October 12, 2025 10:07 AM

Forest rangers worldwide honored for ultimate sacrifice in protecting wildlife and forests

The IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas (WCPA) presented 13 rangers and ranger teams with the 2025 International Ranger Awards, recognizing their exceptional courage and dedication to nature conservation. The awards celebrate the resilience and perseverance of rangers who protect forests and wildlife worldwide, while raising public awareness about their critical role. Winners received financial grants ranging from USD 5,000 to 25,000 to support conservation work in their regions. This ye...

January 15, 2025 8:20 PM

How biodiversity impacts every corner of human life

Overhunting, ecosystem destruction and climate change caused by human emissions are all contributing to a rapid decline of global biodiversity. A new report released by the World Wildlife Fund, an NGO, highlights what humanity is losing as a result. From the large whales that mix ocean waters and make them more able to sustain life to tapirs that help the Amazon forest grow and provide rainwater to South America, the planet's biodiversity is deeply connected to humanity's well-being. FISHING ...