The ancestors of ostriches and emus were long-distance fliers. Here's how we worked this out

Aside from being a delight to watch, flight in birds is regarded by many cultures as a symbol of freedom, and a source of ...
Oman Observer

Six species of owls documented in Al Buraimi Governorate

The Environment Authority in Al Buraimi Governorate is implementing an environmental project involving a comprehensive field ...

Endangered whooping crane dies of avian flu at Wisconsin wildlife refuge

An endangered whooping crane the International Crane Foundation was planning to release into the wilds of Wisconsin this fall has died of avian flu. The Baraboo-based foundation announced Monday that ...
Khaleej Times on MSN

Sharjah: Remote island opens once a year to public in Sir Bu Nair Festival

For the first time, the Sir Bu Nair Festival organisers are bringing the island experience to Sharjah City while inviting ...
Asharq Al-Awsat

Climate Change and Pollution Threaten Europe’s Resources, EU Warns

Climate change and environmental degradation pose a direct threat to the natural resources that Europe needs for its economic ...
Asharq Al-Awsat

Tails of the City: Paris Rats Find Unlikely Political Ally

It has black button eyes and long, thin whiskers that tremble when it looks around curiously. Unlike most rats, this one has ...
WKRG

Suriname pledges to shield 90% of forests, far beyond global conservation goal

Suriname’s government has pledged to permanently protect 90% of its tropical forests, a move conservationists say is among the most ambitious commitments to climate and ...