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Camera traps captured a rare snow leopard in Uzbekistan's Gissar State Nature Reserve, proving these elusive "ghosts of the mountain" still roam the protected peaks. An unexpected legacy of Soviet-era conservation is now helping save one of the world's most endangered big cats.
Shabnam Bashir defied her conservative community to trek alone through Kashmir's forgotten mountains. Her eight-year mission brought 16 hidden valleys onto the tourism map and created income for over 60 villagers.
Two young women walked away unharmed after elite rescue crews spent 24 hours navigating treacherous cliffs, 80 km/h winds, and horizontal rain in Australia's Snowy Mountains. The successful mission showcases the skill and determination of volunteer alpine rescue teams who risk their lives to bring others home safely.
Researchers discovered a striking new plant species in Mizoram's misty mountains that looks like a cobra but blooms like a flower. The whip-tailed lily, found near Tlangpui Peak, showcases India's incredible biodiversity and the importance of local conservation efforts.
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A 10-year-old dog named Rocky survived six weeks in Colorado's frozen wilderness after slipping away from a pet sitter. Despite losing half his body weight in subzero conditions, Rocky's rescue proves the power of community and perseverance.
A Moroccan startup just won $150,000 to solve one of entrepreneurship's biggest headaches: mountains of paperwork and confusing regulations. Charikaty's digital platform promises to turn Morocco's complex business registration process into something anyone can navigate.
The first quarter moon tonight offers stargazers a rare chance to see dramatic shadows cast by ancient lunar mountains and impact craters. No telescope required, though binoculars reveal even more of our moon's stunning geological history.
When Great Smoky Mountains National Park lost a quarter of its staff, volunteers stepped up to keep America's busiest park running smoothly. Their efforts show how communities can rally to protect the places they love.
Australia just had its best Winter Olympics ever, winning six medals including three golds in Milano Cortina. Athletes turned heartbreak into triumph on the snow, rewriting the record books for a nation better known for beaches than mountains.
A mountain rescue team in the Scottish Highlands saved a five-year-old spaniel who survived a freezing night alone after falling through snow into a hollow below a summit. The dramatic rescue flipped the usual script of dogs saving humans in the mountains.
India's cleanest city just proved toxic waste mountains can vanish without expensive contractors. Indore turned 1.3 million tonnes of legacy garbage into ₹400 crore worth of reclaimed urban land in just six months. #
When over four feet of snow trapped a man and his dog in California's San Bernardino Mountains, firefighters mounted a specialized rescue that brought both home safe. The heartwarming operation shows how emergency crews go the extra mile to save every member of the family.
In the mountains of Himachal Pradesh, over 400 women are bringing back a dying craft and building their own sustainable fashion empire. What started as a mission to save traditional Kullu weaving has turned into a movement that reaches 20 countries.
India is transforming mountains of discarded electronics into lithium, cobalt, and rare minerals needed for smartphones, electric cars, and AI technology. The country's new recycling push could generate $6 billion annually while reducing dependence on imports.
A female geologist proved the ocean floor wasn't flat in 1957, revolutionizing our understanding of Earth's continents, despite being dismissed as "girl talk" and banned from research ships. Her hand-drawn maps revealed underwater mountains that proved continents once formed a supercontinent called Pangea.
The Kurdistan Region just created a new Tourism Council to transform its economy through travel, with ambitious plans to more than double annual visitors from 8 million to 20 million by 2030. With 3,000 destinations already welcoming tourists and $7.5 billion invested in the sector, this emerging hotspot is betting big on its mountains, ancient sites, and reputation for safety.
A Serbian archaeologist spends up to seven hours at a time meditating in frozen lakes and snow-covered mountains wearing only shorts. His 15-year practice has inspired thousands online who are curious about using extreme cold for mental clarity.
New Zealand's youngest Olympic gold medalist is swapping competition for creativity. Freeskier Nico Porteous retired from halfpipe at 23 to pursue his dream of filming extreme skiing videos in the mountains.
A three-year project in Colombia's Andes mountains will restore 112 hectares of endangered forest while creating jobs for 150 local families. The initiative combines conservation with sustainable farming to protect rare species like spectacled bears and ancient Polylepis trees.
A new panoramic train coach is transforming journeys through Kashmir's mountains into a sightseeing adventure. The extended route now connects more travelers to one of India's most scenic rail corridors.
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