Peatlands in Peril

Peatlands in Peril: Urgent Action Needed to Protect the World’s Carbon Bomb

Peatlands, one of the planet’s most crucial carbon sinks, are facing a crisis of protection and preservation, a new global study warns. Despite covering only 3% of the world’s land, these wetland ecosystems store more carbon than all the world’s...
France Culture Minister Rachida Dati

France’s New Proposal Could See Non-EU Tourists Paying More to Visit Paris’ Iconic Landmarks

The landscape of Paris' tourism industry, France’s Culture Minister Rachida Dati has recently suggested a series of changes that could lead to higher entry fees for non-EU visitors at some of Paris’ most popular attractions. The proposal is aimed at...