MEPs slam Brussels over ‘beefatarian’ campaign to promote meat
Lawmakers say the EU-funded initiative to promote meat-eating undermines Green Deal goals to cut emissions.
Women in Many Countries Face Harassment for Clothing Deemed Too Religious – Or Too Secular
Religious restrictions around the world often target women, who in many countries face censure because their clothing is considered too religious – or not religious enough.
The Vatican's Message for Deepavali
Christians and Hindus:Rekindling Positivity and Hope during the Covid-19 Pandemic and Beyond.
World Council of Churches Greets Hindus on Diwali
"The WCC recalls with gratitude the partnership we have enjoyed with our Hindu partners in the pursuit of justice and peace."
Pope Francis Names Washington Archbishop Wilton Gregory First African American Cardinal
Gregory is one of 13 cardinals in the new class Francis announced Sunday, a promotion that comes as he is trying to rebuild trust in an archdiocese rocked by sexual abuse cases.
U.S. Teens Take After Their Parents Religiously, Attend Services Together and Enjoy Family Rituals
But American adolescents often participate at parents’ behest, and tend to be less religious in more personal, private ways
21 African Countries Are Joining Together to Build a 4,750-mile Wall of Trees
Nearly two dozen African nations are now committed to build and maintain the “Great Green Wall,” a chain of forests and woodlands spreading across the entire continent.
TED Talks: "Let's Make The World Wild Again"
Earth, humanity and nature are inextricably interconnected. To restore us all back to health, we need to "rewild" the world, says environmental activist Kristine Tompkins.
How River Yamuna Cleaned Itself In 60 Days Of Coronavirus Lockdown
Two months of the Coronavirus lockdown have done what successive governments could not do in 25 years with over Rs 5,000 crore at their disposal - clean up the Yamuna river.
The End of Meat Is Here
Our hand has been reaching for the doorknob for the last few years. Covid-19 has kicked open the door.
Princeton Researchers Discover That Home Gardening Is Basically The Answer to Society’s Ills
The study tracked 370 Minneapolis-St. Paul residents’ emotional well-being through common activities like walking, bus riding, shopping, and eating out.
Very Important News From Mayapur
Those who may want to come to Mayapur from China, or other countries and areas in close proximity to outbreaks of this virus, or those with any symptoms of fever, cough, runny nose or breathing difficulties please refrain from coming to Mayapur until further advise.
Animal Cruelty Is Officially a Nationwide Felony in the US
Church of England Says Christians Must Repent for Past Antisemitism
Document acknowledges Christians’ part in persecution of Jewish people over centuries.
India Air Pollution at 'Unbearable Levels', Delhi Minister Says
An Indian health ministry official said the city's pollution monitors did not have enough digits to accurately record pollution levels, which he called a "disaster".
America’s First Urban ‘Agrihood’ Feeds 2,000 Households for Free
The Michigan Urban Agriculture Initiative is an agrihood centers around urban agriculture, and offers fresh, local produce to around 2,000 households for free.
Harvard Is Going Vegan to Save the Planet
Harvard plans to focus promoting plant-based food as part of a commitment to reduce food-related greenhouse gas emissions by 25 percent by 2030.
For First Time Ever, Scientists Identify How Many Trees to Plant and Where to Plant Them to Stop Climate Crisis
The researchers calculated that under the current climate conditions, Earth’s land could support 4.4 billion hectares of continuous tree cover. That is 1.6 billion more than the currently existing 2.8 billion hectares.
Whale Populations in New York Harbor Are Booming—Here's Why
As water quality improved and pollution levels fell, tiny oceanic life-forms such as algae and zooplankton bounced back, providing a crucial food base for a resurgence in menhaden, a schooling fish favored by whales.
France Is the First Country to Ban Plastic Cups, Plates, and Cutlery
Puri King Urges ISKCON Not to Hold Rath Yatra on Unspecified Days
Do we celebrate festivals such as Sri Krishna Janmashtami, Mahashivaratri, Sri Ram Navami and Durga Puja on unspecified days, asks the king.
Canada Bans Keeping Whales And Dolphins In Captivity
In the U.S., SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, which has SeaWorld parks in California, Florida and Texas, announced in 2016 that it would stop breeding captive killer whales and shift its focus to marine mammal rescue operations.
The Amazon Is Burning Because the World Eats So Much Meat
Brazil shipped 1.64 million tonns of beef in 2018, making it the world largest exporter.
Indian Central Government Plans to Bring Yamuna to Vrindavan Ghats; Parks to Replace Illegal Structures
The Municipal Corporation was directed to prepare a proposal calling for horticultural experts and agencies to participate in the project.