Climate & Infrastructure
- Post-Katrina New Orleans Faces $1 Billion Levee Upgrade Crisis
Two decades after Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans’ levee and flood wall system is deteriorating. Experts warn $1 billion in upgrades is urgently needed to maintain public safety and federal flood insurance eligibility. - Forests, Wildfires, and Controversy: Is “Thinning” Really the Solution?
A critical look at wildfire management debates in the western U.S., examining whether industrial “thinning” methods like chainsaws, herbicides, and controlled burns truly protect forests and communities, or worsen long-term risks. - Former FEMA Chief Speaks Out: Trump Administration Accused of Delaying Climate Disaster Aid
Cameron Hamilton, former FEMA chief, publicly claims the Trump administration delayed disaster relief for communities affected by extreme weather events, raising concerns about the effectiveness of federal aid programs in the face of climate change. - Judge Dismisses EPA Grant Termination Lawsuit: What It Means for Climate and Environmental Justice Funding
A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit over EPA environmental justice block grants, a ruling that could influence future litigation regarding climate funding and federal environmental programs.
Politics & Social Justice
- How Census Policy and Private Prisons Undermine Democracy in Kentucky — and Across America
Kentucky’s redistricting data, impacted by the 2020 Census, has raised concerns about democratic fairness. This article also explores how private prison profit models intersect with government policies to influence incarceration and human rights.
Animal Welfare & Wildlife
- The Tragedy of Captive-Born Dolphins: Baby Gemma and the Cruelty Behind the Dolphin Entertainment Industry
Baby dolphin Gemma’s birth in captivity highlights the physical and psychological toll of life in small tanks, challenging claims of entertainment and conservation justification. - SeaWorld Faces Mounting Legal Battles, Protests, and Public Backlash in 2025
SeaWorld is under scrutiny from lawsuits, OSHA citations, and animal rights campaigns, with increasing public criticism over orca and dolphin treatment. - Tiger Tajmir’s Journey to Freedom: From 12 Years of Misery to a New Life of Care
Tajmir, rescued from private captivity in Czechia, begins rehabilitation with plans to move to FELIDA Big Cat Sanctuary in the Netherlands for species-appropriate care. - For 20 Years Freedom Was Out of Reach — Now Rescued Moon Bear Apollo Finally Lives It; Bakhmut and Ruta: A Love Story at BEAR SANCTUARY Domazhyr
The story of Apollo, rescued after decades of confinement, and Bakhmut and Ruta, whose bond at BEAR SANCTUARY Domazhyr shows the healing power of sanctuary care.
Wildlife & Safari Experiences
- SafariLIVE Sunset: Experience the Magic of Africa’s Wildlife, 31 August 2025
Join SafariLIVE Sunset for a virtual journey into Africa, featuring cheetahs, lions, elephants, rhinos, and more, along with expert naturalist commentary.
Sustainable Living & Recipes
- Delicious and Sustainable Plant-Based Meal Prep Recipes for a Healthier Labor Day Weekend
From breakfast to lunch to dessert, explore plant-based, easy-to-prep meals perfect for Labor Day and beyond, including Potato Chive Egg Bites, Maple Dijon Roasted Veggie Bowls, and Peanut Miso Ramen.
Note: All content is published on 31 August 2025 by Don Lichterman across categories including Climate, SAN News, Recipes, Dolphins, Bears, Tigers, SafariLIVE Sunset, and Politics.
