Hi Jennifer, In the spirit of Steve Irwin, we have learned that no wild animals should be killed for food as we have an abundance of farm animals. Also, many people believe that activities such as whaling belong in the past. However, a report … [Read more...] about Choosing Between a Whale, Kangaroo or Beef Steak? A note from Ann Novek
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US Supreme Court Rules on C02
"The US supreme court yesterday issued a landmark ruling in favour of environmentalists and against George Bush's stance on global warming. The court judged that the federal Environmental Protection Agency had the power through a clean air law to … [Read more...] about US Supreme Court Rules on C02
Earth Hour and Candles: A Note from Sylvia
Hi Jennifer, I suppose you've heard about Sydney's "Earth Hour". I'm not sure whether to be amused, or saddened, by TV footage showing people turning off their lights, and using candles instead. It seems to indicate a total lack of … [Read more...] about Earth Hour and Candles: A Note from Sylvia
Queensland Tsunami Warning
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCASTQUEENSLAND TSUNAMI WARNING Issued at 8:57am on Monday the 2nd of April 2007, by the Bureau of Meteorology For people in coastal areas of Queensland. TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST TSUNAMI BULLETIN TSUNAMI … [Read more...] about Queensland Tsunami Warning
Verdict on Richard Ness Postponed
The verdict in the high-profile trial of Richard Ness was to be handed-down this Wednesday, 4th April, in Manado, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. It has now been postponed with Chief Judge Ridwan Damanik telling Reuters the judges need more time to draw … [Read more...] about Verdict on Richard Ness Postponed
Whacked by a Whale
"The Thortons and a group of their friends had traveled to the Dominican Republic to swim with whales in a sanctuary off the coast. On the last day of their week-long trip, they were snorkeling near a sleeping mother and her calf. Mother whales push … [Read more...] about Whacked by a Whale