Australia endured an unprecedented "black summer" of bushfires, devastating communities still healing amidst the new challenge of coronavirus. This project shares their stories.

Director:

Australia endured an unprecedented "black summer" of bushfires, devastating communities still healing amidst the new challenge of coronavirus. This project shares their stories.

Director: Cybele Malinowski
Producer: Cat Clark
Editor: Luey Conway
Composer: James Brown
Colour Grade: Matt Fezz
Sound Mix: Fade to Black Sound

Witness the remarkable growth of Monsoon, an adorable black bear cub, in the beautiful U.S.-Mexico borderlands. Over 15 months, the Center’s critter cams documented Monsoon's journey from a

Witness the remarkable growth of Monsoon, an adorable black bear cub, in the beautiful U.S.-Mexico borderlands. Over 15 months, the Center’s critter cams documented Monsoon's journey from a 2-month-old cub, secure with its mother, to a fully independent yearling.

The borderlands reveal a surprising diversity of wildlife sharing Monsoon's habitat. Neighbors include cacti, coatis, coyotes, bats, pumas, and even a jaguar, showcasing the rich ecosystem of this unique region.

Jasmina, a Serbian author, feminist, political activist (Women in Black, Code Pink), translator, and filmmaker, delivered a TEDx presentation exploring the "design of war." She began by discussing

Jasmina, a Serbian author, feminist, political activist (Women in Black, Code Pink), translator, and filmmaker, delivered a TEDx presentation exploring the "design of war." She began by discussing the Srebrenica genocide, where 8,000 Muslims were killed.

She connected this "design of crime" to the abuse and pornography women face in warfare. Her core message emphasized that design must be founded on responsibility, ethics, and morality.

The Black Lives Matter movement has advocated for its cause since 2013.

Following the killing of George Floyd, the phrase "Black Lives Matter" gained global visibility, appearing on streets

The Black Lives Matter movement has advocated for its cause since 2013.

Following the killing of George Floyd, the phrase "Black Lives Matter" gained global visibility, appearing on streets and screens worldwide. (News report, June 2020, Channel 4, United Kingdom)

The Black Lives Matter movement, born from a social media post, has ignited global discussions on race and inequality. In an October 2016 TED conversation with

The Black Lives Matter movement, born from a social media post, has ignited global discussions on race and inequality. In an October 2016 TED conversation with Mia Birdsong, founders Alicia Garza, Patrisse Cullors, and Opal Tometi shared insights on leadership, hope, and inspiration amidst painful realities.

They offered advice for ensuring universal freedom: "join something, start something and 'sharpen each other, so that we all can rise.'"

William Mitchell delivered a talk titled "Portland: A Black Perspective"

William Mitchell delivered a talk titled "Portland: A Black Perspective" on July 1, 2020.

This event was hosted by the Pearl District Neighborhood Association in Portland, Oregon.

This event convened diverse women and gender-diverse leaders from grassroots to global levels, alongside advocates and policymakers. They shared insights on the climate crisis, COP27, and

This event convened diverse women and gender-diverse leaders from grassroots to global levels, alongside advocates and policymakers. They shared insights on the climate crisis, COP27, and strategies for advancing just, community-led solutions to interlocking global challenges.

Notable speakers included Jacqui Patterson (The Chisholm Legacy Project), Diana Duarte (MADRE), Farhana Yamin (Chatham House), and Jade Begay (NDN Collective), who also served as moderator and is WECAN's Executive Director.

The event was part of the Women’s Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN) three-day Climate Justice Forum, "Facing the Climate Emergency on the Road to COP27," held September 20-22.

EarthX is a media company dedicated to inspiring conservation and sustainability through its programming. Its original series, "Defenders of the Wild," features conservationist Ivan Carter. In

EarthX is a media company dedicated to inspiring conservation and sustainability through its programming. Its original series, "Defenders of the Wild," features conservationist Ivan Carter. In Season 3, Episode 8, "Don't Poke the Bear," Carter tracks a black bear in Utah to study its behavior, using a special tool to get close enough to tag it.

Watch "Defenders of the Wild" Wednesdays on EarthX (cable) and EarthXtra (free streaming). Remember, the actions depicted are performed by professionals; do not attempt them at home.

For more content, visit [EarthX Media](https://earthxmedia.com/) and subscribe to the [EarthX Media YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/@EarthXMedia).

Ashlynn Bottle, a 23-year-old Indigenous woman, has been missing from Thunder Bay, Ontario, since April 26, 2026. Police and her family are concerned for her well-being.

The Thunder Bay

Ashlynn Bottle, a 23-year-old Indigenous woman, has been missing from Thunder Bay, Ontario, since April 26, 2026. Police and her family are concerned for her well-being.

The Thunder Bay Police Service seeks public assistance to locate Ashlynn. She is 5'3" with a thin build, brown eyes, and long, dark-brown hair. She was last seen wearing a black crop top, jacket, red baseball cap, burgundy sweatpants, red and white Jordan shoes, and carrying a black backpack.

If you have information, contact the Thunder Bay Police Service at 807-684-1200. To remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or visit www.p3tips.com.

Mariana Van Zeller investigates the global surrogacy market in "Trafficked with Mariana Van Zeller" (S3, E6), exposing how the desire to start a family fuels a "babies-for-cash" black

Mariana Van Zeller investigates the global surrogacy market in "Trafficked with Mariana Van Zeller" (S3, E6), exposing how the desire to start a family fuels a "babies-for-cash" black market.

Watch the full "Black Market Babies" episode on YouTube, or stream the entire series on Disney+. Explore more National Geographic series and full episodes on YouTube, Hulu, and the NGTV app. Subscribe for additional content.