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The Szczecin Lagoon, also known as the Oder Lagoon, is a large transboundary coastal wetland shared between Poland and Germany. Designated under the Ramsar Convention and belonging to the Natura 2000…
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Multiple uncontrolled bushfires have affected the Australian state of Victoria in recent days, forcing communities to evacuate, leading to the closure of hundreds of schools, and leaving thousands of…
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Triglav National Park is Slovenia’s only national park and a designated UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, located in the Julian Alps in the northwest of the country. Dominated by Mount Triglav, Slovenia’s…
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The Copernicus Sentinel-2 optical satellites carry 13 multispectral bands which allow for the detailed observation of the Earth’s surface and coastal areas. These spectral bands are acquired a…
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In early January 2026, severe rainfall affected the Lazio region in Italy, with river levels rising rapidly in several areas. As a result, regional and national civil protection authorities issued…
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Cyprus, the third-largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, is characterised by a diverse landscape shaped by mountains, plains, and an extensive coastline. Despite its semi-arid climate, the island…
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On 1 January 2026, Mount Etna entered a new eruptive phase, with lava emerging from a fissure vent located approximately 2,000- 2,100 metres above sea level in the Valle del Bove. According to…
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Europe’s space strategy does not only rely on satellites and launch systems, but also on the digital infrastructures which connect people, ideas, and capabilities across the continent. As Europe’s…
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In early January 2026, heavy snowfall and icy conditions affected large parts of the Netherlands, triggering a severe weather alert in several provinces. The widespread snow cover led to major…
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Greenland’s mountains are crucial for shaping regional climate patterns, influencing ice-sheet dynamics, and directing meltwater to the coast. They also host some of the world’s largest outlet…
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On 3 December 2025, waters along Belgium’s North Sea coast showed clear colour contrasts, revealing active sediment dynamics driven by tidal currents and shallow bathymetry. Such conditions favour…
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São Paulo is the largest city in Brazil and a key economic hub in Latin America. Located in the south-eastern region of the country, it serves as the capital of the state of São Paulo. The city has…
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Sal Island, part of the Cape Verde archipelago in the eastern Atlantic Ocean, is characterised by a flat, arid landscape shaped by volcanic origins and persistent trade winds. The island and its…
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2025 represented an unprecedented year for the EU Space Programme, particularly regarding the expansion of the Copernicus Sentinel family. Europe achieved a notable pace of satellite deployments,…
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Daugavpils, Latvia’s second-largest city, lies to the south-east of the country and has long served as a key regional centre. Its development and identity are closely tied to the Daugava River, which…
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The Teshekpuk Lake Special Area, situated on Alaska’s North Slope, is one of the most ecologically important Arctic wetland systems in North America. Recognised for its high conservation value, the…
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Iceland’s glaciers are among the most prominent in Europe and play an important role in regulating freshwater resources and sea level contribution. In recent decades, they have shown sustained…
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The Istrian Peninsula, the largest peninsula in the Adriatic Sea, is a region of high ecological value. It hosts a mosaic of karst hills, coastal wetlands, and productive marine habitats which…
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The 2025 Antarctic ozone hole closed on 1 December, marking the earliest closure since 2019. This year’s ozone hole was also relatively small for the second consecutive year, especially when compared…
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Located in southern Chile’s Los Ríos Region, the city of Valdivia has been internationally designated under the Ramsar Convention as Latin America’s first “Wetland City”. The recognition comes after…
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