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World conference on disaster management

Posted on: 03 April, 2020

Author: Mahendiran

World conference on disaster management is organized, to inculcate in the minds of thinkers, a sustainable pre - disaster arrangement such that the livelihood of the people and the economy of the nation does not falter after the disaster.  Disasters have been knocking the globe incessantly and have progressed unwaveringly from as far back as 1960, setting just in the last decade or so. Throughout the previous decade, natural calamities have annihilated millions across the globe. Close to two-thirds of these people who were killed as a result of natural calamities belong to emerging nations. Millions are hit each year...

Jacqueline Fernandez, rapper Badshah collaborate for song 'Genda Phool'

Posted on: 30 March, 2020

Author: kiyara ap

  The actress will also be donning Bengali attire in the song, again an avatar we have never seen and this certainly, adds to the hype that has been built ever since the song has been announced.Earli...   The actress will also be donning Bengali attire in the song, again an avatar we have never seen and this certainly, adds to the hype that has been built ever since the song has been announced.Earlier, during Holi, Jacqueline released a song titled "Mere Aangne Me" which became popular amongst the masses and it was the actress' look that won over the million hearts.Genda...

Why should we use reusable products instead of non biodegradable products?

Posted on: 11 March, 2020

Author: Nadeem Saifi

As the new decade rolls in, the results of our ever-increasing consumption of plastic and non-biodegradable products have also come around. The planet is in bad shape with the kind of stress we have placed on it by using these products which cannot be degraded and mostly as a byproduct of our consumption. The major chunk of this destruction can be attributed to our recurring use of plastic, which is difficult if not impossible to get rid of. It is omnipresent and can be seen taking up the major portions of landfills, where most of the consumer waste is dumped...

Will climate change end wine?

Posted on: 24 February, 2020

Author: Jacob Lips

If some world leaders are hesitant about accepting that global warming is real, perhaps now they will listen. According to a report from The Washington Post, climate change is going to affect wine pro... If some world leaders are hesitant about accepting that global warming is real, perhaps now they will listen. According to a report from The Washington Post, climate change is going to affect wine production. The story is entitled: “Goodbye, cabernet sauvignon. How climate change will end wine as we know it.” If the weather is going to be hotter due to climate change, it will seriously...

Is Someone Too Young to be an Environmentalist?

Posted on: 24 February, 2020

Author: Jacob Lips

What Greta Thunberg teaches us is that there is no such thing as too young to be an environmentalist. In fact, you should start teaching your children about how to protect the environment the moment they are born. They may not remember it but it will become part of their system—and yours! Also, teaching them is not always about verbal education. As they say, actions speak louder than words. If you, as parents, are natural environmentalists, then the children will naturally follow.    What Greta Thunberg teaches us is that there is no such thing as too young to be an...

Fashion & Protection: 3 Fashionable Bags that Make a Difference

Posted on: 24 February, 2020

Author: Jacob Lips

Fashion is one of the most destructive industries in the world. The manufacture of fabric-based fashion items uses so much water when some parts of the world really need water. The water crisis was an important discussion during the World Economic Forum this year. According to the forum, 25% of the world’s population is on the brink of facing a water crisis.    Fashion is one of the most destructive industries in the world. The manufacture of fabric-based fashion items uses so much water when some parts of the world really need water. The water crisis was an important discussion during...

5 Activities for Families to Form a Tight Bond

Posted on: 24 February, 2020

Author: Jacob Lips

It is important for families to bond. Each member of the family is different so it is difficult to find the right activity that everyone will enjoy. Most families have a mother and father with childre... It is important for families to bond. Each member of the family is different so it is difficult to find the right activity that everyone will enjoy. Most families have a mother and father with children of different genders. The males might want something sporty while the females want something girly. In some cases, the activities the family members prefer are not as gender-cliché....

How Large is the Animal Trafficking Problem?

Posted on: 24 February, 2020

Author: Jacob Lips

There is a market for wildlife, which is why animal trafficking is a large industry managed by organized criminals. It takes a lot of money as well as will to circumnavigate the law, and allow the movement of wild animals from one country to another.    Animal trafficking is a billion dollar industry. Wild animals provide an interest among people that go beyond seeing them as cute or adorable. Fashionistas crave the feel of real chinchilla on their skin. They love to touch the crocodile skin of their bag and the comfort of mink slippers on their feet. Practitioners of traditional...

More Diseases as the World is Warming Up

Posted on: 24 February, 2020

Author: Jacob Lips

Experts believe that the outbreak came from a market in Wuhan, China, which recorded the most number of cases. The market, which had since been closed, used to sell the meat of wild animals for human consumption. There is a correlation to the emergence of infectious diseases with the hunting of wildlife and the loss of habitat among the wildlife. This means that infectious viruses spread when people do not care for the environment.    The world is currently battling the 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCov) with 6,065 cases confirmed worldwide, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The number is growing...

Is Palm Oil Worth Losing Our Tropical Forests?

Posted on: 24 February, 2020

Author: Jacob Lips

The palm oil industry is doing really well. This is because palm oil has so many uses. Primarily, it is used for cooking, particularly in tropical countries where palms thrive. But in developed countr... The palm oil industry is doing really well. This is because palm oil has so many uses. Primarily, it is used for cooking, particularly in tropical countries where palms thrive. But in developed countries, palm oil is more popular for its byproducts: cosmetics, detergent, and food products like ice cream. Palm oil is also present in biofuel.  The palm oil industry is thriving because the product...