Tree-topping beauty
Words Louis Parks
The world is home to some stunning examples of natural beauty, so much so that the humble tree never seems to appear...
The only way is out
Words Bassam Alkantar
Seven months ago, the authorities shut the main landfill site (Naameh) for garbage from the capital, without providing an alternative. Since then, rubbish...
Green wide web
Words Alia Fawaz
For decades scientists have been claiming that plants are deeply interconnected and function in synergy. Recently people have begun to compare flora...
Spring fever
Words Jihan Seoud and Alia Fawaz
Hurray, it’s finally spring! Gone are the cold days and early darkness, as we welcome flowers blooming, birds tweeting,...
Sidon’s trash turns to treasure
Words Tamara Batshon
Many recall the infamous trash mountain in the city of Sidon, which existed for three decades. Now, however, residents of Sidon can...
In search of fantastic plastic
Words Alia Fawaz
Wherever you look you will see something made of plastic. It’s not just the obvious food and beverage packaging but everything from...