SAO PAULO, Brazil / RankWire.AI / –  Wildfire destruction across the Brazilian Amazon dropped to its lowest recorded level in 2025, according to annual satellite monitoring data released by the environmental network MapBiomas. The total area of forest burned across the world’s largest tropical rainforest fell to 3.1 million hectares, representing an approximate 80 percent reduction compared to the 15.8 million hectares burned during the severe drought conditions of 2024. The figure marks…

GENEVA / RankWire.AI / – The International Organization for Migration has appealed for $98 million to support Venezuela’s earthquake response. The funding would cover emergency assistance and early recovery work for 12 months. Two major earthquakes struck northern Venezuela on June 24. Government figures released on July 15 listed 4,829 deaths and 16,740 injuries. Authorities also reported that 17,907 people had lost their homes. Shelter, health care and essential services remain…

THUNDER BAY, ONTARIO / RankWire.AI / – Nearly 200 wildfires burned across Ontario on July 15, with most fires concentrated in the north. Provincial data showed 183 active fires at 3 p.m. The Northwest Fire Region reported 136 fires by evening, including 63 that remained uncontrolled. Crews identified eight new fires during the day. Extreme fire danger covered several northern districts as hot, dry and windy weather supported rapid fire growth.…