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Quebec Town Recognizes Trees as Sentient Beings with Rights
WorldThe Independentnational-postndtv1mo ago3 sources

Quebec Town Recognizes Trees as Sentient Beings with Rights

A small town in Quebec, Canada, has officially recognized trees as sentient living beings with their own rights. This groundbreaking decision highlights the town's commitment to environmental protection and acknowledges trees as vital allies.

Canadian Wildfire Smoke Blankets US, Affecting Air Quality and Sports
EnvironmentBBCbloombergNYT+41FTle-mondewapoThe GuardianNPRAl JazeeraFox Newsnrk+33 more1mo ago44 sources

Canadian Wildfire Smoke Blankets US, Affecting Air Quality and Sports

Smoke from Canadian wildfires has spread across the northwestern, midwestern, and eastern United States, causing hazardous air quality alerts for millions. The widespread smoke also impacted outdoor activities, including a Spanish national football team practice ahead of the World Cup.

Canadian Town Recognizes Trees as Living Beings with Rights
PoliticsTimes of Indiairish-independent1mo ago2 sources

Canadian Town Recognizes Trees as Living Beings with Rights

A Canadian town has officially recognized trees as living beings with rights, establishing them as a form of 'green infrastructure.' This groundbreaking decision grants legal personhood to trees within the community.