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Hong Kong environmental issues
Hong Kong’s South Lantau ecotourism plans could harm environment: green groups
Activists call for more public consultations to shape ‘comprehensive vision’ as deadline for developer interest approaches.
2 Jul 2025 - 10:22PM
Hong Kong environmental issues
Letters
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Precious public input needed to protect Hong Kong’s biodiversity
29 Jun 2025 - 11:30AM
Japan
‘Sad that they leave Japan all at once’: panda fans bid farewell to beloved 4
28 Jun 2025 - 12:18PM
Pacific nations
A drop in the ocean? Pacific nations tap local know-how for marine conservation
Among the measures being taken are a ban on fishing and mining activities in vast marine protected areas.
27 Jun 2025 - 9:30AM
Animals
Making waves with tools: killer whales ‘groom each other with seaweed’
In what could be the first evidence of marine mammals making their own tools, the whales are said to have been seen breaking off bits of the algae to groom one another.
23 Jun 2025 - 11:43PM
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US travel
Heed the call of the wild in Yellowstone, America’s first national park
The evolution of Yellowstone is an experiment in ecological restoration starring wild wolves and bison.
16 Jun 2025 - 8:00AM
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Indonesia
Indonesia’s green groups welcome move to axe mining permits in Raja Ampat
Prabowo cancels four mining permits in Raja Ampat, but concerns remain over nickel exploitation on Gag Island and other small islands in Indonesia.
11 Jun 2025 - 5:40PM
Animals
Snakes on a plane highlight Thailand-India trafficking, NGO warns
Venomous vipers found on Thailand-India flight last week illustrates ‘troubling’ trend driven by exotic pet trade, anti-smuggling group says.
10 Jun 2025 - 2:55AM
Environment
‘Wild West out there’: UN Ocean Conference opens, aims to protect our seas
Two thirds of our oceans are ‘areas beyond national jurisdiction – that’s half our planet’.
9 Jun 2025 - 7:39PM
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Australia
Rescue mission launched for distressed humpback whale near Sydney Harbour
Rescue teams are battling challenging conditions to save the mammal tangled in a rope attached to a buoy.
9 Jun 2025 - 1:20PM
France
Researchers set sail, kicking off the third UN Ocean Conference in France
Delegates including heads of state, scientists, and environmental advocates are expected in Nice this week to confront growing threats to the ocean.
8 Jun 2025 - 10:29PM
Tourism
Want a special way to mark World Oceans Day? Try these luxury experiences
Adventure awaits the outgoing traveller on these 5 luxury holiday ideas that showcase the best of ocean exploration.
8 Jun 2025 - 8:30AM
The Philippines
Philippines urged to ratify UN marine resource treaty or risk being sidelined
France is seeking ratification of the High Seas Treaty by at least 60 countries ahead of the UN Ocean Conference in Nice next week.
5 Jun 2025 - 7:30PM
Animals
Zimbabwe to cull elephants and distribute meat to people
The move seeks to ease the ballooning population of the animals – the African nation has the second most elephants in the world.
4 Jun 2025 - 2:51AM
Malaysia
‘My heart aches’: Malaysian lorry driver shares anguish at baby elephant’s death
Veteran driver Azhar describes his ongoing torment and guilt after his truck fatally struck a baby elephant on a dark Malaysian highway.
3 Jun 2025 - 3:02PM
Japan
Japan wants to reintroduce wolves to tackle marauding monkeys, deer damage
The Japan Wolf Association says returning wolves to the wild would help curb costly agricultural damage by deer, wild boar and monkeys.
3 Jun 2025 - 3:25PM
Hong Kong environmental issues
Groups warn poorly planned Hong Kong tourism projects will damage eco sites
Development Bureau says Planning Department has taken appropriate and serious actions on illegal developments in the areas.
3 Jun 2025 - 12:15AM
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Thailand
Thai elephant raids convenience store, eats snacks and leaves without paying
The large male pachyderm, known as Plai Biang Lek, has become a well-known figure in the area due to his forays into human settlements.
2 Jun 2025 - 10:37PM
India
Indian smuggler caught with 44 venomous vipers in checked baggage
Customs officials in Mumbai also found three spider-tailed horned vipers and five Asian leaf turtles in the passenger’s checked baggage.
2 Jun 2025 - 1:58PM
Animal welfare in Hong Kong
Letters
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Dolphin’s death another wake-up call to phase out animal captivity
Readers discuss better ways for Ocean Park to promote conservation, creativity labs for the young, MTR’s admonishments not to walk on escalators, and the better education system between Hong Kong and Singapore.
2 Jun 2025 - 11:30AM
Hong Kong environmental issues
Hong Kong display strikes gold at Chelsea Flower Show with rare orchids
Vibrant display, with orchids from Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden, sent powerful message about need to protect the endangered plants.
31 May 2025 - 5:57PM
South China Sea
Opinion
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How China’s maritime strategy is swapping force for research diplomacy
With heavy investment in ocean technology and scientific expeditions, China is set to shape a collaborative scientific agenda in the region.
30 May 2025 - 7:24AM
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Hong Kong society
Rita, Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphin at Hong Kong’s Ocean Park, dies at 24
She had refused to eat and showed signs of tiredness since Friday, park says, adding tests are being carried out.
26 May 2025 - 4:02PM
Hong Kong society
Rare owl bred in Hong Kong draws bird watchers, but venue restricts access
Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden closes part of its nature reserve to keep crowds of bird watchers at bay to protect young owl and its parents.
25 May 2025 - 9:47PM
The Philippines
Removal of Philippines’ beloved ‘sherpa cat’ Pugal sparks heated debate
Online users berate officials who extracted the animal from popular hiking trail over predatory concerns.
24 May 2025 - 1:06PM
Asia travel
How the Penan people of Borneo’s rainforests stay in tune with nature
Indigenous to the Sarawak rainforests, the Penan people have moved from a nomadic existence to being internet-connected farmers.
30 May 2025 - 11:55AM
India
‘Very painful’: Indian mob kills and mutilates endangered Bengal tiger
This is the third recorded tiger death in as many months in Assam, which is home to only 227 of the big cats.
23 May 2025 - 3:17PM
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Indonesia
Indonesia’s Bali bans small plastic bottles: bold move or industry killer?
Bali’s governor has banned small plastic bottles to combat waste, sparking debate on environmental impact versus industry concerns.
23 May 2025 - 3:39PM
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