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After seeing Elon Musk blanket low-Earth orbit with thousands of satellites, it’s only natural to wonder: why not shoot all our garbage into space? Or even straight into the sun? It might sound like a sci-fi dream—or nightmare—but the reality is more grounded. The simple answer? We can’t afford it.Continue Reading
A recent study has unveiled a jaw-dropping revelation: humans have caused Earth’s axis to tilt by nearly 31.5 inches (80 cm). The culprit? Massive groundwater extraction. Researchers studying climate change discovered that this significant human activity doesn’t just contribute to rising sea levels—it literally shifts the way our planet spins.Continue Reading
The National Commission on Indigenous Peoples in the Davao Region (NCIP-Davao) has taken a firm stance against illegal quarrying, emphasizing that Indigenous Peoples (IP) leaders involved in such activities will not receive legal protection. This declaration underscores the commission’s commitment to upholding the Indigenous Peoples’ Rights Act (IPRA) of 1997Continue Reading
An ecological crisis is unfolding beneath the waves in Southern Leyte, Philippines. A severe outbreak of crown-of-thorns starfish has devastated coral reefs, with 80% of fisherfolk suffering the consequences of this marine invasion. The crown-of-thorns starfish (Acanthaster planci), notorious for its spiky, venomous spines, feeds voraciously on coral polyps, leavingContinue Reading
Cancer, a complex disease caused by disruptions in normal cell functions, often stems from genetic mutations. These mutations can be inherited, arise spontaneously during cell replication, or result from environmental carcinogens—chemicals capable of triggering cancer. Avoiding obvious risks like cigarette smoke and excessive sun exposure is feasible. But steering clearContinue Reading
The Philippines enacted in 2023 one of the most ambitious Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws globally, marking a transformative step toward a circular economy. This groundbreaking legislation holds companies accountable for the environmental impact of their products and packaging, requiring them to recover and manage their plastic waste. Businesses withContinue Reading
COP29, the 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Baku, Azerbaijan, is centered on the pressing issue of mobilizing trillions of dollars in climate finance to address the escalating climate crisis. The summit builds upon the Paris Agreement’s commitment to establish a “new collective quantified goal” (NCQG) for climate financeContinue Reading
