Significant Discovery: Second-Largest Diamond Found in Botswana
A 2,492-carat diamond, the second largest ever found, was discovered in Botswana, presenting significant potential for revitalizing the diamond industry....
FAMILY LEGACY
Chinguetti Faces Existential Threat from Encroaching Desert
Chinguetti, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Mauritania, is threatened by advancing desertification due to climate change. Increasing sandstorms obscure...
Passing of Athol Fugard: A Tribute to a Theatre Legend
Athol Fugard, the renowned South African playwright and director, passed away at 92 in Stellenbosch. Born in 1932, his work...
Remembering Sr. Dorothy Stang: Legacy of Hope and Environmental Advocacy
Sr. Dorothy Stang, an advocate for environmental justice and small farmers in Brazil, was murdered in 2005 at age 73....
Rwanda’s Initiative to Map and Protect Endangered Legacy Trees
The Rwandan government is mapping legacy trees to preserve their historical and cultural narratives while promoting conservation and eco-tourism. These...
Stranding of Young Seals on Kazakhstan Steppe Due to Severe Snowstorm
Dozens of seal pups have been found stranded on the Kazakh steppe due to a severe snowstorm. Experts suggest that...
Genetic Evidence Establishes Link Between Attila’s Huns and Xiongnu Empire
Recent genetic studies reveal a key link between Attila’s Huns and the Xiongnu empire, confirming that some Huns are descendants...
Reforesting Malawi’s ‘Island in the Sky’ to Save Its Vanishing Woodlands
Mount Mulanje in Malawi faces severe deforestation, impacting its unique biodiversity. Efforts by the Mulanje Mountain Conservation Trust aim to...
Ancient Egyptians: Strategies for Climate Resilience Unearthed
Archaeological discoveries suggest ancient Egyptians had sophisticated methods to prepare for droughts, emphasized through recent research by Tel Aviv University....
Reflection on the 2004 Sumatra Earthquake and Tsunami Tragedy
On December 26, 2004, a 9.1-magnitude earthquake off Sumatra triggered a massive tsunami, resulting in over 230,000 deaths and displacing...
