Situated in the south-western corner of Angola, the Iona National Park marks the northernmost reach of the Namib Desert, believed to be the oldest desert on Earth. Spanning 15,150 km², Iona forms part of one of the world’s largest transfrontier conservation areas, linking with the Skeleton Coast National Park and the Namib Partial Reserve to...

1 August is Marine Protected Areas (MPA) Day, dedicated to raising awareness about MPAs and their vital role in marine environment conservation, sustainable development, and the well-being of communities.  In 2025, the Gorgona National Natural Park, located off the Pacific coast of Colombia, was one of four MPAs to receive the Blue Park Award,...

Berlin, the capital of Germany, is situated in the country's north-east, along the banks of the Spree River. Berlin’s geographical position places it at the crossroads of important European routes, contributing to its historical significance as a centre of trade and politics. With an area of around 890 square kilometres, it is one of the...

Forests are an important natural resource. They are home to 60,000 tree species worldwide, absorb carbon dioxide, and help regulate both local and global temperatures. They also sustain millions of people who rely on them for food, medicine, and materials such as wood and rubber. Yet, these ecosystems are under threat. Since the last ice age...

As of 29 July 2025, Portugal is impacted by major wildfires in the north and centre of the country, with more than 2,000 firefighters mobilised to battle the flames. The most affected areas are Arouca (Aveiro District), Ponte da Barca (Viana do Castelo District), and Penamacor (Castelo Branco District). The village of Fornos de Carvão, in the...