Marine researchers rescue sea turtle tangled in fishing line off the coast of Caesarea
Shortly after the team rescued the turtle, it was transported to the National Sea Turtle Rescue Center to receive treatment.
Environment & Climate Change
Breathing Data: How environmental data is rewriting public health in Israel
Strong El Nino will develop rapidly over coming months, says UN weather agency
As Dead Sea plans languish, gov't probe finds Israel still unprepared for climate change
KKL-JNF aiming to preserve endangered plant species at Jerusalem Botanical Garden, Eshtaol Nursery
The joint initiative to preserve and cultivate rare and endangered species has yielded groundbreaking results, with various species producing seeds, flowering, and even bearing fruit.
Millions of Afghan children facing severe risks from changing climate, UNICEF says
The UNICEF Children’s Climate Risk Report 2026, released on June 16, found that 41% of Afghanistan’s roughly 21 million children are exposed to multiple climate shocks, including floods and droughts.
The efficiency illusion: Why green technology fails when human behavior gets in the way
At Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Prof. Tamar Makov examines the gap between environmental promise and reality, from lab-grown fish to the unintended climate benefits of weight-loss drugs.
El Niño forming in Pacific could become the strongest in 70 years, threatening food supplies
Forecasters expect the stronger weather event to bring excessive rains to the Americas and hot, dry conditions in Asia, where crop planting is already being disrupted.
Pacific officially enters El Niño, hot weather pattern may be 'very strong,' US organization warns
NOAA stated that there was a 63% chance of sea surface temperatures exceeding 2.0° in the region, with the possibility of these higher temperatures causing the event to be considered "very strong."
FIFA World Cup 2026 to break records with 3.7 million tons of carbon emissions, Israeli firm finds
The tournament is being staged across three different countries, Canada, the US, and Mexico - a first in World Cup history, meaning teams and fans will have to travel extensively between host cities.
WATCH: Two sperm whales spotted off coast of Ashdod by University of Haifa researchers
The team was originally slated to perform surveys over the course of six days, but instead were called to shore after one day due to Iranian missile strikes.
UAE launches Naseej initiative to tackle 220,000 tons of annual textile waste
Circular textile systems aim to keep garments and fibers in use for as long as possible through reuse, repair, resale, upcycling, recycling, and reduced waste.
Air pollution and extreme heat linked to more migraine attacks, Israeli study finds
Israeli scientists find air pollution exposure tied to a higher risk of migraine attacks.
Government designates eight new forests as natural reserves along northern border
This is a broad initiative led by the ministry, as part of a national regulatory process, aimed at providing effective protection for forested areas in Israel.
