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France produced 4.5 million tons of plastic waste in 2016, or 66.6 kg per person, according to this report published on the eve of World Oceans Day.

WWF states France as the biggest producer of plastic waste in the...

France, biggest producer of plastic waste in the Mediterranean, according to WWF.

9 Jun 2019 2:19 PM IST

The state is currently funding protection measures in predation zones (electrified parks, dogs, guarding by shepherds). (Photo: AFP)

Wolves have exceeded threshold to resist risk of extinction

The wolf population on the rise in France now exceeds 500.

9 Jun 2019 1:41 PM IST

By looking at unique aspects of humans, maybe we can tap into these aspects to lead to the dramatic and widespread change that is urgently needed. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Human behaviour affects natural systems including reforming climate...

Talking about energy-efficient things to friend, neighbour can alter climate outcomes.

9 Jun 2019 1:28 PM IST

The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) estimates that air transport is responsible for two percent of global CO2 emissions -- roughly equivalent to the overall emissions of Germany, according to consulting firm Sia Partners. (Photo: AFP)

Aviation industry under pressure to reduce emissions

Pressure mounts on aviation industry over climate change.

9 Jun 2019 1:10 PM IST

Still from The Unreserved

An over the top' dream

With the emergence of documentary-focussed OTT streaming platforms and a growing appetite for documentaries among...

9 Jun 2019 1:45 AM IST

Coming in a wide range of colours, textures and forms, metallic artworks are always favoured by people for their homes and offices as they fit the traditional and contemporary styles with ease.

Metallic magic

Metal works are never out of fashion and bring elegance to the space they occupy.

9 Jun 2019 1:17 AM IST

The company has associated with Sigmoid Labs, a local startup it acquired last year, for live status of trains. Sigmoid Labs maintains an app called Where is My Train that offers similar functionalities.

Google batters Apple in India

While Apple unveiled India-specific features in iOS 13, Google customised its Maps to meet needs of Indians.

9 Jun 2019 12:59 AM IST

The Kota Factory poster

Delhi's Own Kota

While in reel life, Kota Factory is ruling a million hearts, the scenario in real life is quite different.

9 Jun 2019 12:25 AM IST

Needless Acts

A growing number of actors, politicians and other celebrities speak their minds out on social media, only to find their...

9 Jun 2019 12:12 AM IST

Organisations thrive, when the communities they operate in thrive. (Photo: File)

FMCG steps up on World Oceans Day

On World Oceans Day, Nestl© India conducts cleanliness drive across locations in India.

8 Jun 2019 6:28 PM IST

But while the live action Aladdin does succeed in rectifying some aspects of Hollywoods long history of stereotyping and whitewashing Middle Easterners, it still leaves much to be desired. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Hollywood stereotyping rampant in new Aladdin' movie

How the new 'Aladdin' stacks up against a century of Hollywood stereotyping.

8 Jun 2019 5:21 PM IST

The weekly Vatican Radio broadcast will run for five minutes and be followed by a half-hour show with Latin conversation. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Vatican Radio to start broadcasts in Latin

Latin lovers tune in: Vatican broadcasts news in language of ancient Rome.

8 Jun 2019 2:39 PM IST