Rivers have served as lifelines for civilizations throughout history, shaping landscapes and cultures across continents. These mighty waterways continue to fascinate researchers and explorers today, ...

Rivers are essential for life, providing water, food, and transportation. They also shape landscapes and support ecosystems worldwide. Contents1. Nile River — About 6,650 km2. Amazon River System — ...

Editor’s note: This story was originally published by Yale e360. It appears here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. China has announced plans to build the world’s largest hydroelectric project ...

In Peru’s Datem del Marañón province, local communities are combining ancestral knowledge with scientific expertise to protect the peatlands that thrive in this part of the Amazon. Peatlands cover ...