Environment

Wetlands lost in Türkiye over 60 years exceed size of Marmara Sea: Expert

Wetlands lost in Türkiye over 60 years exceed size of Marmara Sea: Expert

Türkiye has lost about 2 million hectares of wetlands over past 6 decades, environmental expert says

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At least 18 killed in Chile wildfires as president declares state of catastrophe
19.01.2026

At least 18 killed in Chile wildfires as president declares state of catastrophe

Death toll expected to rise further, warns Gabriel Boric, estimating that more than 1,000 homes would be destroyed in fires

Türkiye released 11,000 rehabilitated wild animals back into nature in 2025
16.01.2026

Türkiye released 11,000 rehabilitated wild animals back into nature in 2025

Nearly 73,000 injured, sick animals treated, released between 2012 - 2024, official says

Flash floods take cars into sea during severe weather in southeastern Australia
15.01.2026

Flash floods take cars into sea during severe weather in southeastern Australia

Heavy rainfall hit Victoria state as some areas record more than 6.7 inches in 7 hours, highest since 2000

Amazon wildfire smoke may boost rainforest growth, study finds
15.01.2026

Amazon wildfire smoke may boost rainforest growth, study finds

Researchers say phosphorus carried by smoke acts as natural fertilizer, increasing tree growth, carbon absorption in intact forest areas

El Nino and La Nina patterns linked to synchronized global droughts and floods: Study
13.01.2026

El Nino and La Nina patterns linked to synchronized global droughts and floods: Study

El Nino-Southern Oscillation-driven water extremes could reshape planning for food, trade, and disaster response, according to new study