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environment
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Desperate Push For African Penguins To Be Recognised As “Critically Endangered” As Numbers Plummet
16 Jul 2024 by Maya-Rose Torrao / No Comments
The research team collected data on penguin breeding pairs from censuses conducted at 26 colonies in South Africa and Namibia between 1979 and 2023 to determine the rate of decline and the species’ conservation status.
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‘Vape Town’ – South Africa’s E-Smoking Is Reaching Crisis Levels
15 Jul 2024 by Maya-Rose Torrao / No Comments
It may seem like a reasonable idea to use vaping as a way to cut down on tobacco cigarettes, but the implications of this switch are becoming increasingly concerning as South Africa’s vaping numbers skyrocket.
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From Birds On Prozac To Fish Addicted To Meth, Pharmaceutical Ingredient Pollution Is Seriously Affecting Biodiversity
13 Jun 2024 by Maya-Rose Torrao / No Comments
Next time you’re thinking of flushing your Prozac down the drain, maybe don’t.
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Panama Prepares To Evacuate First Island Due To Rising Sea Levels
03 Jun 2024 by Heinrich / No Comments
Recently climate change has been warming the waters in the region, intensifying storms and leading to flooding well beyond what the island can manage.
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Nigeria Risks Losing All Of Its Forest Elephants
14 Mar 2024 by Heinrich / No Comments
Nigeria is one of 37 African countries where elephants are still found in the wild, but their numbers are reducing as human activity encroaches on their natural forest habitat.
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Why This South African Succulent Is A “Miracle Plant”
08 Mar 2024 by Tayla / No Comments
This amazing plant creates “forest-like micro-environments”, a ‘carpet’ of leaves that trap water and dust and nutrients, as well as carbon.
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“It’s Unlike Anything I’ve Ever Seen” – Scientists Discover Previously Unknown Prehistoric World On Our Planet [Video]
11 Dec 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
At around 3,600 metres above sea level, in a place where no roads go, scientists found the exotic prehistoric world new to science.
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The Environmental Photographer Of The Year Winners Are Here To Inspire Action
27 Nov 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
“If we can document climate change so creatively, we should be assured of our ability to tackle it too”.
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Death Goes Vegan – Human Composting, A Green Alternative?
30 Jan 2023 by Heinrich / No Comments
Live. Die. Become a veggie patch.
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Rising Sea Levels Could Eventually Swallow The Sea Point Promenade [Images]
18 Oct 2021 by Tayla / No Comments
Climate Central has shown how Cape Town’s urban areas can expect to change in the event of increased temperatures, which can cause sea levels to rise substantially.
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500k People Have Downloaded This End Of The World Prediction
17 Mar 2020 by Maya-Rose Torrao / No Comments
A modern doomsday leader has risen to prominence via a climate change article that has been shared extensively across the globe.
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Your Vinyl Obsession Is Terrible For The Planet
31 Jan 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
We don’t really think about music in relation to climate change, but if you’re part of the vinyl revival, you aren’t doing the planet any favours.
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Sorry, But Your Reusable Shopping Bag Isn’t Great For The Environment, Either
24 Jan 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
In our frantic rush to get away from single-use plastics, we turned to the reusable cotton tote. This bring with it a new set of problems.
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Climate Change: Sorry Greta, Looks Like We’re Too Late
28 Nov 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
A new research paper reports that the world may have already crossed a number of climate tipping points, placing us in a state of planetary emergency.
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You Can Now Join The Extinction Rebellion In South Africa
11 Jun 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
The protest movement, The Extinction Rebellion, has made its way to 500 locations worldwide. That includes South Africa.
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You Were Right To Worry About That Green Liquid On Sea Point Beach
18 Jul 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
After an image of a green substance flowing from the City’s stormwater system did the rounds, people wanted answers. The City of Cape Town has responded.
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Guys, Paul Allen’s Superyacht Is Causing Massive Damage
29 Jan 2016 by Kiernan / No Comments
The Microsoft co-founder isn’t exactly making friends down in the Cayman Islands, his superyacht causing all kinds of havoc.
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Please Enjoy Leonardo Hanging With The Pope [Video]
29 Jan 2016 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Leonardo has two things in common with Pope Francis: They are both Catholics and love the environment.
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Seven Of The Best Places To Spot (Or Avoid) Sharks Along The S.A. Coast
22 Jul 2015 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The Mick Fanning attack in Jeffreys Bay has once again highlighted how close those of us who enjoy our waters come with sharks. So what beaches have the most history?
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Spotted! This Animal Has Only Been Seen 15 Times In The Last 100 Years [Video]
15 Jun 2015 by Kiernan / No Comments
As a species you have to keep a pretty low profile to amass a total of 15 sightings over 100 years. This guy however seemed to be quite a fan of all the attention.
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Incredible Pictures Sum Up Indian Heatwave That Has Killed 1400
28 May 2015 by Kiernan / No Comments
As temperatures continue to soar across India, many of the country’s poor and elderly have succumbed to the extreme conditions. Some roads have even begun to melt.
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We Can’t Stop Watching This Video Of An Unexpected Volcano Eruption [Video]
23 Apr 2015 by Kiernan / No Comments
Most of time those in the know can accurately predict when a volcano is starting to play silly buggers. This volcano erupted out of nowhere and the footage is epic.
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There’s An Elusive Coyote Causing Mayhem In New York City [Video]
23 Apr 2015 by Kiernan / No Comments
As we continue to decimate the environment in which our animals are supposed to live we somehow remain surprised when they encroach on our cities. This coyote takes some catching.
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Remember Erin Brockovich’s Town? Ja Well It’s Finished Now
16 Apr 2015 by Kiernan / No Comments
It seems you can stave off big business, but only for so long. The town of Hinkley, made famous in the movie Erin Brokovich, has succumb to the mighty dollar.
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Sunset Green Flash Caught On Camera! [Video]
26 Feb 2015 by Kiernan / No Comments
Mother Nature really does have the ability to knock our socks right off from time to time. Not only does this sunset deliver but a few whales sneak past in the foreground…good work mama bear.
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Here’s How To Keep That New Car Smell For You Shoes
19 Nov 2014 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
You know that moment when you wear your new shoes and you’re so proud of them but then you take them to a party and some sod stands on them leaving a grubby mark? Those days are over.
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Local Company Has Brilliant Invention To Keep Sharks At Bay
13 Nov 2014 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
I got asked last night if I like to surf. I blamed that I don’t because the water in Cape Town is far too cold (which it is). The real reason? Those pesky little creatures from Jaws. NOT a fan.
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Porn And Drones – A Match Made In Heaven?
05 Nov 2014 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The newest porn genre has been discovered, and it blends technology and nakedness.
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FACT! This Is The Best Deal On Commercial Property In Cape Town Right Now
24 Oct 2014 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The chaotic parking conundrum of Cape Town has been solved with this new property. Check out all the details here…
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2014 Looks Like The Hottest Year On Record (Since 1880)
21 Oct 2014 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has confirmed that 2014 is looking to be the hottest year in recent history…
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