Wild storm in New Zealand disrupts flights, thousands without power
Heavy rain and strong winds disrupted flights, roads, and power supply across New Zealand’s North Island, leaving tens of thousands without electricity.
Environment & Climate Change
Rare giant phantom jellyfish found near Argentina during early February mission
Growing global connections: How KKL-JNF trades knowledge with the world
Trash burning in Palestinian towns poses severe health risk to nearby Israelis, local leaders claim
Earthquake jolts Bangladesh, killing five and injuring around 100
"I have never felt such a tremor in my life. We were at the office when the furniture started shaking. We rushed down the stairs on the street and saw other people on the road already," said Sakib.
Trump administration proposes to loosen rules protecting endangered species
The move, which raised concerns among specialists, aligns with President Donald Trump's effort to unwind what he says are burdensome federal regulations for businesses.
Australia rules out co-hosting COP31 with Turkey amid ongoing diplomatic standoff
"No, we won't be co-hosting because co-hosting isn't provided for under the rules of the (United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change)," Albanese said.
Israeli scientists pioneer way to monitor sea urchins as die-offs threaten coral reefs worldwide
Sea urchins play a vital role in maintaining the delicate balance of coral reef ecosystems by feeding on algae that compete with corals for sunlight.
Scientists select demonic name for new horned 'Lucifer' bee species discovered in Australia
While the bee’s horns may have been enough to inspire the name alone, the lead scientist admitted she was inspired by the popular show Lucifer, which she had been watching on Netflix.
Critically endangered perennial herb successfully propagated by KKL-JNF
The endangered herb is mostly found in the Sharon and Menashe heights but exists in only small, isolated spots across the country as its population has declined since the mid-20th century.
UK to build its first mini nuclear power station in north Wales, angering Washington
The US had been pushing for US energy firm Westinghouse to lead a large-scale project in Wylfa, but Britain opted for the British-built SMR on the island in Wales.
War-torn Myanmar embraces solar to tackle power crisis
Myanmar's junta said earlier this year generation capacity had plunged by nearly half from pre-2021 levels.
High pollution levels found at several streams in northern, eastern Israel, ministries confirm
The Health and Environmental Protection Ministries advised against entering the water at several points due to a high level of bacterial contamination.
Two earthquakes topping 5.9 magnitude hit Cyprus in one day, both felt in northern Israel
According to Ynet, the quake was primarily felt in Haifa, Afula, and Nazareth.
