Geography Professor Claims Geology Perpetuates Racism
london November 18, 2024 10:20A geography professor argues that the study of geology promotes racism and colonial practices, leading to climate change.
A geography professor argues that the study of geology promotes racism and colonial practices, leading to climate change.
The Supreme Court of South Africa has demanded that the police no longer block the entrances to the abandoned gold mine in the city of Stilfontein.
A group of illegal miners in South Africa refuse to leave a gold mine, fearing deportation if they do. The situation in Stilfontein, a town in a northwestern province of South Africa, sheds light on the issue of illegal mining in the region.
Norwegian fishermen caught 200 kilograms of halibut and a 7,800-ton American nuclear submarine in their nets off the coast of Norway, according to reports.
Tropical Storm Sara is wreaking havoc in the Central American country of Honduras. Video footage shows flooded areas due to heavy rainfall, with the northeast coast being hit the hardest.
Residents of the heavily flooded Spanish region Valencia are expected to face a new round of heavy rainfall, according to weather agency Weeronline.
Thousands of dead seabirds have washed up on the beaches of the east coast of Australia, leaving scientists puzzled about the cause of death, as reported by The Guardian.
Tarragona, a city on the Spanish east coast, is now being affected by floods due to heavy rainfall. Nearby areas have also been impacted.
Heavy rainfall in the Valencia region has caused widespread flooding, resulting in a significant loss of life and extensive damage. Military personnel and rescue teams are working around the clock to search for survivors amidst the chaos.
The Finnish Coast Guard reports that satellite navigation in the Baltic Sea has been increasingly disrupted since April. Ships are getting lost at sea, prompting interventions to prevent them from approaching islands or shallow waters.
Typhoon Kong-rey has claimed the life of at least one person in Taiwan, leaving 73 injured, according to the fire department. The typhoon, the strongest since 1996, made landfall on Thursday on the east coast, causing disruptions in transportation and power outages.
North Korea fired an unidentified ballistic missile towards the sea off the east coast of the country, known as the Japanese Sea, according to the South Korean military via Yonhap news agency.
Capri, the popular Italian island off the coast of Naples, is looking to reduce the number of tourists it receives by limiting ferry arrivals.
The United States continues to build its military presence in the Middle East in preparation for a potential escalation of the situation.
The Israeli army said it targeted a Hezbollah bunker where tens of millions of dollars in cash and gold were stored, as well as claiming to have killed the head of Hezbollah's money transfer unit in Syria.
President Miguel Diaz-Canel reports six fatalities due to Hurricane Oscar in Cuba, with significant damage in Guantánamo province.
Giullia Manfrini, a 36-year-old Italian surfer, tragically lost her life in a rare accident involving a swordfish off the coast of Indonesia.
The autumn season is in full swing with gray days and fluctuating weather. Despite the high temperatures ranging from 15 to 18 degrees, the forecast remains unsettled.
At least seven people have died on Saturday on Sapelo Island off the coast of the US state of Georgia, when a gangway collapsed in the port to a ferry. The incident occurred during an annual event of the Gullah Geechee community.
Russia is angry with South Korea for sending drones with propaganda to North Korea, threatening the 'rule of law' in the country.
A daughter in Great Baddow, Essex, murdered her parents in a gruesome manner and successfully hid their bodies for 4 years, manipulating and deceiving those around her.
SpaceX Starship, the largest rocket ever, is set to launch on its fifth test flight from Texas with some unique recovery experiments.
An historic book detailing Napoleon's coronation as Emperor of France has been sold for 29,000 euros at an auction in Brussels, surpassing its starting price of 4000 euros.
An explosion occurred on an oil tanker on the Baltic Sea off the coast of Germany, causing a fire. The tanker named Annika, carrying 640 tons of oil, had seven crew members who have been safely rescued.
Twelve people were trapped at a depth of 300 meters in an old gold mine in the American city of Cripple Creek due to a lift malfunction. One person died during the incident.
An American salvage company, Glocca Morra, has taken legal action against the Colombian government, claiming rights to a sunken treasure aboard the San José shipwreck. The case will be heard by the Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague.
Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg has turned a Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT Coupé into a minivan for his wife Priscilla Chan, surprising her with the unique vehicle design.
The British influencer Soudi Al Nadak received an extravagant gift from her husband, a private island in Asia, so she can sunbathe in peace.
Russian President Putin has stopped visiting his beloved summer residence in the coastal town of Sochi since March due to concerns over his safety, leaving the lavish Bocharov Ruchey estate deserted.
Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall in Florida as a category 5 hurricane, with sustained winds of 250 kilometers per hour.