An Amazonian lake reached 106°F recently, and that heat killed hundreds of river dolphins - an alarming sign of climate ...

As Belém's COP30 ended in compromise, political forces moved swiftly to accelerate destruction far from the global spotlight.

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There are several reasons to visit America in 2026. The centenary of Route 66 (see below – number 11) is one. The 250th ...

Seeking a respite from the buzz of city living, one writer seeks silence in one of the country’s most compelling "quiet parks ...

Primates are the most fascinating and diverse mammals on Earth, ranging from familiar monkeys to bizarre, unusual and ...

When it comes to capturing carbon, trees have always been our go-to. But a sinister switch is underway. A study published in the journal Nature reveals that moist tropical forests in Australia are now ...

Hymenaea courbaril, a tropical tree, provides fiber, antioxidants, and natural gums with potential benefits for health and the food industry.

"Human influences are so profound." New study uncovers concerning phenomenon in Amazon rainforest: 'All measures are changing' first appeared on The Cool Down.

The harpy eagle (Harpia harpyja), one of the world’s largest and most powerful raptors, has reappeared across parts of its range in Central and South America after decades of absence. Verified ...

As 2025 unfolded, so did the good news.
From small moments that made us smile to big wins that made our community proud.

New research tries to anticipate road building to identify areas in the Amazon, Asia and Africa that are likely to face ...