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By Mariela Jara Before, when it didn’t rain in the summertime, we children used to pray to God to send us water from the heavens, and the rain would come. But now it’s different; the climate has changed and no […]

By Cecilia Russell     Celebrating the end of COP28, which ended with an agreement to transition away from fossil fuels. Credit: UNFCCC DUBAI, Dec 14 2023 (IPS) – While the outcomes of COP28 are being hotly debated in both […]

By Andrew Firmin   Credit: El Tayeb Siddig/Reuters via Gallo Images LONDON, Dec 14 2023 (IPS) – It’s recently been reported that the two main protagonists of Sudan’s current conflict – leaders of the armed forces and militia at war […]

The global athletic footwear market is projected to reach USD 191.2 billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 4.4%, from USD 130.3 billion in 2022. The athletic footwear market is expected to continue to grow in the coming years due […]

By Stella Paul     Liane Schalatek joins demonstrators at COP28. After the initial euphoria that accompanied the announcement, questions are being asked about how it will operate and how money will be disbursed. Credit: X DUBAI, Dec 12 2023 […]

By Joyce Chimbi     Jeffrey D. Sachs speaks at the ReWired Summit at COP28. Credit: X DUBAI, Dec 12 2023 (IPS) – The United State’s contribution to the Loss and Damage Fund equals nine minutes of Pentagon spending, says […]

By Emilio Godoy     Colombian President Gustavo Petro presented his environmental plans at COP28 in Dubai and added his country to the small group of nations that support the negotiation of a binding treaty to prevent the proliferation of […]

By Joyce Chimbi     Climate Action Network International action at the UN Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai. The issue of fossil fuels was contentious until the end. Photo by COP28 / Christopher Pike DUBAI, Dec 13 2023 (IPS) […]

By Cecilia Russell   Joshua Amponsem, co-director of the Youth Climate Justice Fund, believes it is time to ensure climate finance and social justice issues are elevated to the top of the agenda and negotiations at COP28.   Joshua Amponsem, […]

By Umar Manzoor Shah      Dr Jasdev Singh Rai brings his concepts of reforestation and diversity to COP28. Credit: Umar Manzoor Shah/IPS DUBAI, Dec 11 2023 (IPS) – Dr Jasdev Singh Rai, an accomplished ENT doctor who hails from […]

By Joyce Chimbi     African researchers want African issues to be front and center as the continent comes to grips with climate change-induced impacts. Credit: COP28/Neville Hopwood DUBAI, Dec 11 2023 (IPS) – African scientists and researchers are concerned […]

By Umar Manzoor Shah     On Arborek Island, Indonesia, shrubs and coral blocks are planted to prevent erosion of the beach. Credit: Alain Schroeder/Climate Visuals DUBAI, Dec 11 2023 (IPS) – There is an irreparable connection between culture and […]

By Umar Manzoor Shah      Five fishers pray for a benevolent sea in Dublar, Bangladesh. Credit: Rodney Dekker/Climate Visuals DUBAI, Dec 11 2023 (IPS) – Wealthier nations must deliver the finances so developing countries can adapt—the time for excuses […]

By Emilio Godoy     The so-called “Green Zone” at COP28, which brings together pavilions of non-governmental organizations and companies that are not officially accredited by the Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, features a clean […]

By Stella Paul      A mask seller in an Indian food market in Kerala during a recent zoonotic disease outbreak. COP28 is the first climate negotiation where the majority of the countries have agreed to declare their commitment to […]

By Joyce Chimbi      In Nahoualakaha, Côte d’Ivoire, rice productivity increased with drought-resistant seed. With the endorsement of the Food and Agriculture Declaration by 130 countries at COP28 in Dubai there is the opportunity to address the nexus between […]

By Joyce Chimbi      ECW’s Executive Director, Yasmine Sherif, addressed delegates over the urgent need to fast-track solutions for crisis-impacted children during the RewirEd Summit plenary session. Credit: Joyce Chimbi/IPS DUBAI, Dec 9 2023 (IPS) – It is a […]

By Umar Manzoor Shah     Changing the climate means getting everyone involved. Credit: Earth Child Institute DUBAI, Dec 9 2023 (IPS) – In the heart of Earth Child Institute’s mission to nurture the future stewards of our planet, the […]

By Umar Manzoor Shah     Faith leaders gather at COP28 to add a spiritual dimension to resolving issues related to climate change. Credit: Umar Manzoor Shah/IPS DUBAI , Dec 7 2023 (IPS) – For the first time at COP28, […]

By Joyce Chimbi      Climate-induced disasters continue to have severe economic and social impacts on vulnerable countries in Africa. The Loss and Damage Fund is expected to boost recovery efforts. Credit: Joyce Chimbi/IPS DUBAI, Dec 8 2023 (IPS) – […]

By Alison Kentish     Activists Digo Bikas Institute at COP28 demand reparations rather than loans for loss and damage. Experts believe while the agreements on Loss and Damage Fund on the first day of the conference there is a […]

By Stella Paul     Workers, some from regions impacted by climate change, joined queues for accreditation outside Expo 2020 in Dubai, where COP28 is being held. Credit: Stella Paul/IPS DUBAI, Dec 7 2023 (IPS) – With COP23 underway, researchers […]

As a startup founder in Maryland, you may have a great product or service, but how do you get the word out and attract customers? And how effectively can you tap into Maryland startup funding opportunities available to you? One […]

When it comes to projects for landscaping and hardscaping in Baltimore, there are specific factors that can significantly impact the success and functionality of your outdoor space. Too often, property owners ignore these critical aspects, and end up with unsatisfactory […]

Laboratories are dynamic environments demanding meticulous attention to detail, especially when it comes to selecting the right lab countertop. A range of technical factors ensures durability, safety, and functionality. Among the various options available, countertops made from phenolic resin stand […]

Slime is a popular toy among kids of all ages. It is fun, colorful, and squishy. But did you know that slime for kids is a great tool to teach kids about arts and crafts? As a type of non-Newtonian […]

Owning a home in Howard County is no small feat. Howard County sits in the middle of Maryland as a hub of real estate investments. While this county promises a good return on investment, the opposite might be if the […]

In today’s fast-paced world, finding reliable and high-quality child care and preschool programs is essential for parents. Parents looking for options in Kensington Forest Glen have access to day care in Silver Spring, MD that stands as a beacon of […]

By Umar Manzoor Shah     Three programmes were announced at COP28 including a greening and forest partnership. This picture shows an example of landscaping for urban spaces and high-rises in Singapore. DUBAI, Dec 6 2023 (IPS) – In the […]

By Joyce Chimbi   Pro-Africa financial infrastructure could help Africa feed the world. Africa is home to an estimated 60 percent of the world’s uncultivated arable land. Credit: Joyce Chimbi/IPS DUBAI, Dec 6 2023 (IPS) – Although long profiled as […]