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EU criminalises serious cases of environmental destruction

EU criminalises serious cases of environmental destruction

The European Union has become the first international body to criminalise acts comparable to ecocide. Ecocide is a case of severe environmental destruction which leads to habitat loss and, ultimately, crimes against humanity. For far too long, major companies have engaged in practices that are destroying our planet with little to no consequences. Those days may soon be coming to an end. In a landmark ruling, the European Union has criminalized...

By London, UK
Biden administration hit by lawsuits from green groups and Big Oil

Biden administration hit by lawsuits from green groups and Big Oil

Biden’s offshore drilling plan has sparked controversy, with both oil and gas companies and environmental groups voicing their concerns through lawsuits filed against the administration. Recently, two separate lawsuits were filed against the Biden administration at the same time over its five-year oil drilling plan in the Gulf of Mexico. The lawsuits were filed by Earthjustice, a California-based environmental law organization on behalf of other environmental groups, and the American...

By Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Senegal election delays threaten nation’s democracy

Senegal election delays threaten nation’s democracy

Senegal is in a political crisis as the eagerly awaited presidential election faces yet more unexpected delays, causing widespread protests and raising doubts about the nation's democratic strength. The presidential election, initially scheduled for this month February 25, was unexpectedly postponed due to unforeseen circumstances, leaving the nation in a state of uncertainty. The decision made by President Macky Sall, has been met with skepticism and concern, as many believe...

By Nairobi, Kenya
Spain becomes latest European nation to ban short-haul domestic flights

Spain becomes latest European nation to ban short-haul domestic flights

Back in November, the Spanish government proposed a ban on flights that take less than 2.5 hours by train. Confirmation that the law will come into effect soon signals a win for the environment – but is it too good to be true? In efforts to reduce its national carbon footprint, Spain has become the latest European country to ban domestic flights travelling distances reachable within 2.5 hours by train. The...

By London, UK