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We need climate adaptation now
Oped, Published on 05/04/2024
» The announcement made by the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) is a grim warning of record-high temperatures. The entire nation is bracing for scorching hot weather this month, with forecasters saying temperatures look set to reach 44.5 degrees Celsius in some parts of the country. For example, the mercury level in the Thoen district of the northern Lampang province reached 42C on Monday and yesterday, the hottest temperatures for this year’s summer so far. Meanwhile, the TMD reported the temperature of Muang district was not far behind at 41.8C.
Sun Group Unveils Phu Quoc's Ultimate Nature Adventure
Published on 03/04/2024
» Phu Quoc, Vietnam – Phu Quoc Island has emerged as a global hotspot for travellers seeking unparalleled natural beauty and luxurious experiences. The southern part of the island, in particular, boasts extraordinary gems like Bai Kem Beach, named among the world's top 50 beaches by Flight Network, and Bai Sao Beach, acclaimed as one of the planet's 10 most pristine stretches of sand.
The Ocean Cleanup Launches InterceptorTM 019 Against River Plastic
Published on 02/04/2024
» Marine waste, spurred by improper disposal, severely impacts marine ecosystems. Addressing this urgent issue requires a comprehensive and multi-sectoral approach that includes prioritising waste management strategies to prevent ocean-bound waste and performing regular cleanups.
Sick dugong 'cause for deep alarm'
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 24/03/2024
» An emaciated and fatigued dugong was sighted last week near Trang's Koh Libong, a renowned habitat for this marine mammal.
Salt, sea and spoonbills
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 07/03/2024
» During a morning stroll through vast salt fields in the seaside town of Samut Sakhon, I couldn't resist but take breathtaking photos of a large flock of birds. Close by, experienced birdwatcher Suchart Daengpayon (also known as Mr Tee) led a small group of foreign tourists on a trip to see the food-seeking behaviours of the spoon-billed sandpiper, an endangered shorebird species.
A journey through time
Life, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 25/01/2024
» Peru is synonymous with Machu Picchu and vice versa. However, it is so much more than that.
Ripe time for culture-based action
Oped, Published on 14/12/2023
» Climate change affects every aspect of our lives, from the food we produce and our health to global peace and security. But the climate crisis is transforming not only our natural ecosystems but also our social and cultural landscapes, eroding our tangible and intangible heritage and practices, and depriving us of precious sources of resilience, meaning, identity, and knowledge.
Suntory Mizuiku Youth Camp Inspires Water Conservation
Published on 15/11/2023
» Water, a vital element for ecosystems and all living beings, constitutes only about 3% of Earth's total water, with saltwater making up the remaining 97%. Thailand has grappled with various water-related challenges, including droughts, floods, degrading water resources, and contamination from urban areas, industries, and agriculture in recent decades. To address these issues, collective efforts are needed to preserve the limited freshwater resources for future human use while maintaining environmental balance.
A sustainable paradise
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 09/11/2023
» Lying back in a cosy beach chair and tuning in to the sound of the waves may be the easiest way to unwind and let go of tension. Rainfall not only brings out the beauty of Mother Nature, but it also hydrates the lush surroundings, soothing our fatigued eyes and elevating our spirits.
How Belize became a poster child for 'debt-for-nature' swaps
AFP, Published on 16/10/2023
» NEW YORK - When Covid hit Belize, its economy nosedived: closed borders meant fisheries and farmers had no export markets, and tourism centered on the tiny Central American nation's warm waters and wonders of biodiversity came to a halt.