The Sámi people, indispensable guardians of climate change

The Sámi people, indispensable guardians of climate change In the northernmost corner of Europe, the nomadic Sámi reindeer herders have developed a millennia-old understanding of the Arctic zone – precious knowledge that helps protect ecosystems and inform climate change adaptation. 12 January 2026 Last update:18 January 2026 https://courier.unesco.org/en/articles/sami-people-indispensable-guardians-climate-change

The secret skies of Kalahari

The secret skies of Kalahari In northeastern Namibia, the Juǀ’hoansi hunter-gatherers have developed a unique astronomical knowledge, but their precious connection to the lunar cycle is threatened by light pollution. 12 January 2026 Last update:18 January 2026 https://courier.unesco.org/en/articles/secret-skies-kalahari

A changing climate for Indigenous knowledge

A changing climate for Indigenous knowledge From the Aboriginal practice of controlled burning to prevent wildfires to Inuit weather forecasting, and the zaï techniques used in some African countries to capture water, the world is rich with diverse, proven Indigenous wisdom. This knowledge is particularly valuable in the context of climate change and declining biodiversity. 12 January 2026 Last update:18 January 2026 https://courier.unesco.org/en/articles/changing-climate-indigenous-knowledge

Kunashir: the island where volcanoes meet the ocean (VIDEO) Gateway to Russia Mar 30 2026

Kunashir: the island where volcanoes meet the ocean (VIDEO) Gateway to Russia Mar 30 2026 Travel Kunashir is one of the most striking islands in the Kuril chain, where active volcanoes rise above wild coastlines and cinematic landscapes. Its best-known landmark is Tyatya volcano, surrounded by hot springs and dense forests. https://www.gw2ru.com/travel/247218-kunashir-the-island-where-volcanoes-meet-the-ocean-video

Do you speak animal?

Do you speak animal? It has been demonstrated by numerous studies that animals communicate with one another. But is their communication sophisticated enough to call it a language, and if so, could we understand it one day? Their signals may someday be analyzed using artificial intelligence (AI). The use of machine learning tools has already led to the discovery that elephants call each other by name, and that whales communicate in a complex way. 2 April 2025 Last update:11 April 2025 https://courier.unesco.org/en/articles/do-you-speak-animal

Welcome to the second quantum revolution

Welcome to the second quantum revolution It was precisely a century ago that quantum mechanics triggered a profound shift in our understanding of reality. Today, the tangible applications of quantum physics surround us, from microprocessors to GPS to lasers. New breakthroughs promise to fundamentally change our lives through exponentially powerful computers, truly unbreakable communication, and revolutionary sensors. 12 January 2026 Last update:18 January 2026 https://courier.unesco.org/en/articles/welcome-second-quantum-revolution

When do we decide that a species is extinct?

When do we decide that a species is extinct? It is far more difficult to prove an absence than to confirm a presence. Declaring a species extinct is the result of meticulous, long-term observation. But such inventory of living organisms is essential for adopting appropriate conservation measures and saving species before it’s too late. 3 April 2026 Last update:9 April 2026 https://courier.unesco.org/en/articles/when-do-we-decide-species-extinct