Man who self-immolated in front of Israeli embassy in Washington dies
US Air Force member Aaron Bushnell died after setting himself on fire in front of the Israeli embassy in Washington DC. His last words were ‘Free Palestine’. On Sunday afternoon, 25-year-old Aaron Bushnell filmed himself walking towards the Israeli embassy in Washington DC while wearing his military uniform. Broadcasting on...
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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...
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...
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...
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...
Exposing the tyranny of caste in Indian academia
The dramatic detention of Dr. Ritu Singh, a former Delhi University professor, marks a turning point in her ongoing protest against caste discrimination in academia. Dr. Singh, a Dalit professor dismissed from University of Delhi allegedly due to caste bias, has protested for over 170 days seeking justice and reform. On...
Zimbabwe to block scholarship for LGBTQ+ people
In a controversial announcement, Zimbabwe's Vice President, Constantino Chiwenga, declared the government would block scholarships for LGBTQ+ individuals, particularly those sponsored by GALZ, a membership organization advocating for the rights of such groups in Zimbabwe. The state university scholarship program, which caters to individuals aged 18 to 35, has been a crucial avenue for many aspiring students to pursue higher education in Zimbabwe. For LGBTQ+ individuals, however, that option is...
Study finds that deep ocean dwellers are full of microplastics
Microplastics are everywhere. In our homes, bloodstreams, and even in human placentas. New research shows these pesky plastic particles have even reached the deepest parts of the ocean – and they’re being eaten by sea creatures. Considering humans have been using non-biodegradable and non-recyclable plastic since the early 60s, there probably isn’t a single part of the planet that hasn’t been touched by fossil-fuel based materials. Various kinds of plastic have...
2024 Super Bowl was first to be powered by renewable energy
The biggest game in American sports has dominated headlines and timelines this weekend. But a surprising revelation about the Super Bowl’s sustainability initiatives has got people talking. As the most-watched sporting event in the US, the Super Bowl has some staggeringly unsustainable statistics attached to it. From the gross overproduction and consumption of game-day cuisine, to the high-profile and high-emission journeys of its guests, the big game is certainly accountable for...
JP Morgan and State Street back out of largest climate investor group
Some $14 trillion of assets have up and left Climate Action 100+. Key corporate members JP Morgan and State Street have announced their resignation from the global investment group while BlackRock has significantly limited its involvement. Sigh. Climate adaptation costs could reportedly climb to $340 billion by 2030. Yet, a duo of financial behemoths worth a combined $14 trillion deem this a great time to jump ship from coordinated international...
