Cyclones in Oman are likely to increase due to climate change, said the Director of the Centre for Environmental Studies and Research at Sultan Qaboos University, Times of Oman states. “Cyclone activity in the Arabian Sea will increase in the coming period at the record and violent levels. Extreme weather phenomena such as Cyclone Gonu […]
UN states that the full NDC Synthesis Report contains “some progress, but still a big concern.” UN Climate Change published on September 17 a synthesis of climate action plans as communicated in countries’ Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). The NDC Synthesis report indicates that while there is a clear trend that greenhouse gas emissions are being […]
Almost the entire history of mankind is somehow connected with displacement. Sometimes it occurred for quite considerable distances. Going on a sea voyage, pilgrimage or military campaign, we, intentionally or accidentally, carried away various species of animals and plants. Let’s get to know on Vsevolod Rudy, author of the Telegram channel Bar “Crazy Naturalist”, opinion […]
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced ‘The Principles of the 50’, as part of the ‘Projects of the 50’ campaign, to chart the strategic roadmap for the UAE’s new era of economic, political and social growth, BNA reports. The 10 principles act as guidelines for all UAE’s institutions as the country approaches a new […]
Kuwait-based International Islamic Charity Organization (IICO) has laid the foundation for a new village for refugees and a water project in Yemen’s Al Hodaydah Governorate, BNA reports. In statements to Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) on the sidelines of the ceremony held on this occasion, Al Hodaydah Governor Al Hassan Taher pointed out that the […]
A conference-debate to celebrate the environment and raise awareness on current environmental issues will be organized by the French embassy in Bahrain on September 18. The “Eco-friendly consumption” conference will be followed by the screening of the latest film by director Yann Arthus Bertrand, “Legacy”, at the Alliance Française. “The objective of this conference is […]
On Sept 19 world leaders are returning to the United Nations in New York this week with a focus on boosting efforts to fight both climate change and the COVID-19 pandemic, which last year forced them to send video statements for the annual gathering. As the coronavirus still rages amid an inequitable vaccine rollout, about […]
Qatar maintains some lush, green parks despite the Gulf state’s hot climate. These open spaces have jogging trails for those looking for a place to keep active, while some keep kids entertained with pretty features and playgrounds. If you prefer a leisurely activity, unwind with a cup of coffee at a parkside café. We’ve found […]
If you think about traveling to Iran whenever the coronavirus is finally behind us, you might wonder what time of year is best. Iran is known for being a destination to fall in love with as its mesmerizing traditional architecture, serene deserts, jagged mountains, emerald jungles, and above all, its hospitable people. It is one […]
The first phase of a project for the plantation of wild plants was launched in Dhofar Governorate of Oman in July, Oman Observer reports. The first phase of the project, organized by the Environment Authority with broad community participation, involved the sowing of wild plant seeds after large amounts of seeks have been collected in […]
