Colombia has struggled for decades with a deeply divided society, torn in two between right-wing conservative forces and the Marxist revolutionary FARC rebels. This divide has manifested itself most tragically in the form of violence which has plagued Colombia for generations. However, in 2016 a miraculous event occurred: Colombia’s government and the FARC signed a … Read more
Join the fight against rising sea levels and pollution in the Maldives with “Saving Thilafushi.” With the help of a dedicated environmental organization and passionate activists like Shaahina Ali, the people of the Maldives are taking a stand against the destruction of their homeland. This inspiring documentary chronicles the journey of Shaahina Ali and her … Read more
Africa is experiencing one of the most dramatic environmental catastrophes of our time, and the situation is only getting worse. NASA images show that Africa is quickly becoming a global wildfire hotspot, with Madagascar having lost almost half of its forests in just 60 years. This is due to an increase in intentional fires set … Read more
The Darien Gap is an impassable stretch of jungle between Panama and Colombia that has become the stuff of legend. Named after a province in the area, it is home to some 12,000 square kilometers of densely forested terrain, filled with rivers and swamps. For centuries, merchants and adventurers have attempted to cross the Darien … Read more
Every year, millions of migratory birds migrate across Europe, making their incredible journey from the north in early spring to the south in autumn. However, over recent years there has been a steady decline in the number of these birds we have seen in our skies; some species are even being completely wiped out. What … Read more
In the town of Ittoqqortoormiit, located on the remote east coast of Greenland, polar bears have become a familiar sight. But due to the effects of climate change, these majestic creatures are increasingly having difficulty hunting seals – their primary source of sustenance. As a result, they have begun to make more frequent visits to … Read more
David Attenborough’s latest documentary, Attenborough and the Empire of the Ants, is a captivating exploration into the lives of these often overlooked insects. Through thermal imaging cameras and close-up photography, viewers are taken on an intimate tour of the incredible intelligence and complexity of ant colonies. During winter, army ants create their own internal heat … Read more
In Guizhou province, located in the southern part of China, mountains dominate much of the land. This mountainous terrain is home to two of the most important and essential natural resources in the region: bamboo and coal. These materials are necessary for industrial development and trade, building structures, and even for providing sustenance to the … Read more
The impact of climate change on our oceans is undeniable: sea temperatures are rising, causing a dangerous increase in ocean acidity. This, in turn, is leading to a mass die-off of numerous species, with serious economic consequences for humanity. Whole ecosystems all over the world are under threat, and many developing countries that depend on … Read more
Natural catastrophes such as floods, droughts and diseases may not be the leading causes of death today, but devastating earthquakes can still claim many lives. In fact, two of the deadliest years in recent history were 2004 and 2010 – both involving catastrophic earthquakes that caused tens of thousands of deaths. Earthquakes accounted for 93 … Read more