Environment

Massive march in Brazil marks first big UN climate protest in years

Tens of thousands of people thronged the streets of the Amazonian city hosting COP30 talks on Saturday, dancing to thumping speakers in the first large-scale protest at a UN climate summit in years. “We are here to try to apply pressure so that countries fulfill their promises and we don’t accept a regression,” Txai Surui,

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Meet ‘Spider-Man lizard’: The science behind the Mwanza flat-headed rock agama’s superhero colours

Dubbed the ‘Spider-Man lizard’ for its vibrant red and blue male colours, the Mwanza flat-headed rock agama thrives in East Africa. This reptile’s striking appearance, driven by social rank and reproductive status, is a fascinating example of sexual selection. Its unique adaptations allow it to expertly navigate rocky habitats, playing a crucial role in its

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