Environment
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The Guna’s Struggle Against Climate Change in Panama
In the remote archipelago of Guna Yala, nestled off Panama's Caribbean coast, the Gunas of Gardi Sugdub face a heart-wrenching…
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New Frog Species Discovered in Ecuador Honors Conservationist Norma Ewing
A new frog species, Pristimantis normaewingae, was discovered in Ecuador's Cerro Candelaria reserve. It is named after American conservationist Norma…
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Coastal Populations in Latin America and the Caribbean Face Rising Climate Risks
A United Nations report warns that tens of millions in Latin America's coastal areas face escalating risks to healthcare and…
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The Death of 157 Howler Monkeys in Mexico Sparks Urgent Conservation Efforts
In a devastating blow to Mexico's wildlife, the deaths of 157 howler monkeys in Tabasco and Chiapas have prompted urgent…
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Mexico Faces Extreme Weather: From Heatwaves to Torrential Rains
As Mexico endures its third primary heat wave of the season, the scorching temperatures are expected to give way to…
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Colombian Biologist Wins National Geographic Explorer of the Year Award Saving Dolphins
Colombian marine biologist Fernando Trujillo emerges as the 2024 Rolex National Geographic Explorer of the Year, embodying a modern-day explorer…
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Severe Flooding in Brazil Devastates Communities Again
Heavy rains have struck Brazil's southernmost state once more, devastating days-long clean-up efforts and flooding previously untouched areas in Porto…
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Argentine Scientists and Greenpeace Unite to Save Jaguars in Gran Chaco
In a race against time, Argentine scientists and Greenpeace have launched Proyecto Yaguareté, a bold initiative to safeguard the survival…
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Brazil’s Atlantic Forest Faces Continued Threats Despite Decrease in Deforestation
The Atlantic Forest, one of Brazil's most threatened ecosystems, saw a 27% reduction in deforestation last year, but the devastation…
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El Niño Exacerbates Food Security Crisis in Central America
A recent study by the World Food Programme and Action Against Hunger reveals that El Niño has severely worsened food…
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