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Articles and features on conservation, including environment, habitat loss, farming, pollution, green living, sustainability and how to follow an eco-friendly lifestyle.
Wild cattle forage along the Ng Tung River in Sheung Shui. The AFCD says tighter regulation is also necessary in light of increasing rural-urban interaction driven by the Northern Metropolis megaproject. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong environmental issues

Hong Kong eyes licensing for livestock in New Territories amid urban push

Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department seeks to extend licensing requirement for goats, sheep and cattle to entire city.

Africa

15 elephants die from suspected poisoning in Kenyan park

Hong Kong environmental issues

Food court stalls caught off guard by rules over plastic serving containers

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Japan

‘Grumpy’ Pallas kittens go on display at Japan zoo

The animals are believed to be one of the oldest living cat species.

Pallas’s cat kittens, a species considered to be the world’s oldest living feline, are seen in their enclosure at Kobe Animal Kingdom in Kobe on Monday. Photo: AFP
Thailand

Thailand monastery added to Unesco heritage list, boosting tourism hopes

The Phra Mahathat monastery, the site has served as a regional Buddhist centre since its founding in the 8th century, according to Unesco.

Climate change

Raging wildfires in France and Spain force over 200,000 to flee

Spain has declared its first national emergency for wildfires, while France is mobilising its armed forces to help with the response.

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Hong Kong environmental issues

Letters | Manage tourist flow to Sharp Island for a better travel experience

Readers discuss why Sharp Island visitor data must be monitored, the Wang Fuk Court fire inquiry, how to remember those who died in the fire, and executive-led governance.

Sharp Island in Sai Kung on May 1. On the first day of the Labour Day golden week, around 3,000 people flocked to the island. Photo: Dickson Lee
Myanmar

Myanmar and Laos plan downstream Mekong’s biggest dam yet

A joint study for a 2,790MW hydropower project is more political stunt than power plan, critics say.

Climate change

Opinion | To tackle the climate crisis, start small and scale big

Coordinated action on three vulnerable frontline regions can provide a template for how policymakers can serve the people and the planet.

Cambodia

He watched a tiger drag his relative away. Now Cambodia is bringing them back

While residents worry for their safety, biologists warn the imported animals will simply starve in forests stripped of prey.

A tiger’s head made out of rice by Tom Kim Eng a Cambodian artist also known as Aisha who creates art from rice grains. Photo: Reuters
Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis project needn’t neglect agriculture

Traditionally a source of food, agricultural land now plays a far broader and more important role.

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An indigenous villager and farmland in Sheung Shan Kai Wat village in Ping Che, Ta Kwu Ling, New Territories, on March 7, 2018. Photo: Nora Tam
Japan

How a Japanese prefecture is managing rising bear population with microchips

Hyogo prefecture has set a population target of around 800 bears, a level at which it considers they are not at risk of extinction.

Hong Kong environmental issues

Commercial fish farm encroaches on government land, deemed ecological threat

New network of more than 20 ponds spills onto government land and uses thick plastic liners, which conservationist says disrupts wetlands.

Hong Kong environmental issues

Editorial | Hong Kong’s biodiversity successes should spark more action

A recent study on the city’s wild cockatoo population is the latest reminder that balancing development and conservation is possible.

Cockatoos perch on the branch of a blooming cotton tree and feed on flowers in Admiralty on March 18. Photo: Karma Lo
Australia

Australia’s Great Barrier Reef avoids ‘in danger’ listing by Unesco

The agency’s draft report says Australia is working on addressing concerns over climate change, water quality and sustainable fisheries management.

Bleached and dead coral around Lizard Island on the Great Barrier Reef in Australia in April 2024. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong society

Editorial | Hong Kong must keep an eagle eye out for wildlife traffickers

The discovery of dozens of exotic animals in a flat in Sham Shui Po highlights the need to step up enforcement against the illegal wildlife trade.

Hong Kong environmental issues

Hong Kong moves to curb flow of high liquid content waste in landfills

Conservationists praise proposal, saying it will protect local waters and coastlines from the risk of toxic leakage.

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Malaysia

Is Malaysia risking its world-class coral reefs for offshore oil?

A new report reveals that 86 per cent of the country’s sensitive marine environments overlap with active or proposed oil and gas blocks.

Boats anchor at a dive site off Sipadan Island in Sabah, Malaysia. Photo: Shutterstock
Animal welfare in Hong Kong

Rescuers snap into action after crocodile found in Hong Kong building

Member of the public spotted 1.5-metre reptile at a residential block in Sham Shui Po and called police.

Animals

Iceland resumes whale hunt amid protest

It is one of the only three countries – alongside Japan and Norway – that still openly permit whaling.

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Indonesia

Indonesian police foil turtle-smuggling ring in Bali, rescue 21 live animals

One man has been charged under Indonesia’s wildlife protection laws, and faces up to 15 years’ jail and huge fines if found guilty.

A police officer inspects live green sea turtles seized from a trafficker in Denpasar, Bali, on Friday. Photo: Bali Regional Police/AP
Crime

Police release man arrested after boy ends up in UK zoo’s crocodile enclosure

Police declare suspect unfit for questioning as boy, 3, is in a critical but stable condition in hospital.

A file photo of a crocodile. A child suffered serious injuries while in a crocodile enclosure, police said. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong environmental issues

Green group urges Hong Kong to cut excessive e-commerce packaging waste

The Green Earth urges Hong Kong to align with mainland Chinese packaging limits after study estimates city generated 2.7 million kg of waste.

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Hong Kong tourism

Can Hong Kong cash in on ecotourism without trashing its natural treasures?

With more visitors seeking outdoor experiences in Hong Kong, how do authorities protect the landscapes they are promoting?

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Hong Kong environmental issues

Proposed Sai Kung marine park to cover most coral reefs: Hong Kong authorities

Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department also says underwater mapping technology used to assess coral coverage.

Authorities have noted that improper behaviour by tourists have threatened the island’s extensive coral communities. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong push to double size of tech hub raises fears over migratory flyway fate

Under amended proposal, planned project size will increase from 15 to 30 hectares and building height limit will reach up to about 250 metres.

An artist’s illustration of the planned digital technology hub in Lau Fau Shan. Photo: Handout
Africa

Kenya police fire tear gas, arrest ex-chief justice at national park protest

Hundreds of activists join protest against plans to build on part of a national ‌park in Kenya’s capital.

Environment

Asia’s marine pledges face credibility test at global ocean conference

Experts say even as momentum on ocean commitments grows in Asia, gaps in implementation and delivery remain.

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