In a two-part special, 101 East explores Asia’s role in the booming multimillion-dollar dinosaur fossil trade. The global demand for dinosaur fossils is booming, with increasing interest from wealthy collectors across Asia. In 2024, a Stegosaurus skeleton was sold at an auction in New York for a record $44.6m. Fossil hunters are raking in profits, … Read more
The president says he is unleashing oil in a dramatic U-turn in US energy policy. President Donald Trump says he will increase oil output and unleash the United States energy industry. He’s also declared a national energy emergency. While oil companies might be celebrating, Trump also pledged to roll back support for clean energy, spelling … Read more
One year after world leaders made a splashy promise to shift away from fossil fuels, countries are burning more oil, natural gas and coal than ever before, researchers said this week. Global carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuels are on track to reach a record 37.4 billion metric tons in 2024, a 0.8 percent increase … Read more
Scientists have discovered the oldest-known fossil of a giant tadpole that wriggled around over 160m years ago. The new fossil, found in Argentina, surpasses the previous ancient record holder by about 20m years. Imprinted in a slab of sandstone are parts of the tadpole’s skull and backbone, along with impressions of its eyes and nerves. … Read more
City council in third largest city in Netherlands approves the new rules, which will apply from January. The Hague will ban street advertising for fossil fuels, according to a notice published on the Dutch city’s website, as a number of cities worldwide crack down on publicity for fossil fuels and high-emissions sectors. The Municipal Council … Read more