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As Malaysia's forests disappear, photographer steps up to save orchids

As Malaysia's forests disappear, photographer steps up to save orchids

Suzairi converted his backyard into a conservatory for endangered species to safeguard thousands of plants, chiefly wild orchids.
Sat Jun 04 2022
US to declare 23 species, including ivory-billed woodpecker, officially extinct

US to declare 23 species, including ivory-billed woodpecker, officially extinct

With climate change and natural area loss pushing more species to the brink, now is the time to lift up efforts to save America's wildlife.
Thu Sep 30 2021
'Excited' Polish zoo unveils rare Siberian tiger cubs

'Excited' Polish zoo unveils rare Siberian tiger cubs

The breed is part of the European Endangered Species Programme, making the cubs' birth that much more "exciting".
Tue Jun 08 2021
AI could help us identify endangered species

AI could help us identify endangered species

This technology combines satellite imagery with artificial intelligence to recognise and count elephants moving through Africa's forests.
Tue Feb 02 2021
The size of a matchbox, a rare mouse deer is born on camera in Poland

The size of a matchbox, a rare mouse deer is born on camera in Poland

For the first time ever, an actual birth of a tiny mouse deer was filmed in a hopeful moment for the highly endangered species.
Wed Dec 02 2020
Lucky children greet Fu Bao, the first panda born in South Korea

Lucky children greet Fu Bao, the first panda born in South Korea

Giant pandas are one of the world's most endangered species and the birth of a cub is something to celebrate.
Thu Nov 05 2020
Reptiles vulnerable to unscrupulous pet trading: Study

Reptiles vulnerable to unscrupulous pet trading: Study

According to the new study by researchers, three-quarters of trade is in species not covered by international regulation.
Wed Sep 30 2020
Hong Kong seizes largest ivory haul in 30 years

Hong Kong seizes largest ivory haul in 30 years

The former British colony situated at the mouth of China's Pearl River Delta is one of the world's top global transit hubs for endangered species and their products.
Thu Jul 06 2017
What Harambe's death means for a critically endangered species of gorilla

What Harambe's death means for a critically endangered species of gorilla

Western lowland gorillas are widely hunted for meat, and their body parts are used as medicine and "magical charms," according to the World Wildlife Fund.
Fri Jun 03 2016
Demand for exotic animals pushing endangered species to early extinction

Demand for exotic animals pushing endangered species to early extinction

Illegal wildlife trade around the world is a hefty issue and known as greatest threats to the survival of vast endangered species in driving them to brink of extinction.
Fri Mar 27 2015
Call for sailfish to be listed as endangered species

Call for sailfish to be listed as endangered species

The Federal Government has been urged to list sailfish (scientific name Istiophorus) as an endangered species.
Wed Dec 17 2014
DiCaprio raises $25million at French charity gala

DiCaprio raises $25million at French charity gala

Hollywood star Leonardo DiCaprio has raised more than $25 million (18 million euros) at a charity gala in France for his foundation which aims at protecting the environment and endangered species.
Thu Jul 24 2014
Wild things: Crackdown on menu for China's animal eaters

Wild things: Crackdown on menu for China's animal eaters

China in April raised the maximum sentence for anyone caught selling or consuming endangered species to 10 years in prison.
Mon Jul 07 2014
Conservationists: Whale shark factory found in China

Conservationists: Whale shark factory found in China

A factory which processes around 600 whale sharks annually has been found in southern China, a conservation group said.
Mon Jan 27 2014
Heat on Thailand as wildlife conference starts

Heat on Thailand as wildlife conference starts

Global conservationists will converge in Bangkok for the start of key endangered species talk on Sunday, as host Thailand faces pressure to curb rampant ivory smuggling through its territory.
Sun Mar 03 2013
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time

Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time

Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration

What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration

Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths

The battle to reduce road deaths

In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024