Celebrating International Biodiversity Day with thoughts on sustainable development

Reading Time: 2 minutesAS the global community is called to re-examine our relationship with the natural world, one thing is certain: despite all our technological advances, we are completely dependent on healthy and vibrant ecosystems for our water, food, medicines, clothes, fuel, shelter, and energy, just to name a few. This involves respecting, protecting, and repairing our biological […]

Insects key to survival of migratory birds

Reading Time: 2 minutesTHE World Migratory Bird Day campaign in 2024 will focus on the importance of insects for migratory birds, and highlight concerns related to decreasing populations of insects. Insects are essential sources of energy for many migratory bird species, not only during the breeding seasons but also during their extensive journeys, and greatly affect the timing, […]

Survival of our ecosystems depends on the survival of bees

Reading Time: 2 minutesBEES and other pollinators, such as butterflies, bats, and hummingbirds, are increasingly under threat from human activities. Pollination is, however, a fundamental process for the survival of our ecosystems. Nearly 90% of the world’s wild flowering plant species depend, entirely, or at least in part, on animal pollination, along with more than 75% of the […]

From fungi to feast – Sustainable protein solution from Mycoprotein

Reading Time: 2 minutesFrom Fungi to Feast: A Sustainable Protein Solution Ultimeat and Nimbus Restaurant jointly launched Ultimeat Mycoprotein, marking the first of its kind in Malaysia. This groundbreaking launch aims to promote sustainable food systems and combat climate change by producing alternative sources of protein. Ultimeat, established in 1988, has evolved its focus towards innovating plant-based meat […]

In digital education ‘human touch’ goes missing

Reading Time: 2 minutesHas anyone thought why would children in primary schools need to be on WhatsApp groups to stay in touch with their teachers, for monitoring homework and other instructions? Isn’t this the age to keep them safe from smartphones? The rise of digital education has led to this trend, but it raises concerns about children’s well-being. […]