Mary Evelyn Tucker connects the teachings of Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr. to the Earth Charter. She emphasizes humanity's capacity for radical, long-term change, asserting that

Mary Evelyn Tucker connects the teachings of Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr. to the Earth Charter. She emphasizes humanity's capacity for radical, long-term change, asserting that recognizing our place in a unique, living Earth community is vital at this critical historical juncture.

Tucker further discusses the Earth Charter's relationship to Satyagraha, highlighting its foundational principles of nonviolence, democracy, and peace.

The Global Symposium for Regulators 2025 (GSR-25) will be held at the King Abdul Aziz International Conference Center (KAICC) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from August 31 to September 3,

The Global Symposium for Regulators 2025 (GSR-25) will be held at the King Abdul Aziz International Conference Center (KAICC) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from August 31 to September 3, 2025.

Key speakers include Doreen Bogdan-Martin, ITU Secretary-General, and Dr. Cosmas Zavazava, ITU Director of Telecommunication Development Bureau.

The Earth's power transcends political figures like Trump, May, and Putin. During writing sessions in Trump Tower, we often feel insignificant.

However, the fearless wildlife in a 45-second

The Earth's power transcends political figures like Trump, May, and Putin. During writing sessions in Trump Tower, we often feel insignificant.

However, the fearless wildlife in a 45-second film inspires. Nature's roar challenges the "fear-monger-in-chief," embodying a revolutionary spirit. Earthalujah!

Discover how astronomer Vera Rubin's persistence led to the groundbreaking discovery of dark matter, a concept now fundamental to understanding our universe. Despite initial dismissal and facing

Discover how astronomer Vera Rubin's persistence led to the groundbreaking discovery of dark matter, a concept now fundamental to understanding our universe. Despite initial dismissal and facing barriers as a woman in science, Rubin's work revealed that astronomical objects exaggerate gravity's grip, earning her the National Medal of Science and posthumous honors like the Vera C. Rubin Observatory.

Join us for this "Good Lit" series event on August 26, 2021, featuring Ashley Jean Yeager, author of *Bright Galaxies, Dark Matter, and Beyond: The Life of Astronomer Vera Rubin*, in conversation with George Hammond. Learn more and subscribe:

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A global webinar gathered experts to share the latest research on developing banana cultivars resistant to Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense Tropical Race 4 (TR4). Building on prior discussions,

A global webinar gathered experts to share the latest research on developing banana cultivars resistant to Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense Tropical Race 4 (TR4). Building on prior discussions, the event consolidated knowledge and highlighted recent progress in breeding, field trials, and advanced genetic tools. Organizers included Victor Prada, Matheus Lima, and Adriele Benedetto.

The webinar updated ongoing research, identified challenges for durable resistance, and emphasized genetic diversity's role in resilient production. It also underscored biotechnology's potential and the importance of multi-location trials. The event fostered knowledge exchange and strengthened global collaboration for effective TR4-tolerant cultivar deployment worldwide.

Energy Justice Director Jean Su recently discussed the Center for Biological Diversity's petition to FEMA on MSNBC, advocating for crucial disaster relief funding for extreme heat and wildfire

Energy Justice Director Jean Su recently discussed the Center for Biological Diversity's petition to FEMA on MSNBC, advocating for crucial disaster relief funding for extreme heat and wildfire smoke. Learn more: https://biodiv.us/4c9b9Y7

The Center for Biological Diversity is a 501c3 nonprofit protecting species and their habitats through science, law, and media, believing human welfare is linked to nature's diversity. We strive for a wild world for future generations. Visit https://www.biologicaldiversity.org/ for more, including action alerts (https://www.biologicaldiversity.org/action/alerts/) and social media links (Twitter: https://x.com/CenterForBioDiv, Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CenterforBioDiv/, Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/centerforbiodiv). Email inquiries to center@biologicaldiversity.org.

Jean Todt, the UN Special Envoy for Road Safety, delivered the opening remarks at the ITU/UNECE FNC 2024 conference. His address focused on critical global road safety issues and ongoing

Jean Todt, the UN Special Envoy for Road Safety, delivered the opening remarks at the ITU/UNECE FNC 2024 conference. His address focused on critical global road safety issues and ongoing initiatives.

This collaborative event, organized by ITU and UNECE, brought together experts to discuss future challenges and collaborative solutions in this vital area.

Watch an interview with Jean Su, director of the Center's Energy Justice program, conducted during the COP27 summit in Egypt.

The Center for Biological Diversity is a Tucson-based 501c3

Watch an interview with Jean Su, director of the Center's Energy Justice program, conducted during the COP27 summit in Egypt.

The Center for Biological Diversity is a Tucson-based 501c3 nonprofit. We work to secure a future for all species, believing human welfare is deeply linked to nature's vast diversity. Through science, law, and creative media, we protect the lands, waters, and climate essential for survival.

Learn more and take action at our website. Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. For inquiries, email center@biologicaldiversity.org.

Sir David King, former UK chief scientific adviser (2013–2017), discussed the governance of climate-altering technologies in the Arctic with the Carnegie Climate Governance Initiative

Sir David King, former UK chief scientific adviser (2013–2017), discussed the governance of climate-altering technologies in the Arctic with the Carnegie Climate Governance Initiative (C2G).

He participated in two C2G sessions on October 10th at the 2019 Arctic Circle Assembly. There, scientists, policy experts, indigenous activists, youth, and other civil society representatives explored critical questions facing decision-makers regarding the Arctic's future.

Sir David King, former chief scientific adviser to the UK government (2013–2017), discussed the governance of Arctic climate-altering technologies with the Carnegie Climate Governance Initiative

Sir David King, former chief scientific adviser to the UK government (2013–2017), discussed the governance of Arctic climate-altering technologies with the Carnegie Climate Governance Initiative (C2G).

At the 2019 Arctic Circle Assembly on October 10th, Sir David participated in two C2G sessions. There, scientists, policy experts, and civil society representatives explored critical questions concerning the Arctic's future.

Learn more here.