As the number of tree species in decline increases, the practice of ‘assisted migration’ is becoming more popular in the Pacific Northwest region.
portland, oregon — Due to the effects of climate change, native trees in the Pacific Northwest are perishing. In response, the U.S. Forest Service, the city of Portland, Oregon, and various citizen organizations in the Puget Sound area are implementing…
Scientists Warn That Negative Attitudes Towards Homosexual Men Could Exacerbate Congo’s Largest Mpox Outbreak
Kinshasa, Congo — The country of Congo is currently struggling with its largest outbreak of mpox, and scientists are cautioning that discrimination against gay and bisexual men in Africa could exacerbate the situation. In November, the World Health Organization stated…
Illegally harvested timber in Colombia is being repurposed to aid bee populations.
Socorro, Colombia — Police in northeast Colombia are protecting warehouses filled with seized timber, which will now be used to create new homes for bees that are struggling due to pesticides and climate change. The wood that is obtained through…
The business owner repurposes scrap metal and other components from outdated solar panels.
Yuma, Arizona — As the world shifts away from using fossil fuels that contribute to climate change, a new issue of pollution arises: how to handle disposal of old or damaged solar panels? Numerous solar panels are being placed throughout…
The impact of COVID-19 continues to be felt among international students in the United States.
The global outbreak of COVID-19 had a major impact on students, causing disruptions to their education and hindering their ability to socialize. However, according to college counselors and international students who have resumed in-person learning in the United States, the…
It is probable that costly rice will persist globally until 2024.
WASHINGTON — For 50 years, Arnong Mungoei has been cultivating rice in the Khon Kaen province of Thailand. Living in a rural area approximately 500 kilometers northeast of Bangkok did not bring her wealth, but it did offer a reliable…
The idea of a moon base, once relegated to science fiction films, is now becoming a real possibility. The concept of a lunar station, previously only seen in movies, is now becoming a tangible potentiality.
The U.S. space agency NASA has a vision to establish a moon base in the future and aims to send humans back to the moon within two years. This goal is a key aspect of the Artemis program, which is…
The Japanese Moon Lander has successfully reached lunar orbit.
Tokyo, Japan — On Monday, Japan’s SLIM spacecraft successfully entered the moon’s orbit, marking a significant milestone in their efforts to complete the country’s first lunar landing. This achievement is anticipated to occur next month. The spacecraft known as the…
Major Successes and Failures in the Implementation of Biden’s Environmental Plan in 2023
The Biden administration has made it a top goal to invest billions of dollars in eco-friendly solutions to combat climate change by 2023. VOA correspondent Veronica Balderas Iglesias reviews the successes and challenges that have occurred this year in the…
As conflict continues to escalate in Sudan, there is a growing concern for the health care of unborn and newborn individuals. The country is facing a looming crisis in providing adequate healthcare for this vulnerable population.
Nairobi, Kenya — Save the Children, a British charity, reports that approximately 30,000 children will be delivered in Sudan, a country ravaged by war, within the next three months. These newborns will not have access to essential medical treatment, such…