Jet fuel from algae? 30/1/2015

A common algae commercially grown to make fish food holds promise as a source for both biodiesel and jet fuel, according to a new study published in the journal Energy & Fuels. ...more

Rare megamouth shark discovered in Philippines 30/1/2015

A rare megamouth shark washed ashore dead in the Philippines this week, wildlife officials said. ...more

World's cities experiencing more heatwaves, study shows 30/1/2015

World cities are experiencing more heatwaves and fewer cold spells, according to a study of extreme temperatures in hundreds of urban areas over the past 40 years. ...more

Yanbu flower and gardens festival fascinates visitors 29/1/2015

The 9th Yanbu flowers and gardens festival organized by the Royal Commission for Yanbu at the Events Garden in Yanbu Industrial City was inaugurated by Alaa bin Abdullah Nassif, CEO of the Royal Commission and attracted thousands of visitors. ...more

Pollution blamed as leading cause of death in developing world 29/1/2015

In 2012, pollution – in the form of contaminated soil, water, and both indoor and outdoor air – was responsible for 8.4 million deaths in developing countries, finds Pollution: The Silent Killer of Millions in Poor Countries. ...more

Record sea lion pup strandings reported in Southern California 29/1/2015

California sea lions – mainly pups – are turning up stranded and starved on Southern California beaches in record numbers this year, leaving experts worried that this winter may be the worst season ever documented for the marine mammals. ...more

New analysis explores trends in global plastic consumption and recycling 29/1/2015

For more than 50 years, global production of plastic has continued to rise. Some 299 million tons of plastics were produced in 2013, representing a 4 percent increase over 2012. ...more

London is building Europe’s longest bike superhighway 29/1/2015

Something seriously newsworthy is happening in London. Yesterday, London mayor Boris Johnson approved what is said to be Europe’s longest “segregated” bike lane. ...more

Energy-saving bulbs tossed in trash, leaking mercury into environment 29/1/2015

Approximately 90 percent of compact fluorescent light bulbs are being tossed in the trash, potentially contaminating the environment with mercury, according to CTV Toronto. ...more

UAE’s top lawmakers will consider tough food safety bill on Tuesday 28/1/2015

On February 3, the Federal National Council of the United Arab Emirates is scheduled to take up a tough new food safety law, including jail time and fines, for anyone found guilty of endangering food safety. ...more