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Iraq's Tigris River in danger of disappearing

The Tigris River, Iraq's lifeline for millennia, is heavily polluted and drying up. Urgent action is needed to save the waterway and the ancient communities, like the Mandaeans, who depend on it for survival and faith.

How Turkey Trades Became a Conservation Success

Discover how US states traded wild turkeys for other animals like moose and otters, reviving populations from just thousands to 7 million birds. Explore this ingenious conservation story.

Aurora's water plea: Only serve when asked

Aurora, Colorado, urges restaurants to serve water only on request as reservoirs sit at 65% capacity. A small step in a major conservation effort. Learn how the city is battling drought.

Giant Amazon Turtle Hatchlings Released in Brazil

Environmental agents in Brazil have released hatchlings of the giant Amazon river turtle into the Abufari Biological Reserve, a crucial step for the species' survival. See the conservation in action.

Scientist leads fight to protect sacred Pacific island

Respected ocean scientist Dr Katy Soapi helped lead a successful community campaign to protect Tetepare Island from logging, creating a model for Pacific conservation. Discover how traditional knowledge and science unite to preserve heritage.

Emergency search for man in Cwmbran river

Gwent Police launch urgent search operation in Afon Lwyd river after reports of man in water near Edlogan Way. Emergency services continue efforts through the night.

Hippo's Magical Diwali Swim in Ganges River

In an extraordinary nocturnal spectacle, a hippopotamus was captured swimming in India's sacred River Ganges during vibrant Diwali festivities, creating stunning visual contrasts between wildlife and cultural celebration.

Daring Hudson River rescue saves American swimmer

A 28-year-old American man's dangerous swim across the Hudson River from Manhattan to New Jersey prompted a multi-agency rescue operation after he was spotted struggling in strong currents near Jersey City.

Munich's iconic river surfing wave vanishes

The Eisbach river wave, a legendary urban surfing spot in central Munich, has unexpectedly disappeared following engineering works, devastating the city's vibrant surf culture and sparking urgent investigations.

Beth Pratt's Mission to Save Yosemite Wildlife

Discover how Beth Pratt, California's unlikely wildlife champion, is leading groundbreaking conservation efforts to restore Yosemite's natural balance through innovative corridors and community engagement.

Murray Cod's Epic 1,100km River Journey Revealed

Groundbreaking tracking research reveals the astonishing migration patterns of Australia's iconic Murray cod through the Murray-Darling river system, challenging previous understanding of freshwater fish behaviour.

Youth Power Klamath River's Historic Restoration

Discover how young volunteers are transforming the Klamath River ecosystem in America's most ambitious dam removal project, creating new habitats for salmon and healing tribal lands.

Russian troops trapped in Dnipro 'death zone' by Ukraine

Exclusive military analysis reveals how Russian forces have become sitting ducks on the Dnipro's east bank, suffering catastrophic losses in what soldiers are calling a 'suicide mission' against Ukraine's precision strikes.

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