Island Nation Becomes First Country in the World to Ban Sunscreens With Reef-Harming Chemicals
Although there have been a few pieces of legislation against toxic sunscreens introduced around the world, Palau is the first country to pass a full ban.
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These Photographers Captured Some of the Most Dazzling Pictures of Mother Earth's Landscapes
Some of the world's most breathtaking landscapes were captured in these stunning images submitted to the Agora photo app for this international contest.
Scientists Use Recycled Sewage Water to Grow 500-Acre Forest in the Middle of Egyptian Desert
Researchers have been rerouting human wastewater from a city to grow trees in Egypt—and it could lead to more than 36 forest sanctuaries in the desert.
At Long Last, Smallest Native Californian Tribe Has Land To Call Their Own
Thanks to a $4.5 million grant from state legislators, the Esselen tribe has finally been given a historic chunk of Californian land to call their own.
Hawaii's State Bird Soars Back From Brink of Extinction After Only 30 Birds Left on Islands
Thanks to a captive breeding program in place since 1967, Hawaii's state bird is no longer extinct-and the Hawaiian Goose is on the glidepath to recovery.
Last Full Moon of the Decade Rises on 12/12 at 12:12 AM - For Lucky East Coasters
In addition to being the last full moon of the decade, this week's moonrise on the east coast of the United States will take place at 12:12AM on 12/12.
First Drone Project of Its Kind in Canada is Aiming to Plant 1 Billion Trees by 2028
By planting trees at a rate of 20,000 saplings per drone per day, the group hopes to plant 1 billion trees over the course of the next 8 years.
Finally, a Documentary About the Extraordinary Man Who Documents the World: Sir David Attenborough
If you're a fan of the documentary, Planet Earth, wait ‘til you watch the documentary about the guy who, for decades, helped bring the planet to life on TV.
Need to De-Stress? Watch This Video of Alpacas Peacefully Grazing While Enjoying a Stunning Sunset
If you have never been exposed to the soothing sights of an alpaca herd grazing in front of a New Zealand sunset, then you're missing out.
Los Angeles is Giving Out Free Trees for Yards and Neighborhoods; Here's How to Get up to 7
The city hopes that by giving away saplings to residents, they will be able to plant at least 90,000 trees over the course of the next two years.
Officials in Zambia Unite to Halt Mining Permits in Pristine Wilderness in Africa
Three Zambian officials made public their vow to halt mining permits in Lower Zambezi National Park due to the threats posed to the environment and water.
Before Tree Gets Cut Down, Buddhist Monastery Writes Touching Notice to the Fir And All the Wildlife Living in it
A 100-year-old tree scheduled to be cut down gets a ceremony and hearfelt notice of thanks from the Berkeley Buddhist Monastery.
Indonesia Looks to its Past to Solve Modern Energy Troubles
One of the nation's most prominent sources of greenery will now be able to power the homes of thousands of rural villagers.
Beloved 1-Ton 'Wizard Rock' Disappears From National Park Only to 'Magically' Reappear One Week Later
The strange disappearance-and immediate reappearance-of a beloved 1-ton boulder in Arizona has been chalked up as a wonderful example of everyday magic.
Endangered Seal and Sea Lion Populations Turned Around By Fishermen Who See the Creatures in a New Way
Fishermen in Peru have turned around a decimated sea lion and seal population in Peru, after seeing the creatures in a new way.
Veterans Are Finding Lasting Peace After Taking These Free Journeys into Nature for Months at a Time
Rather than prescribing medication to US veterans suffering from PTSD, these ex-military members are finding therapy in nature.
Get Inspired by the Stunning Footage of This Holy Temple Sitting Amongst the Clouds of China
The mountaintop Chinese temples of Red Clouds Golden Summit have been a destination for Buddhists and tourists in search of peace and inspiration.
YouTube Star Known For Kindness Celebrates 20 Million Subscribers by Funding the Planting of Millions of Trees
This famous YouTuber is celebrating his 20 million subscriber milestone by raising money for the Arbor Day Foundation to plant 20 million trees.
Oil Company Surrenders 15 Land Leases on Sacred Native American Land
Though Davon Energy could have started drilling on the Badger-Two Medicine land, they surrendered the leases after being met with firm opposition.
Dreading a Dark Winter Lockdown? Think Like a Norwegian
WS looks to Norway to see how their traditions of coping with long cold winters can help Americans in states facing second lockdowns.
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