5 people are trapped in a cave in Slovenia after heavy rainfall raises water levels

5 people are trapped in a cave in Slovenia after heavy rainfall raises water levels

LJUBLJANA, Slovenia (AP) — Five people are trapped in a cave in southwestern Slovenia, unable to leave because of high water levels caused by heavy rainfall, authorities said Sunday. The group — a Slovenian family group of three adults and two guides — have been stuck in the Krizna Jama cave since Saturday when water … Read more

Iceland: ‘Like film 2012’: Earthquakes rip Iceland roads amid expected volcanic eruption

Iceland: ‘Like film 2012’: Earthquakes rip Iceland roads amid expected volcanic eruption

NEW DELHI: Concern has gripped Iceland amid a significant spike in the number of earthquakes over the past few days, as several roads were ripped apart like a sheet of paper, making it appear like a “scene from movie 2012”.Icelanders have been urged to seek safety as the Reykjanes peninsula experienced a series of earthquakes, … Read more

The evolution of natural cosmetics: Q&A with NATRUE

The evolution of natural cosmetics: Q&A with NATRUE

Ahead of NATRUE’s annual International Day of Natural Cosmetics on 23rd November, CosmeticsDesign-Europe​ spoke to Dr Mark Smith, the Director General at the international non-profit for natural and organic cosmetics.  CDE: What are the main issues currently facing the natural cosmetics industry? ​ Dr Mark Smith (MS):​ The natural cosmetics sector faces several key challenges, which … Read more

Regenerative Business: 21 Things to Know Now

Regenerative Business: 21 Things to Know Now

“The urgency to go beyond sustainability arises from the understanding that simply maintaining the status quo is insufficient to safeguard the future. Sustainability focuses on conserving resources and reducing negative impacts, but regenerative business takes it further.” —Gretchen Moon, Planteneers “With the mounting pressure of climate fluctuations, biodiversity loss, and social inequality, the need for businesses … Read more