'Their story is our story': Pigeons and humans, 3,500 years together

Tired Earth

12 Jul 2026

The common pigeon—or rock dove—originally came from the Mediterranean region. Genomic analysis has shown that today's city-dwellers are closely related to wild doves from the Middle East.

Grand Ayatollah Sistani Issues Fatwa: Dumping Waste in Rivers Is Religiously Forbidden

Tired Earth

12 Jul 2026

A top Islamic cleric declares polluting waterways a sin, warning offenders face both religious and legal liability for public harm.

Tehran's Funeral for Supreme Leader: A Masterclass in Waste Management

Tired Earth

08 Jul 2026

As millions gathered to bid farewell to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on July 6, 2026, the Iranian capital faced a monumental logistical challenge that became a showcase for urban waste management.

Oil on the Pitch: Activists, Doctors, and Players Unite Against Aramco's World Cup Sponsorship

Tired Earth

05 Jul 2026

As record heat scorches host cities across North America, a coalition of environmental groups, health experts, and professional footballers is demanding FIFA sever ties with Saudi Arabia's state-owned oil giant — the tournament's exclusive energy partner and the world's largest corporate carbon emitter.