Category: Oceans
Oceans Immortal Jellyfish & the Secret to Cheating Death
What most of us would recognize as a jellyfish – the otherworldly, gelatinous aquatic animals renowned for their sting-filled tentacles – is actually just the final stage of these animals’ life cycle. At least, it usually is, but not all jellyfish play by the… Continue Reading “Oceans Immortal Jellyfish & the Secret to Cheating Death”
European Banks are linked to de-Forestation & Slavery
Environmental campaigners have dragged controversial investments into the spotlight, claiming that major European banks are linked to businesses that harm threatened species, deforestation in Brazil and other questionable environmental practices. European banks, including Switzerland’s UBS, Britain’s HSBC and Spain’s Santander, have been thrown into… Continue Reading “European Banks are linked to de-Forestation & Slavery”
Baoase mag verder in zee bouwen
Baoase Luxury Resort heeft van de minister Cooper van Verkeer, Vervoer en Ruimtelijke Planning (VVRP) een vergunning gekregen krachtens welke landaanwinning mag plaatsvinden in zee direct achter het perceel Winterswijkstraat 12. Dit blijkt uit een ambtelijke beoordeling van VVRP, die op vrijdagmiddag 24 april… Continue Reading “Baoase mag verder in zee bouwen”
Curacao steekt 150 miljoen in Zakito voor bouw stinkende Jachthaven en Hoge Torens in beschermd Mangrove gebied
De tegenstrijdige ontwikkeling van het Zakito gebied bij Koredor vormt een gevaar voor de kraamkamer van de voedingsketen, waarbij mangroven verwijderd worden voor de bouw van een rijkeluis haven voor zwaar vervuilende diesel yachten en woontorens in het natuurlijke gebied. Ook vormt dit project… Continue Reading “Curacao steekt 150 miljoen in Zakito voor bouw stinkende Jachthaven en Hoge Torens in beschermd Mangrove gebied”
The Sun and Moon control Life Cycles on Planet Earth
Sun as the Source of LifeThe Sun provides the energy that makes life on Earth possible. Its light drives photosynthesis allowing plants to produce food and oxygen which supports almost all living organisms. Day and Night CycleThe rotation of Earth under the Sun creates… Continue Reading “The Sun and Moon control Life Cycles on Planet Earth”
Ecotourism wipes out entire Wildlife Populations & Human Communities
Ecotourism is often considered highly compatible with conservation efforts because it generates revenue through the non-consumptive use of wildlife (in contrast to, e.g., fishing and hunting), while helping to foster a conservation ethic among participants. However, it is becoming clear that human presence in… Continue Reading “Ecotourism wipes out entire Wildlife Populations & Human Communities”
Wind Turbines create negative impact on Wildlife and Public Health
Seven countries now generate 100% of their electricity from renewable energy – two are in Europe. Last year was the best year on record for new wind energy installation. That is a 50% increase from 2022 making it the best year on record for… Continue Reading “Wind Turbines create negative impact on Wildlife and Public Health”
Wildlife USA in danger as Species are waiting for Protection
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has been exceedingly slow to protect species. A 2016 study found that species waited a median of 12 years to receive safeguards. In total, at least 47 species have gone extinct waiting for protection. Several of the species… Continue Reading “Wildlife USA in danger as Species are waiting for Protection”
Toeristen op Curacao genieten van Mass scuba diving, Mangrove peddling, under water Scooter sight seeing tours, zwemmen met Dolfijnen
Massa toerisme staat bekend voor het ontregelen van lokale levenskwaliteit, omdat deze de hele samenleving in een ander jasje stopt, waarmee het volk geen voorrang meer krijgt in de samenleving en toeristen de overhand nemen omwill van een geldverdien model. Dit levert alleen de… Continue Reading “Toeristen op Curacao genieten van Mass scuba diving, Mangrove peddling, under water Scooter sight seeing tours, zwemmen met Dolfijnen”
Trump considering military strikes in Venezuela
US President Donald Trump is considering carrying out strikes against drug cartels on Venezuelan soil, CNN reported on Friday, citing sources familiar with the matter. The reported deliberations come as the Pentagon has deployed at least eight warships and one submarine to the eastern… Continue Reading “Trump considering military strikes in Venezuela”
Dutch Caribbean Colony of Curacao sounds Alarm over soaring Housing Prices
The Fundashon pa Konsumidó, Curaçao’s leading consumer rights organization, is raising the alarm about the island’s rapidly rising housing prices and privatization of the Dutch so-called autonomous Caribbean island along the coast of Venezuela. According to the foundation, the cost of living—especially in terms… Continue Reading “Dutch Caribbean Colony of Curacao sounds Alarm over soaring Housing Prices”
Russia’s Arctic Sea Lane to Become Major Trade Route between Europe and Asia
The Northern Sea Route is expected to become a major trade route for goods shipped between Europe and Asia. It stretches the entire length of Russia’s Arctic and Far East regions. Ships under the Russian flag could get the exclusive right to transport oil and… Continue Reading “Russia’s Arctic Sea Lane to Become Major Trade Route between Europe and Asia”
Portuguese Naval Ship ‘Bom Jesus’ ended up in the Desert of Namibia?
The Portuguese were always admired as renowned seafarers. During the Early Modern Period, the Portuguese were amongst the world’s foremost explorers, navigators, and long-distance merchants. But even so, these voyages were fraught with danger. Sailing ships at this time was no easy task and… Continue Reading “Portuguese Naval Ship ‘Bom Jesus’ ended up in the Desert of Namibia?”
