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Freshwater stingrays in South America: From Lake Maracaibo to the Arari, the surprising habitats of rare river rays

Certain stingray species have remarkably adjusted to life in freshwater environments, thriving in river systems and serene lakes. The Maracaibo River in South America is home to the endangered Maracaibo River Stingray, while Brazilian bodies of water such as lakes Arari and Catalão provide a habitat for Amazon basin stingrays.…

The Times of India

Chandra Grahan 2026 August 28: When will lunar eclipse begin? Check India timings, visibility and Do’s & Don’ts

On August 28, 2026, a breathtaking deep partial lunar eclipse, known as Chandra Grahan, will grace the night sky. Observers in North and South America will have the prime view, with glimpses also available in parts of Europe and Africa. Some western Asian regions may catch a glimpse as well.…

The Economic Times

Ana de Armas and Rawayana's Beto Montenegro Take Their Romance on the Road: Inside their South American Tour

Ana de Armas has taken her support for Beto Montenegro to South America, appearing at consecutive Rawayana concerts in Buenos Aires and Santiago, Chile, as the Venezuelan group continues its ¿Dónde es el after? World Tour.

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I'm a pro photographer — here's how I'm going to capture the extraordinary lunar eclipse blood moon on August 27-28

North and South America are ideally placed for the 96.2% partial lunar eclipse on August 27-28, while viewers across Europe should see the height of the eclipse just before moonset and dawn.

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Chandra Grahan 2026 in India date and time: Check August 28 Sutak time, where it will be visivle on Raksha Bandhan and do’s and don’ts

Chandra Grahan 2026 Date: The last lunar eclipse of 2026 will occur on August 28 as a deep partial Chandra Grahan. The eclipse will not be visible from India because it will take place during daytime, and the traditional Sutak period is therefore not applicable in India. The eclipse will…

The Economic Times

Australia has just 12,000 sea lions left – and ‘carnage’ may await them as bird flu takes hold, scientists warn

Virus has already caused catastrophic losses in seals in South America and sub-Antarctica, particularly among pups

The Guardian - AU

What Narmada Valley Dinosaur Fossils Revealed About India's Prehistoric Past and Gondwana

The Femur That Started EverythingIn 1828, William Henry Sleeman, better known for suppressing the Thuggee cult, pulled a massive fossilised femur from the banks of the Narmada near Jabalpur. He sent it to Calcutta, where it was eventually identified as belonging to a creature no living person had ever seen.…

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Chandra Grahan to coincide with Raksha Bandhan this year: Check date, time, India visibility and all you need to know

Lunar eclipses 2026: A deep partial lunar eclipse will occur on August 28, 2026. This celestial event will be visible across North and South America. Parts of Europe, Africa, and West Asia will also witness a partial eclipse. However, the eclipse will not be visible from India due to daytime…

The Economic Times

India eyes critical minerals, bigger markets in South America trade push

India is strengthening trade ties with South American nations like Chile, Argentina, and Brazil. Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal will chair joint trade meetings in Argentina and Brazil. Talks for a comprehensive trade agreement with Chile are in advanced stages. Discussions will also cover expanding the preferential trade agreement with Mercosur.…

The Economic Times

Peru Becomes the Third South American Country Hit by Major Quake in Two Months — No Deaths Reported

A 6.7 quake hit Peru's Andes Aug. 20, its mildest damage yet next to Colombia's 319 dead and Venezuela's 6,438. Depth explains the gap, seismologists say.

Latin Times

Since 1965, Florida has used the alligatorweed flea beetle to control invasive mats; once established, it can cause them to collapse within about 3 months

A small but mighty insect, the alligatorweed flea beetle, has proven to be an efficient guardian against the spread of invasive alligatorweed. Originating from South America, this beetle relies solely on the weed for sustenance. While it flourishes in warmer climates, it falters during harsh winters. Remarkably, this method of…

The Economic Times

This year's El Nino set to be strongest in more than a century, UK forecasters say

Britain's Met Office has predicted sea surface temperatures in the tropical Pacific will reach an "unheard-of" level of potentially more than three degrees above average, triggering severe droughts across South America and the West Pacific. Such an event would have serious knock-on effects for global food security.

France 24

‘Unprecedented’ El Nino could be strongest in 100 years: UK weather agency

Britain's national weather agency predicts this year's El Nino will be the largest in over a century. Sea surface temperatures are expected to reach unprecedented levels, impacting global weather patterns significantly. Severe droughts are anticipated in South America and the West Pacific regions. The United Kingdom can expect increased rainfall…

The Economic Times

Celtic 'target' £16m-rated attacker as busy transfer window continues

Celtic have joined the race to sign Girona winger Asprilla, according to reports from South America.

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During World War II, Japan imported 150 South American nutria for military fur; after mass escapes and releases, their descendants spread across at least 19 prefectures and dug through rice fields and reservoir banks

During wartime, Japan imported nutria for their lucrative fur farming, which inadvertently gave rise to large invasive populations. Originally from South America, these semi-aquatic rodents escaped captivity and thrived in the wild. Their presence negatively impacts agriculture, particularly rice paddies and reservoir banks. As a result, Japanese law now prohibits…

YETI just gave its iconic coolers and drinkware a ranch-style makeover inspired by the landscapes and traditions of the South American pampas

The Estancia Collection adds two new earthy colourways to its coolers, drinkware, and outdoor gear lineup

The Guardian - AU

Bird flu has been evolving and migrating for 30 years. It is a far more deadly virus that has now arrived in Australia

Experts say the H5N1 bird flu virus’s risk to humans is low, but fear an impeding decimation of seal populations after tens of thousands of deaths in South America and Antarctica

The Guardian - UK

Fifa insists Gianni Infantino will remain president after Rabat crisis meeting

A Fifa statement said Gianni Infantino has sent written apologies to the Fifa council and the 211 member associations over the World Cup sell-off

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Latin Times

U.S. and Paraguay Sign Civil Nuclear Pact as Washington Courts a Key South American Ally

U.S. and Paraguay signed a civil nuclear pact this week — a modest energy deal that signals a much bigger regional alignment shift.

The Conversation

Bird flu decimated South America’s marine mammals. What can Australia do differently?

Australia is now confronting an outbreak of a deadly bird flu strain.

AAP

World's largest electric ferry catches a 'complex' lift

The biggest electric ferry on the planet is soon off to South America after one of the most complex maritime operations in a state's history.

The Economic Times

150 years ago, Britishers brought a South American tree to stop desertification in Thar, now it has become a thorny issue in India

Vilayati babul, introduced during colonial times, remains a subject of ongoing debate. This invasive tree provided fuelwood and livelihoods but now threatens native vegetation. Its rapid spread consumes groundwater and restricts grazing areas for local communities. Research indicates a significant decline in plant diversity where it has invaded. The species…

The Times of India

By the 1990s, Argentine ants had spread through much of coastal California; today they protect crop pests that damage farms and gardens

Originally hailing from South America, Argentine ants have created extensive supercolonies across California, wreaking havoc on local ecosystems. By protecting sap-feeding pests, they facilitate crop damage and challenge natural predator populations. This invasion has caused a decline in native species, severely disrupting food webs. Homeowners face challenges in managing these…

The Independent UK

Hegseth’s 67 deadly drug boat strikes have not stopped cocaine from flooding into the US. Trump’s own DEA says so

Traffickers are using planes, larger boats and sailing close to coastlines as cocaine production in South America ramps up

Times Life

Beyond Camouflage: How Animal Colour Serves as Warning, Signalling, and Thermoregulation Tool

When Bright Colour Means "Back Off"The poison dart frog of Central and South America carries enough batrachotoxin in its skin to kill a small predator. It is also electric blue, vivid orange, or lime green, depending on the species. This is aposematism: colouration that functions as an active broadcast of…

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