WWF sends a message of peace with its Earth Hour campaign
The environmental organization WWF chose to launch this year's edition of its "Earth Hour" campaign on the day the world celebrates the "International Day of Forests" for the 50th time.
On St. Nicholas Day, WWF told about the disappearing masters of the Danube – the sturgeons
Despite fishing bans, pressure on the last wild sturgeon populations in Europe is increasing. The lower reaches of the Danube River, on the border between Bulgaria and Romania, are home to the last wild breeding populations in Europe...
On the occasion of Bear's Day (Andreevden), WWF tells the story of the bear Zhivko
Saved from a potential massacre, Zhivko enjoys his new home The WWF rescue team carried out a successful operation to relocate a bear identified as a problem bear. This is the second time in the history of Bulgaria that such an operation has taken place with the aim of...
“Every natural fact is a symbol of some spiritual fact. Every phenomenon in Nature corresponds to some state of mind.” Ralph Waldo Emerson
A school of the future opened its doors in Bankya
This fall, the first "smart" school of its kind in Bulgaria opened its doors in the town of Bankya, combining concern for environmental protection with entirely new teaching methods.
Open your eyes, the animals are disappearing
Along with the climate crisis and habitat loss, wildlife crime is another severe challenge to the environment in which we live and thrive.
WWF launches campaign dedicated to combating wildlife crime
A joint report by WWF and TRAFFIC identifies wildlife crime as “the second most significant threat to biodiversity after habitat loss.”
"3100: Running and Self-Transcendence" introduces us to the superhuman crossing of the boundaries of the physical dimension
The eternal dance of spirit and matter has never ceased to disturb man since time immemorial. The synthesis between the two is at the heart of every religion and philosophy, be it Eastern or Western, ancient or modern.The eternal dance of spirit and matter has never ceased to disturb man since...
"Call for Zoos" - a campaign by the animal protection organization "Four Paws"
A month ago, FOUR PAWS published a detailed report on the conditions in 16 operating zoos in Bulgaria and today a new stage in the development of the initiative begins. The campaign of the Animal Protection Organization FOUR PAWS #CallForZoos is gaining more and more...
Sacred bleeding according to the moon phase – what stage of life are you in?
Believe it or not, stress is one of the most important factors determining not only the results of our training and diet, but also our overall health and quality of life. It is well known that the female cycle (the period from the start of menstrual bleeding to the end of menstruation)...
WWF's Panda Labs and Youth Are Changing the "Future of Food"
80 participants entered the competition for ideas in the second hackathon of the youth innovation program On April 16-18, 2021, the second hackathon of the youth innovation program Panda Labs, organized by WWF Bulgaria, was held. The topic...
An initiative by the Four Paws Foundation and the Sofia Municipality to count stray cats in Sofia has been launched
70% of all reports of animals for castration that Four Paws receives are for cats. This is one of the few reliable sources of information about the scale of the problem with stray cats in Sofia.70% of all reports of animals for castration that Four Paws receives...
Earth Hour united thousands of people in our country in support of nature
This year, Earth Hour united thousands of people in our country around the cause of nature conservation. In the context of the Covid-19 pandemic and in accordance with the introduced health measures, we celebrated the world environment day in the digital space. WWF with a virtual...
Strahil's Tips: 6 Common Mistakes That Prevent You From Losing Weight
With this article we will return more or less to some of the basic principles of healthy and successful weight loss. photo:Huha Inc. / unsplashWith this article we will return more or less to some of the basic principles of healthy and successful weight loss. If you have recently...
What can I do today to improve my life tomorrow?
The quality of our lives depends on the quality of our habits, says writer James Clear. In fact, 80% of our lives are determined by our daily routine.The quality of our lives depends on the quality of our habits, says writer James Clear. In fact, 80% of...
Living Planet Report: We've Lost 68% of Vertebrates in Less Than 50 Years
Humanity has destroyed 68% of the populations of mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles and fish in less than half a century, according to the new report of the environmental organization WWF "Living Planet" 2020. BECOME A VIRTUE ♥WWF warns that overexploitation is undermining...
WWF marks Earth Hour with a themed online spectacle
From Brazil to Nepal and from the island of Madagascar to Europe – the world is preparing to celebrate Earth Hour. Traditionally, every last Saturday in March at exactly 20:30 p.m., millions of people from all continents will turn off the lights in their homes for one hour, becoming part of...
Earth Hour celebrates International Day of Forests
Risks to forests are also risks to the diverse wildlife that inhabits them. Let us not forget that since 1970 we have lost a full 68% of wildlife populations worldwide. Photo: Georgi Gogushev WWF calls for smart forest management in...
Caring for bears and people in focus at Earth Hour 2021
Earth Hour is the largest global initiative dedicated to protecting the planet. This spring it will become a reality for the 14th consecutive year in over 7000 cities in 180 countries. BECOME A VIRTUE ♥This year, WWF dedicates its initiative to the connection between...
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Atanas Skatov on "up" as a philosophy and way of life
Atanas Skatov is undoubtedly one of the awakeners of our time, capable of pulling us out of the sleep of inert everyday life through his bright example. BECOME A VIRTUE ♥ Or why every step up in our personal path is hope for humanity? Atanas Skatov is...
Strahil's Tips: How to Lower Bad Cholesterol – 4 Steps to Success
The topic of cholesterol, and heart health in general, is not the easiest to explain, but one thing is for sure - lowering bad cholesterol is a good thing!
WWF launches a campaign to protect bears in Bulgaria
A portion of the funds raised will be used to establish a Bear Rescue Team for emergencies. The conservation organization WWF (World Wide Fund for Nature) is launching a fundraising campaign dedicated to brown bears in Bulgaria. A study of...
What we don't like in others are our own negative traits
When it comes to human relationships, we very often hear the phrase – “Opposites attract.” When it comes to human relationships, we very often hear the phrase – “Opposites attract.” And also that “Two sharp stones do not grind flour...
Strahil's Tips: Who is a High-Fat Diet Suitable for?
The best way to eat is a well-balanced diet in terms of calories and macronutrients, including a substantial amount of carbohydrates and protein. Photo: Spenser Sembrat BECOME A VIRTUE ♥ In my opinion, the best way to eat is a well-balanced diet in terms of...
The burning of thousands of tons of waste from the Bobov Dol TPP is poisoning the population
Greenpeace Bulgaria and For the Earth have gained access to the letters by which the Ministry of Environment allows the Bobov Dol TPP to burn up to 500,000 tons of waste for "experimental purposes". After a two-year legal battle, the public has access to the secret...
Participate in the sports event for saving nature in the villages around Sofia
On October 3, a running event for nature conservation in the region will be held between the villages of Radulovtsi, Aldomirovtsi, Bratushkovo and Barlozhnitsa. Official design of the event, © SPOT POINT/ Greenpeace Several villages in the Slivnitsa region are threatened by a project for a new coal mine...
Strahil's Tips: Processed vs. Unprocessed Foods – What's the Truth?
Many people don't fully understand the differences between processed and unprocessed foods, and they're not as simple and "black and white" as we'd like them to be. Especially when we're talking about the vague term "processed"... What does that mean? The confusion comes mainly from the fact that...
Strahil's advice: How to teach our children to eat healthy?
Healthy, wholesome eating should be accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Not just for those on a diet, but for anyone who wants to live and feel good. Many of my clients and readers who have chosen to live this way are also parents and...
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Strahil's Tips: Who is a High-Fat Diet Suitable for?
The best way to eat is a well-balanced diet in terms of calories and macronutrients, including a substantial amount of carbohydrates and protein. Photo: Spenser Sembrat BECOME A VIRTUE ♥ In my opinion, the best way to eat is a well-balanced diet in terms of...
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Participate in the sports event for saving nature in the villages around Sofia
On October 3, a running event for nature conservation in the region will be held between the villages of Radulovtsi, Aldomirovtsi, Bratushkovo and Barlozhnitsa. Official design of the event, © SPOT POINT/ Greenpeace Several villages in the Slivnitsa region are threatened by a project for a new coal mine...
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Strahil's advice: How to teach our children to eat healthy?
Healthy, wholesome eating should be accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Not just for those on a diet, but for anyone who wants to live and feel good. Many of my clients and readers who have chosen to live this way are also parents and...
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The burning of thousands of tons of waste from the Bobov Dol TPP is poisoning the population
Greenpeace Bulgaria and For the Earth have gained access to the letters by which the Ministry of Environment allows the Bobov Dol TPP to burn up to 500,000 tons of waste for "experimental purposes". After a two-year legal battle, the public has access to the secret...
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Strahil's Tips: Processed vs. Unprocessed Foods – What's the Truth?
Many people don't fully understand the differences between processed and unprocessed foods, and they're not as simple and "black and white" as we'd like them to be. Especially when we're talking about the vague term "processed"... What does that mean? The confusion comes mainly from the fact that...