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Environment

Picture gallery: Future dim for threatened species

A seahorse

Seahorses have no skeletons but share a common problem with tigers and elephants: They are said to aid fertility in humans. But also the destruction of their natural habitat is contributing to ever-falling numbers. Several species of seahorse are found on the Red List, though adequate knowledge of many of them is lacking.

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Trade in whale meat picking up, despite being outlawed

Ahead of a meeting of the International Whaling Commission (IWC), environmentalists warn that global trade in whale meat is on the rise. Europe is soon to take the lead in the hunt, over Japan. (21.06.2009) 

IUCN releases "Red List" of endangered species

An international study by scientists presented at a meeting of the International Union for Conservation of Nature in Spain is warning that a quarter of the world's mammals are threatened with extinction. (06.10.2008) 

Wildlife delegates endorse plan to end Africa's illicit ivory trade

(18.10.2004) 

The Future of the World's Whales

Whales were hunted to the edge of extinction in the 20th century. Today there is a ban on whaling much to the dissapointment of Japan and Norway. (23.10.2001) 

Science

Computer mock up of Square Kilometre Array

SKA super telescope

The world's biggest telescope is to be located In three countries in the southern hemisphere. The Square Kilometre Array is to be 50 times more sensitive than any existing telescope.

Destination Europe

New opportunities

Starving refugees in flimsy boats, terrified eyes peering from behind bars - immigration stories are often illustrated with negative pictures. But migration also offers great opportunies.

Information on programs for returnees

Listen to this week's radio drama episode: Reverse Migration

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