Mumbai faces annual monsoon flooding due to a mix of natural and man-made factors. These include extreme rainfall events, low-lying geography, high tides, an aging drainage network, stressed rivers, loss of wetlands, rapid urbanization, blocked drains, infrastructure projects, and climate change.
Iran leveraged control over the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global chokepoint, to force the US into negotiations on its terms, demonstrating how middle powers can gain leverage through indispensable control rather than military might. The war also highlights the rise of the UAE and India as strategically positioned middle powers.
Mongolia's permafrost is rapidly thawing due to climate change, impacting local ecosystems, herder livelihoods, and releasing greenhouse gases. This transformation offers crucial insights into global permafrost dynamics and future Arctic conditions.
Late-night hosts Jimmy Kimmel and Seth Meyers satirized Donald Trump's "childish" G7 summit conduct, his Iran deal, and geographical gaffes. Kimmel likened Trump's behavior to a shaken soda can, while Meyers questioned Trump's understanding of war and the Iran deal.
Cumhurbaşkanı Erdoğan, Türk Kızılay Ödülleri töreninde Kızılay'ın ulusun yüz akı olduğunu belirtti. Gazze'ye 26 bin ton yardım ulaştıran Kızılay'ın çalışmalarını öven Erdoğan, Netanyahu yönetimindeki İsrail'i 'Siyonist soykırım şebekesi' olarak nitelendirerek, "Coğrafyamıza saldıranlar eninde sonunda döktükleri kanın hesabını verecek" dedi.
Genetically modified cotton shows 23.8% yield increase and improved resistance to Verticillium wilt, a devastating fungal disease.
The US-Israel war on Iran, while redrawing the Middle East map, fails to erase enduring realities. Geography, the Palestinian issue, sectarian divisions, Arab state fragility, and political Islam will persist, defying the illusion that bombs can rewrite history.
YCIS Hong Kong's Class of 2026 has received over 900 offers from top global universities, including Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard, and Stanford. The school emphasizes personalized support, global awareness, and compassionate action, with initiatives like 'Seeds for Tomorrow' providing real-world research experience.
Russia aims to increase cargo traffic along the Northern Sea Route to 70 million metric tons by 2030, according to Vladimir Yakushev, First Deputy Speaker of the Federation Council. He emphasized the route's global strategic importance and the need for policies prioritizing the people living and working in the Arctic and Far East regions.
The Israeli war on Lebanon is altering the geography and collective memory of its people. Place names in the south are becoming associated with fear, displacement, and borders, reflecting a deeper psychological impact beyond physical destruction.
The Israeli war on Lebanon is reshaping southern geography and memory, turning place names into symbols of fear and displacement. Meanwhile, Iraqi PM Masrour Barzani met with Iraqi PM Ali Al-Zaidi in Baghdad to discuss outstanding issues between Erbil and Baghdad, including a joint delegation to Tehran to address attacks on the Kurdistan Region.
Thailand's Royal Thai Navy faces challenges in its goal to operate eight modern frigates by 2037, as the Budget Bureau cut funding for a second frigate from the 2027 budget. The navy commander stated the frigates are still needed and the request will be resubmitted for the 2028 budget.
Amidst geopolitical disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, China is increasingly looking to Russia as an alternative energy supplier. The long-delayed Power of Siberia 2 pipeline, which would deliver 50 billion cubic meters of natural gas annually to China via Mongolia, is a key focus of recent discussions between Presidents Putin and Xi Jinping.
Amidst geopolitical disruptions affecting maritime energy transport, China is increasingly looking to Russia as a vital alternative for its energy needs. The long-delayed Power of Siberia 2 pipeline, set to deliver 50 billion cubic meters of natural gas annually, is a key focus of recent discussions between Beijing and Moscow.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr stated that the Philippines would inevitably be involved in any conflict over Taiwan due to its proximity and the large Filipino population working there. He expressed Manila's desire to avoid war but acknowledged the geographical reality.
China is using advanced technology, including materials developed for lunar missions, to combat desertification in Xinjiang. New projects aim to protect arable land from erosion and safeguard food security.
Russia and China are forming a structural alliance driven by geopolitical pressure and mutual needs, despite China's cautious approach to full commitment. The partnership, fueled by energy, agriculture, and strategic trade routes like the Northern Sea Route, is reshaping the global balance of power.
Indian Army chief Upendra Dwivedi warned Pakistan that if it continues to harbor terrorists and operate against India, it must "decide whether they want to be part of geography or history or not." The remarks were made during an event marking the anniversary of Operation Sindoor, where India conducted precision strikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan.
Australia's high lizard diversity, especially among skinks, is attributed to its long environmental history, gradual climate change, and geographic isolation, allowing populations to adapt and evolve into distinct species over millions of years.
This edition of The Knowledge investigates the longest geographical football derbies, players who have won multiple league titles in a single season, and teams that reached FA Cup finals without facing top-flight opposition.
The US government's shift from funding only practical science to basic science began after World War II, influenced by the impact of theoretical physics on the war effort.
China’s Chaka Salt Lake, a heaven-like tourist attraction hailed as a “mirror of the sky”, has hit the headlines over an “ugly” installation. The lake in northwestern China’s Qinghai province is famous for its mirror-like surface, formed as a result of the water’s high salt content. It was selected by an authoritative Chinese geography magazine as being among the top must-visit sites in China and received around 40,000 visitors daily last year. However, some people have complained that an...
