WHO warns ‘black rain’ in Iran after oil strikes could cause respiratory problems
The UN health agency, which has an office in Iran and works with authorities on health emergencies, said it has received multiple reports of oil-laden rain this week.
Environment & Climate Change
Israeli companies fall behind on global climate reporting standards, says CDP report
First-ever chimp count in Uganda's Bwindi park shows 426 specimens, a boost for conservation
Sperm whale found dead on Israeli beach near Gaza border, cause of death unknown
Rain, snow hit Israel as powerful winter system sparks flood warnings, road rescues
Israel braces for worsening conditions after a weekend of downpours, strong winds and rare stream surges in the South.
Refill era here to stay? Luxury hotels ditching bottled water
Refill stations now appear in lobbies, gyms, pool areas, and increasingly on guest floors.
Religiosity among Israelis determines what they're willing to do about climate crisis, study says
Trust in scientists is high among secular people and very low among the ultra-Orthodox, who are culturally isolated and have minimal or no exposure to the general media.
Taiwan rattled by 7.0 magnitude earthquake, no major damage reported
The Taipei city government reported no immediate reports of major damage as the National Fire Agency continues conducting damage assessments across the island.
US airlines cancel over 1,000 flights due to winter storm warnings
JetBlue Airways has canceled 225 flights, the most among the carriers, closely followed by Delta Air Lines canceling 177 flights and 153 by Republic Airways.
Southeastern Taiwan shaken by 6.1 magnitude quake, no immediate reports of damage
A 6.1 magnitude earthquake shook Taiwan's Taitung County, affecting Taipei but causing no immediate damage, according to local authorities and TSMC.
US House of Representatives passes bill to expedite permitting for big energy projects
The bill lost support from clean energy advocates after last-minute changes by a small group of Republicans aimed at preserving President Trump's ability to block permitted offshore wind farms.
Trump administration to dissolve key climate research agency
The move is the Trump administration's latest effort to gut US research related to climate change, as well as federal agencies that have previously worked on climate-related research.
Advanced pollution monitoring begins in the Yarkon River
The Yarkon River Authority is establishing an advanced monitoring system to detect and track pollution in the Yarkon River, supporting smarter management and cleaner waterways.
Magnitude 6.7 earthquake hits Japan's northeast region, tsunami advisory issued
A 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck Japan's northeastern region on Friday, triggering a tsunami advisory for potential waves up to 1 meter.
