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Pandas Face Extinction In Two-Three Generations
China's giant panda might be exinct in as little as two generations, according to a report from the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). The panda's natural habitat is constantly shrinking, being split up in small patches that do not connect. This is a threat to their genetic...
created by Annina Bergman | 17 wks ago | updated 17 wks ago
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Chicken Soup for the Panda Soul
Two young Red Pandas have been feeling the stress of busy zoo days and with the approaching winter months, zoo officials were concerned for their health. Twice this past month, zoo officials said Friday, they have...
created by josiemitchell | 1 year ago | updated 1 year ago
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Bamboo is the Medium, Japanese Sculpture Show, New York, October 4-11
Not to be their mouthpiece but I have to mention New Bamboo: Contemporary Japanese Masters, a sculpture show opening on Saturday, October 4 at the Japan Society in New York. 93 sculptures by 23 artists using...Attack forces Indonesian Christians off campus
Islam gives christians the right to practice their faith the way that they. If so called muslims are attacking these people, then they need to go back and study the Quran and the Sunnah."The incident comes amid...Confirming the Swamp Monkeys
Okay, technically "swamp lemurs". Last year, scientists discovered what they believed to be an as-yet-undiscovered species of lemur living in the eastern Madagascar wetlands. It took time to confirm that the...
created by Jordan Yerman | 1 year ago | updated 1 year ago
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172 views | 4 recommendations | 3 comments
South China tigers teeter on brink of extinction
The South China tigers are verging on the brink on extinction from hunting and deforestation, and these magestic animals are so close to being gone forever."Historically revered as an archetypal Chinese...Tanabata Spirit Displayed with Streamers
It's almost that time of year again for most of the people in Japan. Children and adults alike are preparing for the Tanabata Festival on July 7th, one of the biggest festivals of the year. Streamers are now... Pandas in China put on bamboo rations
The breeding programme of China's captive panda population could be at risk due to forced rationing of bamboo. This compounds the news that their wildlife habitat was damaged by the recent earthquake."China's... Ancient Chinese irrigation system survives quake
Amazing considering the ongoing earthquake damage to modern irrigation systems in China. When it ain't broke..."From the hillside platform, the workings of the ingenious irrigation project that is now a UNESCO World Heritage-listed site are clearly visible.Built from 256 BC,...Green funerals are becoming more popular
While it's still encouraged to live a green life, the concept of a green funeral is slowly becoming more popular as evidenced by a exhibition today in London."Cardboard coffins, shell-shaped urns and fireworks that can be packed with people's ashes were met by smiles at the...The Versatile Bamboo - Its Contributions To Our Environment
China has at present more than five million hectares of bamboo plantation and still growing. In recent years bamboo has also been lauded as a source of fabric. Bamboo cloth is gaining popularity in the world market, for its softness comparable to silk and its ability to...Udjo`s Angklung Studio to hold 15 concerts abroad
Bandung, West Java (ANTARA News) - Udjo`s Angklung Studio has set itself the target of holding 15 concerts abroad this year."The opening concerts will be held in March - April in Turkey, South Africa and Rome...China loses one-tenth of forest resources to snow havoc
Beijing (ANTARA News) - A total of 17.3 million hectares of forests, about one-tenth of China`s forest resources, have been damaged by the unprecedented snow wreckage in at least five decades, with forests, bamboo and seedlings in some parts of the country seriously...Bamboo PC is eco-friendly and looks nice, too
Truly a thing of beauty:"SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Back in 1976, Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak built the Apple I, an early personal computer that consisted of a circuit board in a simple wooden box. Apple Inc...Scientists find new deep water coral
This is exciting stuff. It amazes me that with so many people on this planet, there's still vast regions left unexplored. Maybe Atlantis does exist?"HONOLULU (AP) — Researchers have discovered what they believe...
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