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Drying Wetland Fuels Dust Storm Crisis - Iran

Cracked earth lines the edge of the Eshtehard Wetland on January 5, 2016, in Eshtehard, Iran. Once a seasonal lake, the wetland has largely dried up due to prolonged drought, declining rainfall, and poor water management, becoming a growing source of dust pollution for nearby communities. Photo by Damoun Pournemati/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drying Wetland Fuels Dust Storm Crisis - Iran

A view of the Eshtehard Wetland on January 5, 2016, in Eshtehard, Iran. Once a seasonal lake, the wetland has largely dried up due to prolonged drought, declining rainfall, and poor water management, becoming a growing source of dust pollution for nearby communities. Photo by Damoun Pournemati/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drying Wetland Fuels Dust Storm Crisis - Iran

Cracked earth lines the edge of the Eshtehard Wetland on January 5, 2016, in Eshtehard, Iran. Once a seasonal lake, the wetland has largely dried up due to prolonged drought, declining rainfall, and poor water management, becoming a growing source of dust pollution for nearby communities. Photo by Damoun Pournemati/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drying Wetland Fuels Dust Storm Crisis - Iran

A rifle lies on the cracked ground of the Eshtehard Wetland on January 5, 2016, in Eshtehard, Iran. Once a seasonal lake, the wetland has largely dried up due to prolonged drought, declining rainfall, and poor water management, becoming a growing source of dust pollution for nearby communities. Photo by Damoun Pournemati/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drying Wetland Fuels Dust Storm Crisis - Iran

A discarded object is seen on the dried bed of the Eshtehard Wetland on January 5, 2016, in Eshtehard, Iran. Once a seasonal lake, the wetland has largely dried up due to prolonged drought, declining rainfall, and poor water management, becoming a growing source of dust pollution for nearby communities. Photo by Damoun Pournemati/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drying Wetland Fuels Dust Storm Crisis - Iran

A spent shotgun shell rests on cracked soil at the Eshtehard Wetland on January 5, 2016, in Eshtehard, Iran. Once a seasonal lake, the wetland has largely dried up due to prolonged drought, declining rainfall, and poor water management, becoming a growing source of dust pollution for nearby communities. Photo by Damoun Pournemati/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drying Wetland Fuels Dust Storm Crisis - Iran

A view of the Eshtehard Wetland on January 5, 2016, in Eshtehard, Iran. Once a seasonal lake, the wetland has largely dried up due to prolonged drought, declining rainfall, and poor water management, becoming a growing source of dust pollution for nearby communities. Photo by Damoun Pournemati/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drying Wetland Fuels Dust Storm Crisis - Iran

A view of the Eshtehard Wetland on January 5, 2016, in Eshtehard, Iran. Once a seasonal lake, the wetland has largely dried up due to prolonged drought, declining rainfall, and poor water management, becoming a growing source of dust pollution for nearby communities. Photo by Damoun Pournemati/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drying Wetland Fuels Dust Storm Crisis - Iran

A park ranger walks near the edge of the Eshtehard Wetland on January 5, 2016, in Eshtehard, Iran. Once a seasonal lake, the wetland has largely dried up due to prolonged drought, declining rainfall, and poor water management, becoming a growing source of dust pollution for nearby communities. Photo by Damoun Pournemati/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drying Wetland Fuels Dust Storm Crisis - Iran

A narrow stream of water runs through the parched expanse of Eshtehard Wetland in Alborz Province, on January 5, 2016, in Eshtehard, Iran. Once a seasonal lake, the wetland has largely dried up due to prolonged drought, declining rainfall, and poor water management, becoming a growing source of dust pollution for nearby communities. Photo by Damoun Pournemati/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drying Wetland Fuels Dust Storm Crisis - Iran

Footprints mark the dry surface of the Eshtehard Wetland on January 5, 2016, in Eshtehard, Iran. Once a seasonal lake, the wetland has largely dried up due to prolonged drought, declining rainfall, and poor water management, becoming a growing source of dust pollution for nearby communities. Photo by Damoun Pournemati/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drying Wetland Fuels Dust Storm Crisis - Iran

A small patch of water remains in the parched Eshtehard Wetland on January 5, 2016, in Eshtehard, Iran. Once a seasonal lake, the wetland has largely dried up due to prolonged drought, declining rainfall, and poor water management, becoming a growing source of dust pollution for nearby communities. Photo by Damoun Pournemati/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drying Wetland Fuels Dust Storm Crisis - Iran

A spent shotgun shell rests on cracked soil at the Eshtehard Wetland on January 5, 2016, in Eshtehard, Iran. Once a seasonal lake, the wetland has largely dried up due to prolonged drought, declining rainfall, and poor water management, becoming a growing source of dust pollution for nearby communities. Photo by Damoun Pournemati/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drying Wetland Fuels Dust Storm Crisis - Iran

A narrow stream of water runs through the parched expanse of Eshtehard Wetland in Alborz Province, on January 5, 2016, in Eshtehard, Iran. Once a seasonal lake, the wetland has largely dried up due to prolonged drought, declining rainfall, and poor water management, becoming a growing source of dust pollution for nearby communities. Photo by Damoun Pournemati/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drying Wetland Fuels Dust Storm Crisis - Iran

A park ranger walks near the edge of the Eshtehard Wetland on January 5, 2016, in Eshtehard, Iran. Once a seasonal lake, the wetland has largely dried up due to prolonged drought, declining rainfall, and poor water management, becoming a growing source of dust pollution for nearby communities. Photo by Damoun Pournemati/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drying Wetland Fuels Dust Storm Crisis - Iran

Cracked earth lines the edge of the Eshtehard Wetland on January 5, 2016, in Eshtehard, Iran. Once a seasonal lake, the wetland has largely dried up due to prolonged drought, declining rainfall, and poor water management, becoming a growing source of dust pollution for nearby communities. Photo by Damoun Pournemati/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drying Wetland Fuels Dust Storm Crisis - Iran

A narrow stream of water runs through the parched expanse of Eshtehard Wetland in Alborz Province, on January 5, 2016, in Eshtehard, Iran. Once a seasonal lake, the wetland has largely dried up due to prolonged drought, declining rainfall, and poor water management, becoming a growing source of dust pollution for nearby communities. Photo by Damoun Pournemati/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drying Wetland Fuels Dust Storm Crisis - Iran

A narrow stream of water runs through the parched expanse of Eshtehard Wetland in Alborz Province, on January 5, 2016, in Eshtehard, Iran. Once a seasonal lake, the wetland has largely dried up due to prolonged drought, declining rainfall, and poor water management, becoming a growing source of dust pollution for nearby communities. Photo by Damoun Pournemati/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drying Wetland Fuels Dust Storm Crisis - Iran

A dry bush stands on the cracked surface of the Eshtehard Wetland on January 5, 2016, in Eshtehard, Iran. Once a seasonal lake, the wetland has largely dried up due to prolonged drought, declining rainfall, and poor water management, becoming a growing source of dust pollution for nearby communities. Photo by Damoun Pournemati/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drying Wetland Fuels Dust Storm Crisis - Iran

A narrow stream of water runs through the parched expanse of Eshtehard Wetland in Alborz Province, on January 5, 2016, in Eshtehard, Iran. Once a seasonal lake, the wetland has largely dried up due to prolonged drought, declining rainfall, and poor water management, becoming a growing source of dust pollution for nearby communities. Photo by Damoun Pournemati/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drying Wetland Fuels Dust Storm Crisis - Iran

Mountains rise in the distance beyond the dry Eshtehard Wetland on January 5, 2016, in Eshtehard, Iran. Once a seasonal lake, the wetland has largely dried up due to prolonged drought, declining rainfall, and poor water management, becoming a growing source of dust pollution for nearby communities. Photo by Damoun Pournemati/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drying Wetland Fuels Dust Storm Crisis - Iran

A narrow stream of water runs through the parched expanse of Eshtehard Wetland in Alborz Province, on January 5, 2016, in Eshtehard, Iran. Once a seasonal lake, the wetland has largely dried up due to prolonged drought, declining rainfall, and poor water management, becoming a growing source of dust pollution for nearby communities. Photo by Damoun Pournemati/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drying Wetland Fuels Dust Storm Crisis - Iran

A narrow stream of water runs through the parched expanse of Eshtehard Wetland in Alborz Province, on January 5, 2016, in Eshtehard, Iran. Once a seasonal lake, the wetland has largely dried up due to prolonged drought, declining rainfall, and poor water management, becoming a growing source of dust pollution for nearby communities. Photo by Damoun Pournemati/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Electric Vehicle - Indonesia

On October 2, 2025, a motorist is seen using a public electric vehicle charging station (SPKLU) in Medan, North Sumatra, to charge his electric vehicle (EV). This action exemplifies Indonesia's commitment to advancing green energy initiatives, a strategy led by the State Electric Company (PLN) through the extensive electrification across multiple sectors. The swift development of SPKLU infrastructure represents a critical measure in diminishing the nation's dependence on fossil fuels. It facilitates a seamless transition toward a sustainable, low-emission electricity system, ultimately contributing to a cleaner energy future for all citizens. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Electric Vehicle - Indonesia

On October 2, 2025, a motorist is seen using a public electric vehicle charging station (SPKLU) in Medan, North Sumatra, to charge his electric vehicle (EV). This action exemplifies Indonesia's commitment to advancing green energy initiatives, a strategy led by the State Electric Company (PLN) through the extensive electrification across multiple sectors. The swift development of SPKLU infrastructure represents a critical measure in diminishing the nation's dependence on fossil fuels. It facilitates a seamless transition toward a sustainable, low-emission electricity system, ultimately contributing to a cleaner energy future for all citizens. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Electric Vehicle - Indonesia

On October 2, 2025, a motorist Darwis (40) utilised a public electric vehicle charging station (SPKLU) in Medan, North Sumatra, to charge his electric vehicle (EV). This action exemplifies Indonesia's commitment to advancing green energy initiatives, a strategy led by the State Electric Company (PLN) through the extensive electrification across multiple sectors. The swift development of SPKLU infrastructure represents a critical measure in diminishing the nation's dependence on fossil fuels. It facilitates a seamless transition toward a sustainable, low-emission electricity system, ultimately contributing to a cleaner energy future for all citizens. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Electric Vehicle - Indonesia

On October 2, 2025, a diverse array of electric vehicles, alongside various other types of vehicles, traversed the roadway adjacent to a Public Electric Vehicle Charging Station (SPKLU) in Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia. This event underscores Indonesia's dedication to promoting green energy initiatives, a strategy spearheaded by the State Electricity Company (PLN) through comprehensive electrification efforts across multiple sectors. The accelerated development of SPKLU infrastructure represents a pivotal advancement in decreasing the nation's reliance on fossil fuels. Such progress facilitates a seamless transition towards a sustainable and low-emission electricity system, ultimately contributing to a cleaner energy future for all citizens. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Electric Vehicle - Indonesia

On October 2, 2025, a motorist is seen using a public electric vehicle charging station (SPKLU) in Medan, North Sumatra, to charge his electric vehicle (EV). This action exemplifies Indonesia's commitment to advancing green energy initiatives, a strategy led by the State Electric Company (PLN) through the extensive electrification across multiple sectors. The swift development of SPKLU infrastructure represents a critical measure in diminishing the nation's dependence on fossil fuels. It facilitates a seamless transition toward a sustainable, low-emission electricity system, ultimately contributing to a cleaner energy future for all citizens. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Electric Vehicle - Indonesia

On October 2, 2025, a motorist is seen using a public electric vehicle charging station (SPKLU) in Medan, North Sumatra, to charge his electric vehicle (EV). This action exemplifies Indonesia's commitment to advancing green energy initiatives, a strategy led by the State Electric Company (PLN) through the extensive electrification across multiple sectors. The swift development of SPKLU infrastructure represents a critical measure in diminishing the nation's dependence on fossil fuels. It facilitates a seamless transition toward a sustainable, low-emission electricity system, ultimately contributing to a cleaner energy future for all citizens. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US: Monroe Canyon Fire Grows to 20,000 Acres, Prompts Evacuations in Utah

The Monroe Canyon Fire in Sevier County, Utah, has burned over 20,000 acres since July 13 and is just 13% contained as of Sunday, July 27. Evacuations have been ordered for several mountain communities, including Long Flat, Deep Lake, and Elk Country Cabins. Firefighters are battling tough conditions with high winds, dry fuels, and steep terrain. Nearly 1,000 personnel are on scene, and officials say parts of the fire remain “dicey” due to spot fires and fatigue among crews.

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Global Nations Retreat from Fossil Fuel Dependency

On February 13, 2025, mass electric vehicles were seen during daily operations in Medan, North Sumatra, to meet local transportation needs. The global emphasis on efforts to minimize the use of fossil fuels underscores the challenges associated with storing electrical energy. Similarly, the electric vehicle Togg T10X became a souvenir to mark the 75th anniversary of the partnership between Indonesia and Turkey. In addition, Indonesia is involved in geological research focused on rare earth elements, including lithium, found in the remains of the Sidoarjo mudflow disaster. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Global Nations Retreat from Fossil Fuel Dependency

On February 13, 2025, mass electric vehicles were seen during daily operations in Medan, North Sumatra, to meet local transportation needs. The global emphasis on efforts to minimize the use of fossil fuels underscores the challenges associated with storing electrical energy. Similarly, the electric vehicle Togg T10X became a souvenir to mark the 75th anniversary of the partnership between Indonesia and Turkey. In addition, Indonesia is involved in geological research focused on rare earth elements, including lithium, found in the remains of the Sidoarjo mudflow disaster. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Global Nations Retreat from Fossil Fuel Dependency

On February 13, 2025, mass electric vehicles were seen during daily operations in Medan, North Sumatra, to meet local transportation needs. The global emphasis on efforts to minimize the use of fossil fuels underscores the challenges associated with storing electrical energy. Similarly, the electric vehicle Togg T10X became a souvenir to mark the 75th anniversary of the partnership between Indonesia and Turkey. In addition, Indonesia is involved in geological research focused on rare earth elements, including lithium, found in the remains of the Sidoarjo mudflow disaster. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Global Nations Retreat from Fossil Fuel Dependency

On February 13, 2025, mass electric vehicles were seen during daily operations in Medan, North Sumatra, to meet local transportation needs. The global emphasis on efforts to minimize the use of fossil fuels underscores the challenges associated with storing electrical energy. Similarly, the electric vehicle Togg T10X became a souvenir to mark the 75th anniversary of the partnership between Indonesia and Turkey. In addition, Indonesia is involved in geological research focused on rare earth elements, including lithium, found in the remains of the Sidoarjo mudflow disaster. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Global Nations Retreat from Fossil Fuel Dependency

On February 13, 2025, mass electric vehicles were seen during daily operations in Medan, North Sumatra, to meet local transportation needs. The global emphasis on efforts to minimize the use of fossil fuels underscores the challenges associated with storing electrical energy. Similarly, the electric vehicle Togg T10X became a souvenir to mark the 75th anniversary of the partnership between Indonesia and Turkey. In addition, Indonesia is involved in geological research focused on rare earth elements, including lithium, found in the remains of the Sidoarjo mudflow disaster. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Pollution Worsens As Winter Sets In - Kabul

This photo taken on December 15, 2024 shows a coal trading site in Kabul, Afghanistan. As the winter settles in, thick, hazardous smog from burning coal, rubber, and other substandard fuels poses a significant threat to the health of millions of residents in Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan. Photo Saifurahman Safi/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Pollution Worsens As Winter Sets In - Kabul

People work at a coal trading site in Kabul, Afghanistan, December 18, 2024. As the winter settles in, thick, hazardous smog from burning coal, rubber, and other substandard fuels poses a significant threat to the health of millions of residents in Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan. Photo Saifurahman Safi/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Pollution Worsens As Winter Sets In - Kabul

This photo taken on December 15, 2024 shows a city view of Kabul, Afghanistan. As the winter settles in, thick, hazardous smog from burning coal, rubber, and other substandard fuels poses a significant threat to the health of millions of residents in Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan. Photo Saifurahman Safi/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Pollution Worsens As Winter Sets In - Kabul

This photo taken on December 15, 2024 shows a city view of Kabul, Afghanistan. As the winter settles in, thick, hazardous smog from burning coal, rubber, and other substandard fuels poses a significant threat to the health of millions of residents in Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan. Photo Saifurahman Safi/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Canada: Montreal Protesters Accuse COP29 Host Azerbaijan Of Greenwashing

On Sunday, November 10, a day before the start of the UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku, demonstrators gathered at Montreal's Place des Arts to protest Azerbaijan, the conference's host, accusing it of using climate initiatives to "greenwash" its military actions against Armenia, human rights violations, and environmental exploitation.

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Toyota, Iwatani test-fuels liquid hydrogen car

Toyota Motor Corp. and Iwatani Corp. conduct the first demonstration in Japan to fuel a liquid hydrogen-powered car at a hydrogen station in Kariya in Aichi Prefecture, central Japan, on Oct. 24, 2024.

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Toyota, Iwatani test-fuels liquid hydrogen car

Toyota Motor Corp. and Iwatani Corp. conduct the first demonstration in Japan to fuel a liquid hydrogen-powered car at a hydrogen station in Kariya in Aichi Prefecture, central Japan, on Oct. 24, 2024.

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Italy: Fridays For Future Protest Takes Place In Turin

Young activists took to the streets in Turin on Friday, October 11, demanding action on climate change and calling for the defense of the future.

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Italy: Fridays For Future Protest Takes Place In Turin 2

Young activists took to the streets in Turin on Friday, October 11, demanding action on climate change and calling for the defense of the future.

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CHINA-YANGTZE RIVER DELTA-MANUFACTURING GROWTH (CN)

(240608) -- NANJING, June 8, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This undated aerial drone photo shows a view of the Suzhou Science and Technology Town in Suzhou, east China's Jiangsu Province. TO GO WITH "China Focus: Digital tech fuels Yangtze River Delta's coordinated manufacturing growth" (Suzhou Science and Technology Town/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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CHINA-YANGTZE RIVER DELTA-MANUFACTURING GROWTH (CN)

(240608) -- NANJING, June 8, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This undated aerial drone photo shows a view of the Suzhou Science and Technology Town in Suzhou, east China's Jiangsu Province. TO GO WITH "China Focus: Digital tech fuels Yangtze River Delta's coordinated manufacturing growth" (Suzhou Science and Technology Town/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shared passion for delicacies fuels China-EU agricultural trade

STORY: Shared passion for delicacies fuels China-EU agricultural trade SHOOTING TIME: May 17, 2024 & File DATELINE: May 29, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:08 LOCATION: Brussels CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. file footages of agri-food products 2. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): PAN FENG, Vice chairman of the China-Europe Association for Technical and Economic Cooperation STORYLINE: China and the European Union (EU) signed an agreement on geographical indications (GI) in 2021, with the aim of improving bilateral trade in agri-food products. This year marks the third anniversary of the landmark agreement coming into effect. The first GI list, which entered into force in 2021, protects 100 Chinese agricultural GIs in the EU and 96 agricultural EU GIs in China. From Bordeaux wines to Sitia olive oil, a wide range of signature agri-products from the EU have gained a greater presence in the kitchens of Chinese families, tickling Chinese taste buds with their exotic flavors. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): PAN FENG, Vice chairman of the China-

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Xinhua Headlines: Shared passion for delicacies fuels China-EU agricultural trade

(240529) -- BEIJING/BRUSSELS, May 29, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on March 23, 2022 shows a general view of the distillery at Remy Martin house in Cognac, southwestern France. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Gao Jing)

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Xinhua Headlines: Shared passion for delicacies fuels China-EU agricultural trade

(240529) -- BEIJING/BRUSSELS, May 29, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A chef prepares 5J Cinco Jotas iberico ham at the unveiling ceremony of LA LISTE 2024 world restaurant ranking at the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Paris, France, Nov. 20, 2023. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Gao Jing)

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Xinhua Headlines: Shared passion for delicacies fuels China-EU agricultural trade

(240529) -- BEIJING/BRUSSELS, May 29, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Visitors take photos of exhibits at the China International Conference for the Cooperation on the Premium Geographical Indication Brands 2023 in Tangshan, north China's Hebei Province, Oct. 24, 2023. (Photo by Wang Zhitong/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM