To stand by people during their bad times is a major human instinct. Many in the richer segments in society can remain aloof when short or long-term sufferings overwhelm humanity. The scenario is now acutely encountered as the corona pandemic rages throughout Bangladesh.The spectacle is also found across the world. In order to bail out …
The Greenland ice sheet: Alireza Teimoury/Alamy If Arctic sea ice vanishes in summers by the middle of the century as expected, the world could see a vicious circle that drives enough global warming to almost wipe out the impact of China going carbon neutral. Ice losses in frozen regions are known to trigger “climate feedback” …
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The Maldives, a global tourist spot known for its snorkeling, scuba diving, and beaches, has the highest amount of microplastic pollution in its waters. The ubiquity of these plastics will affect its beaches, marine life, and livelihood of island communities. Microplastics, waste that measures less than 5mm, is plastic that’s broken down over time and remains in the environment. Scientists recorded and compared the …
While 2020 has been a year of a pandemic, loss and frustration, it has also been an important year for growth and learning. Consumers are pushing for equity and social justice and are asking brands to speak out and stand up. A recent survey outlines these broad culture shifts with nearly 60% of consumers saying they expect …
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The global shipping industry’s annual greenhouse-gas emissions total more than one billion tons, making it a critical front in the fight against climate change. But whether the sector’s emissions will shrink or grow over the next decade will depend largely on what governments decide in the next few months. NEW YORK – This month, delegates …
