinct as early as 2000 as numbers dramatically declined throughout the …
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WATCH: Good Morning Britain presenter brands Sydney MP a ‘climate change denier’
Weather presenter on Good Morning Britain Laura Tobin has called out an Australian politician for being a ‘climate change denier’ in a live TV confrontation. Tobin challenged MP Craig Kelly during a debate about the bushfires which have devastated Australia. The debate clearly infuriated the presenter as she cut across Kelly after the MP said …
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Mining billionaire claims Australian bushfires were caused by arsonists
The boss of a huge mining company has claimed that arsonists are to blame for the bushfires which have devastated Australia. Andrew Forest is the founder of Fortescue Metals, and while he has pledged $70 million to help recovery efforts the billionaire said climate change is only a ‘small part’ of the problem. Experts have …
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Colgate launches two vegan toothpastes in recyclable tubes
Oral care brand Colgate has launched two toothpastes made with animal free ingredients and packed in recyclable tubes. One of the world’s popular dental care brands, Colgate, has introduced its vegan-certified toothpaste line Smile for Good that features two cruelty-free toothpaste products in recyclable tubes and cardboard packaging. The toothpaste priced at £4.99 is available …
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Billie Eilish launches sustainable clothing and merchandise with H&M
Vegan singer Billie Eilish has authorized fashion giant H&M to sell her signature oversized silhouettes, and other sustainable merchandise in store and online. With Veganuary (v)egging people to go vegan for the month of January and beyond, iconic star, Billie Eilish has kickstarted 2020 by releasing her sustainable Billie Eilish merch collection with H&M. The …
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Australian village turns its post office into a rescue centre to save burned animals
As blazes rage across Australia, heartwarming stories of compassion for animals are emerging amid the carnage of the bushfires. Many animal lovers are dedicating their time to tend for the most affected species. One small post office the Australian village of Cobargo transformed into an animal rescue centre to do all it could to help …
Vets forced into mass euthanisation of animals burned in Australian bushfires
Over a billion animals have died in the Australian bushfires which have torn through the country, and tragically many of the survivors are so badly injured that vets are being forced into mass euthanisations. Wild animals and livestock have been ravaged by fires, and estimates suggest a billion animals have been killed – with the …
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Over a BILLION animals have died in Australian bushfires so far
Over a billion animals are believed to have died in Australian bushfires including a third of koalas on the country’s mid-north coast – which experts say has driven the animal close to extinction. The University of Sydney has revealed grim estimates relating to the catastrophic damage done to wildlife as fires sweep through the country. …
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Prince William announces a multi-million-pound Environment Prize to tackle climate issues
The Duke of Cambridge has set up “The Earthshot Prize’ to award the most enterprising solutions to the planet’s looming environmental issues in the coming decade. Prince William has always focused his efforts on conservation and in his recent initiative, drawing inspiration from the ambitious moon landing project in 1969 has announced the most prestigious …
Was a headteacher right to ban kids from sending Christmas cards?
A schoolteacher was labelled a ‘Scrooge’ after he banned students from sending Christmas cards to save the planet – but was he right to encourage pupils to protect the environment, or was this a step too far? Jonathan Mason asked the pupils of Belton Lane Primary School in Grantham, Lincolnshire, UK to restrain from sending …
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Giant Eagle to stop single-use plastics by 2025
Giant Eagle stores has decided to ditch plastic in favour of reusable bags for the future. Pittsburgh-based Giant Eagle has 474 stores in Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia and Maryland. Yesterday (December 17), it announced that it will eliminate all single-use plastic bags as part of its new sustainability efforts to reduce plastic menace. The retailer …
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12-year-old plucks staples from trees to help them live longer
Eilean Faltin, a young volunteer spends her time removing staples stuck in trees in order to preserve the eco- habitat. The young environmentalist can’t bear seeing the environment being polluted and has always found ways to care for her community. Starting as young as 8, she joined the Jackson Heights Beautification Group, a local civic …
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