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A pigeon with a ‘bleeding heart’ has returned after 20 years in Philippines, but its comeback may not be good news
Times of India

A pigeon with a ‘bleeding heart’ has returned after 20 years in Philippines, but its comeback may not be good news

In a stunning turn of events, a Mindoro bleeding-heart pigeon, a critically endangered species, has been photographed for the first time in twenty years. This sighting, occurring in the vibrant Puerto Galera rainforest on Mindoro island, confirms the species still thrives in its natural habitat. The joint efforts of indigenous patrollers and conservationists highlight the importance of protecting ...

Michigan school sold for $40,000 in 2011 now asks $450,000 after one wing became 5 homes
Times of India

Michigan school sold for $40,000 in 2011 now asks $450,000 after one wing became 5 homes

A former school at Michigan’s K.I. Sawyer Air Force Base has undergone a striking transformation since selling for $40,000 in 2011. The 39,000-square-foot property now features five homes in one renovated wing and is listed for $450,000. Spread across 19.38 acres, the unusual property still includes classrooms, a gym, garages and spaces awaiting renovation.

In 1989, Detroit Zoo began saving lost snails; 37 years later, 500 head 5,000 miles to Tahiti
Times of India

In 1989, Detroit Zoo began saving lost snails; 37 years later, 500 head 5,000 miles to Tahiti

Hundreds of tiny snails are journeying over 5,000 miles from Michigan to Tahiti. This release is part of a long-running international conservation program for endangered native snails. Invasive predators had caused severe population collapses for these unique mollusks in their native islands. The Detroit Zoo has been breeding and caring for these snails since 1989. This ongoing effort has successf...

Meet Lilah Mehta, the Connecticut high-school student who entered a Yale lab at 16

Meet Lilah Mehta, the Connecticut high-school student who entered a Yale lab at 16

Times of India

In a groundbreaking achievement, high school student Lilah Mehta has co-authored a significant neuroscience study, diving deep into the world of biological inquiries. Her research, which centered on ion channels potentially related to neurodegenerative diseases, led to a peer-reviewed publication. Overcoming laboratory challenges and grasping complex molecular principles, Mehta has firmly establis...

Gold miners breached 14 hectares of Indonesia's orangutan refuge in three years; conservationists want government to intervene

Gold miners breached 14 hectares of Indonesia's orangutan refuge in three years; conservationists want government to intervene

Times of India

The Jantho forest reservation in Indonesia, vital for orangutan rehabilitation, is under siege from illegal gold miners. This encroachment places the habitat of critically endangered Sumatran orangutans, rescued from illegal trade, at severe risk. Mining activities have already destroyed approximately fourteen hectares, while toxic runoff threatens the surrounding Krueng Aceh River, endangering bo...

California oil field faces $20 million funding gap in 25-year fight to stop development

California oil field faces $20 million funding gap in 25-year fight to stop development

Times of India

West Coyote Hills, a 510-acre former oil field in Fullerton, California, has faced development pressure for five decades. After 25 years of efforts to preserve the land, a plan is now close to completion. California has approved a $95 million purchase of the remaining site, with $75 million already committed. Supporters are seeking the final $20 million to permanently protect the habitat as parkla...

Joseph Martinek bought a Texas farm in 1911; 115 years later, family protects 470 acres

Joseph Martinek bought a Texas farm in 1911; 115 years later, family protects 470 acres

Times of India

Joseph Martinek purchased a Texas farm in 1911, beginning a family legacy that has lasted 115 years. In 2026, his descendants permanently protected 470 acres outside La Grange through a donated conservation easement. The property preserves farmland, wildlife habitat, open space, water resources and archaeological history while allowing the family to retain ownership and continue stewardship.

In 2002, South Australia sank ex-HMAS Hobart in under 3 minutes; 18 years later...

In 2002, South Australia sank ex-HMAS Hobart in under 3 minutes; 18 years later...

Times of India

Having been decommissioned and sunk in 2002, the ex-HMAS Hobart has evolved into a lively underwater ecosystem. This former Australian warship is now home to more than fifty distinct fish species, while its submerged structure nurtures an array of filter-feeding organisms. Located in a safeguarded marine park sanctuary, it offers an enticing destination for divers eager to explore successful effor...

Billionaire heiress Isabel Getty, great-granddaughter of J. Paul Getty, marries Faris McKinnon

Billionaire heiress Isabel Getty, great-granddaughter of J. Paul Getty, marries Faris McKinnon

Times of India

Billionaire dynasty heiress Isabel Getty, great-granddaughter of oil tycoon J. Paul Getty, has married British financier Faris McKinnon in an intimate London ceremony. The couple exchanged vows at Chelsea Old Town Hall before celebrating at Harry’s Bar in Mayfair. Isabel and Faris later made a stylish exit in a vintage black Rolls-Royce, accompanied by their young son Viggo.

Australia’s endangered eastern quolls welcome new joeys; after vanishing from mainland for 60 years

Australia’s endangered eastern quolls welcome new joeys; after vanishing from mainland for 60 years

Times of India

Australia’s endangered eastern quolls are showing signs of recovery after conservationists successfully bred captive-raised animals in Tasmania. One released female has six joeys in her pouch, offering hope for the species’ future. Eastern quolls disappeared from mainland Australia by the 1960s, largely due to habitat loss, disease, road accidents and predation.

Game on, history off: White House unveils MAGA arcade

Game on, history off: White House unveils MAGA arcade

Times of India

The White House launched retro-style video games to promote President Trump's agenda. Two immigration games, 'Build the Wall' and 'Rio Run,' sparked significant controversy. Critics argue these games trivialize serious immigration issues and dehumanize migrants. Supporters believe the administration is communicating policy in an accessible language for younger Americans. This initiative reflects a...