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All Of A Sudden That Wild Coast Seismic Survey Makes A Lot More Sense
23 Feb 2022 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Despite huge public pushback, the seismic survey off the Wild Coast maintained government support. It’s easy enough to see why now.
Trailer For David Attenborough’s “Gobsmacking” New Documentary [Video]
10 Jan 2022 by Tayla / No Comments
David Attenborough’s new collaboration with nature, ‘The Green Planet’, shows how it is a leaf-eat-leaf world out there.
Shell Doesn’t Care What You Think About The Wild Coast
30 Nov 2021 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
South Africans have made it abundantly clear how we feel about Shell’s Wild Coast seismic survey, which is due to start tomorrow (December 1).
Our Favourite Images From Australian Geographic’s Nature Photographer Of The Year
27 Aug 2021 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Ben Clark’s photo of a female peacock spider taking down a much larger flesh fly is one of the winning snaps from year’s Australian Geographic nature photographer of the year competition.
New Plan To Fight Back Against ‘Deliberate’ Table Mountain Fires
29 Jun 2021 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
April’s devastating fire was likely started deliberately, with SANParks announcing new measures aimed to catch those up to no good.
How ‘My Octopus Teacher’ Makers Plan On Saving The Cape Kelp Forest [Video]
14 Apr 2021 by Kiernan / No Comments
Craig Foster and his octopus teacher may be the stars of the show, but the Cape kelp forest ecosystem is the real unsung hero.
What’s Causing Those Dead Fish To Wash Up At The V&A Waterfront
29 Mar 2021 by Carrie / No Comments
If you’ve been likening the awful smell in and around V&A Waterfront to rotting fish, you aren’t wrong.
Venice Canals So Low The Gondolas Are Beached [Video]
01 Mar 2021 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Unless you intend on being knee-deep in mud, you can rule out one of the most iconic ways to see the city of Venice.
A Reality Check On The Wonders Of Spekboom
24 Feb 2021 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
When the Spekbook Challenge took off, there were grand claims about the powers of the so-called miracle plant. Those aren’t entirely incorrect, but some context is needed.
Cold Brew Coffee Will Change How You Get Your Caffeine Fix
17 Feb 2021 by Carrie / No Comments
Summer is heading into the home stretch, and if you still haven’t discovered the joy of a cold brew coffee, you have some explaining to do.
Finally, A Coffee Company That Takes Eco-Friendly Products Seriously
26 Jan 2021 by Carrie / No Comments
It’s great to know that there’s a local coffee company pulling out all the stops to play their part in caring for our environment, and making it easy for you to do the same.
Inside The Shipping Container Housing The “Farm Of The Future”
14 Jan 2021 by Carrie / No Comments
The challenges posed by climate change could make traditional farming methods difficult in the future, and that’s where The Cube comes in.
Footage Of The Fires Raging In Camps Bay And Masiphumelele [Videos+Images]
18 Dec 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Yesterday afternoon, Cape firefighters battled two separate fires, with strong winds making their jobs even tougher.
20 Beautiful New Animal Species Discovered In The Andes [Images]
15 Dec 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Following an expedition to the Zongo Valley region of the Bolivian Andes, scientists have now confirmed the discovery of 20 new species, as well as others that hadn’t been seen in ages.
‘Vagrants’ And Huge Costs – Unpacking Table Mountain’s Fire Woes
14 Dec 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
We’re entering the Cape’s peak fire season, which means choppers in the air and brave firefighters on the ground battling blazes.
Stunning Shots From The International Garden Photographer Awards Winners
16 Oct 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
The winners of the International Garden Photographer Awards may inspire you to give your backyard a closer look.
Cape Town 400 Million Years Ago – This Interactive Globe Is Awesome
04 Sep 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
A former Google engineer has developed a map that can track 750 million years of the world’s history.
New ‘Carbon-Capture’ Shipping Tech Could Change The Game
03 Sep 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Container ships are one of the safest ways to move cargo, so it’s great that the industry is looking at greener ways to get the job done.
Videos Of Snowfall From Across South Africa
18 Aug 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
As the joke goes, the drop in temperature is from bar fridges across the country turning on, in honour of alcohol sales resuming today.
Indoor Plant Trend Gets Fun With These Cool Apps
23 Jun 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
If you love plants, but have no idea how to keep them alive, there are apps out there that will elevate you to superior plant parent status.
Wow! Check This Giant Squid Found On A Western Cape Beach [Video]
12 Jun 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Residents of Saint Helena Bay, which is approximately 150 kilometres north of Cape Town, woke up on Sunday to the rare sight of a giant squid stranded on Britannia Bay Beach.
Game-Changing Beehive Has A Tap For On-Demand Pure Honey [Video]
19 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
If you’ve ever dreamed of cultivating your own honey, and the smug feeling of satisfaction that comes with it, this is probably the easiest way to do it.
These Virtual Safaris And Tours Of Natural Wonders Bring Nature To You
09 Apr 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Bring the outside in with these epic live streams and guided tours of some of the most beautiful natural wonders of the world.
Behind The Scenes Of BBC’s Blockbuster Series, ‘Seven Worlds, One Planet’ [Video]
24 Mar 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The hype around David Attenborough’s ‘Seven Worlds, One Planet’ seems warranted, with the show hitting SA screens shortly.
You’re Swallowing 2000 Plastic Particles A Week
09 Mar 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Your tap water, food and even the air you breath could contain tiny plastic particles, and they’re messing with your health.
Obviously They’re Making Gin From Peas Now
02 Mar 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
One of the great truths of our time is that if something can be converted into alcohol, chances are it will be.
This Eco-Friendly Fashion Collaboration Is A Very Cool Idea [Video]
27 Feb 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
One giant sportswear brand is doing its bit for the environment with its new eco-friendly and sustainable sneaker and apparel line.
A Word Of Warning About Planting Spekboom
21 Feb 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
We all want to do our bit for the environment, which is why the ‘Spekboom Challenge’ took off earlier in the year. Some important issues need to be clarified, though.
Let’s Talk About Those Single-Use Coffee Pods
19 Feb 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
That hard plastic pod you popped into your machine this morning is going to take roughly 300 years to degrade.
Simple Ingredient Could Change The Future Of Ocean-Going Ships
19 Feb 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
The shipping industry is finding creative ways to swap out the old ways of doing things for new, greener options.
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