U.S. Helped to Weaken Report at U.N. Environment Talks, Participants Say

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is considering the approval of bemotrizinol, a highly effective UV filter that is widely used in sunscreen products across Europe and Asia. This potential change marks a significant shift in the U.S. sunscreen market, which has faced criticism for its limited range of effective UV filters.

In 2025, the U.S. has reported over 1,900 measles cases, primarily affecting children, signaling a troubling trend towards losing its measles-free status by early next year. This resurgence raises alarms about public health and vaccination rates across the nation.

The Bezymianny volcano in Kamchatka, Russia, experienced a significant eruption in 1956 that led to the collapse of much of its structure. Since then, the volcano has undergone frequent eruptions, including a notable event in November, resulting in its nearly complete regrowth.

Iain Douglas-Hamilton, a prominent British conservationist and leading authority on African elephant behavior, has passed away at the age of 83. His conservation efforts began in 1965 when he addressed the challenge of 450 elephants confined in Tanzania's Lake Manyara national park, utilizing his background in zoology and aviation to aid in their preservation.