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As the Rights of Nature (RoN) movement gains momentum, the world is finally waking up to its sound reasoning. RoN posits that nature is an inherently valuable entity, and not simply because of the services it provides to humans. This legal framework recognises that all life on our planet is deeply intertwined, and, rather than treating it, by law, as property, we must acknowledge that nature has its own right to thrive and flourish to its fullest potential.
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There exists a formidable continent where extremes are the norm. Where there is complete darkness for several months. Where 2°C feels like a warm summer’s day. It is the coldest, windiest, driest, cleanest (not so much anymore) and loneliest of places. And it’s where most of our freshwater comes from.
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As we step into a new year, the world is facing increasingly complex challenges in addressing the Climate Crisis and its impacts on nature. And yet, with a new year comes renewed passion and a deeper commitment to find solutions. In the realm of ocean conservation, the extraordinary ability of marine life to rejuvenate itself time and time again remains a cornerstone of hope that healthy oceans are possible.
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“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity, it was the season of light, it was the season of darkness, it was the spring of hope, it was the winter of despair.” - Charles Dickens
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A traditional plastic bottle takes around 450 years to decompose. That’s exactly as old as the Agra Fort in India and just a few decades shy of the lifespan of the Western Roman Empire and the year Michelangelo finished painting the Sistine Chapel ceiling in 1512. It is mind-boggling to think that in a matter of mere minutes, we can purchase and discard an object with a half-millennium legacy.
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For the first time ever, the full migration cycle of an Australian southern right whale has been tracked, showing just how far these gentle giants travel and underscoring a profound truth—-in the ocean, everything is connected.
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Beyond the tropical fish and bright coral reefs, a world of briny darkness beckons. Here, claws, spikes, tentacles and fangs abound and creatures far more impressive than any 'monster' emerge from the depths. In this part of the ocean, where sunlight is a stranger and pressures are immense, life thrives in astonishing ways. Welcome to the deep sea: a realm of marvels and mysteries. What better ecosystem to spotlight on Halloween? Dive in, if you dare...
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From nature to history and the expanse of space, there are awe-inspiring wonders everywhere. Sometimes, it just takes stepping outside of our own bubble to truly grasp the majesty of all that is bigger than us. And when it comes to creatures, the octopus undoubtedly fits the awe-inspiring bill. These remarkable cephalopods are one of the most intelligent creatures on the planet. This is especially seen in their ability to camouflage.
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