A fast-moving fire broke out in the Hollywood Hills of California, USA, on 7 January 2025, threatening iconic Los Angeles landmarks and thousands of homes. The fire was one of four major blazes in the region, which have caused more than five casualties, destroyed at least 2,000 structures, and led to evacuation orders for more than 130,000...

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Water hyacinth is an invasive aquatic plant that has significantly impacted Lake Naivasha's ecosystem and local economy. Introduced in the late 1980s, it has proliferated rapidly, forming dense mats which obstruct waterways, hinder fishing activities, and disrupt the ecological balance. The infestation has led to reduced dissolved oxygen levels...

Oceans are essential ecosystems for our planet, yet they face threats from climate change, pollution, and other human-caused factors. The UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development has outlined ten challenges to address in the coming years to ensure we manage our oceans and their resources sustainably—and Earth Observation (EO) data...

As of 6 January 2025, seven states in the US have declared emergencies following a widespread winter storm which has caused travel disruptions, school closures, and at least five casualties. The storm, which began on 4 January, brought heavy snowfall and extreme cold to the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Midwest regions while also affecting...