By Mahmoud Issa. September 12, 20246:3 BEIT LAHIA, Gaza, Sept 12 (Reuters) – With Israel blocking the entry of almost all fuel into Gaza to prevent its use by Hamas militants, some Palestinians in the north of the shattered territory have turned to using plastic waste to make their own. “We walk for long distances to […]

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Fires erupted in the area of Safed following the barrage that set off sirens throughout northern Israel. By KESHET NEEV, SAM HALPERNSEPTEMBER 20, 2024 1 Firefighters at the site of a wildfire following a missiles attack from Lebanon, in the northern Israeli city of Kiryat Shmona, September 18, 2024. (photo credit: AYAL MARGOLIN/FLASH90) A playground in the northern […]

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The Nature and Parks Authority filed a 594,000 NIS lawsuit against Jamal Haj for hunting a protected Israeli deer species. By ELI ASHKENAZISEPTEMBER 10, 2024 Through the State Attorney’s Office, the Nature and Parks Authority filed a landmark damages claim this week against Jamal Haj from Tamra, seeking NIS 594,000 for the illegal hunting of a […]

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The central Israeli city of Herzliya is reconsidering a plan to build breakwaters off its coast due to opposition from beach goers and water sports enthusiasts who say the plan will affect the accumulation of sand on nearby beaches Zafrir Rinat. Aug 13, 2024 The Herzliya municipality is reconsidering a plan to build breakwaters off […]

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Vanessa Ghanem, Al Arabiya English. 18 September ,2024 Saudi Arabia seeks to position itself as a player in the global renewable energy sector with an ambitious goal of sourcing 50 percent of its electricity from renewables by 2030. This commitment includes a substantial investment in solar energy, leveraging the country’s abundant sunlight. By the end of […]

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1 / 2 SHAMS CEO Khaled Asfahani said that the forum is part of ongoing efforts to preserve marine environments. (SPA) 2 / 2 SHAMS CEO Khaled Asfahani said that the forum is part of ongoing efforts to preserve marine environments. (SPA)Next Short Url https://arab.news/jrsee September 10, 2024 JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia has reiterated its firm dedication to […]

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Fujairah Research Centre combines traditional, modern methods for marine conservation Published:  September 10, 2024 Fujairah: In a groundbreaking effort to advance marine conservation, Fujairah Research Centre has launched an innovative initiative that combines ancient Emirati practices with contemporary scientific methods to restore coral reefs and boost marine biodiversity. This pioneering approach utilises natural materials such as […]

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Half a million of these birds have been released into the wild to boost sustainability Published:  September 08, 2024 1 Abu Dhabi: The International Fund for Houbara Conservation (IFHC), a leader in pre-emptive species conservation, has announced a total production of 888,256 houbara bustards at its breeding and research centres in Abu Dhabi, Morocco and Kazakhstan […]

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17/9/2024 The Environment Agency–Abu Dhabi (EAD), in partnership with the Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, has successfully rehabilitated 10 greater flamingos rescued during February’s harsh weather event effected by Al-Mizr low pressure at the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve. Heavy rains were accompanied by exceptionally large hail showers, which greatly affected […]

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20/9/2024 In line with Abu Dhabi Mangrove Initiative (ADMI), the Environment Agency–Abu Dhabi (EAD), in collaboration with the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) and Emirates Nature-WWF, launched a first-of-its-kind ‘Guidelines for Mangrove Restoration in the UAE’. As the first national publication to provide specific guidance for mangrove restoration in the UAE, the Guidelines […]

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Rachel Kalikow, CEO. I recently returned from Israel and saw a country very different from the one I visited just over a year ago. This week, the murder of six hostages taken on October 7th has compounded the emotional, if not physical, devastation in Israel. Alongside this, the destruction and displacement affecting the lives and […]

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Short Url https://arab.news/4nvqn September 11, 2024. NIRMAL NARAYANAN RIYADH: Regional and international cooperation is pivotal in addressing environmental challenges, especially in rehabilitating degraded lands, according to Saudi Arabia’s vice minister of environment, water, and agriculture.  Speaking at the 26th meeting of Gulf Cooperation Council ministers responsible for environmental affairs in Qatar, Mansour Al-Mushaiti emphasized that […]

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Tim Stickings August 27, 2024 The UAE vowed on Tuesday to “take forward” a push for clean water in the face of poverty, disease and climate change when it hosts the UN’s next water summit. A 2026 summit co-hosted by the UAE and Senegal will come as time runs out to hit 2030 anti-poverty goals, and with the UN warning that six billion […]

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 05 September ,2024: Severe flooding and violent windstorms have affected 562,000 people across Yemen in recent weeks, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) said Thursday, appealing for $13.3 million in donations amid a funding shortfall.  The “unprecedented weather events” have compounded suffering in the Arabian Peninsula’s poorest country, which is already grappling with one of […]

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 11 September 2024. Short Url. https://arab.news/btd6p QALADIZA:  A river flowing through Iraq’s northern Kurdistan has all but dried up, prompting warnings of an “environmental catastrophe” for the water-stressed border city as it tussles for the resource with neighboring Iran. The Little Zab originates in neighboring Iran and flows through the outskirts of Qaladiza, a hillside […]

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Short Url. https://arab.news/4u74t September 11, 2024. RIYADH: The Saudi Ministry of Environment has introduced an innovative irrigation technique using fish farming wastewater, significantly increasing date palm productivity across the Kingdom. Recent research reveals that this method boosts soil nutrient levels and enhances various qualities of dates, improving their economic value, reported the Saudi Press Agency […]

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Climate change is stressing our food sources. Ben-Gurion University scientists develop advanced aquaponics system, where the vegetables we will eat grow in the waste of fish we will also eat – and it produces energy Ruth Schuster. Aug 21, 2024 Food scares are becoming legion.  Salmonella in salad greens. Staple crops and luxuries like cocoa […]

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Six zones for local species vulnerable to over-exploitation will help preserve stocks Published:  September 02, 2024  Abu Dhabi: A new project consisting of six floating sea cages, capable of cultivating 100 tonnes of fish annually, was announced by the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) on Monday. The initiative has been launched under the directives of […]

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Baby blackchin guitarfish shelter amid the sandstone coves at Ma’agan Michael until attaining critical size to brave the open seas Ruth Schuster. Sep 8, 2024 The blackchin guitarfish lives around the coasts of the balmy Mediterranean Sea and in shallow Atlantic waters from Angola to Portugal. You probably won’t encounter it, though, because it has […]

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