December 5, 2025

Over 60,000 African Penguins Starve as Sardines Vanish from South African Coasts

More than 60,000 African penguins died between 2004 and 2012 due to lack of sardines. Climate change and overfishing are driving their decline, with population down 80% in 30 years.

December 5, 2025

Telangana’s ₹5 Lakh Crore Industrial Land Policy Sparks Urban Growth Debate in Hyderabad

Telangana's new policy to convert 9,292 acres of industrial land into urban hubs worth ₹5 lakh crore faces sharp criticism. Opposition claims it favors close associates, while government defends it as urban transformation.

December 5, 2025

Australia Faces First Summer Heatwave and Ongoing Tasmanian Bushfires

The east coast of New South Wales is sweating through its first summer heatwave as temperatures soar above 40°C. Meanwhile, Tasmania battles bushfires, with some residents unable to return home. Extreme heat warnings cover multiple regions, and fire dangers remain high.

December 5, 2025

Baby Fur Seal Wanders Into Richmond Pub, Rescued by Rangers in New Zealand

A curious baby fur seal walked into a craft beer bar in Richmond, New Zealand. Staff quickly acted to keep it safe until conservation rangers arrived to rescue it. The seal was released nearby, marking another unusual but normal visit during the seals' annual ‘silly season.’

December 5, 2025

Restoring India’s Grasslands Boosts Carbon Storage and Climate Fight

Grasslands in India, long called “wastelands,” are vital for carbon capture and livelihoods. Restoration in Maharashtra and Gujarat shows big gains in soil carbon, helping fight climate change and support communities.