Belarus Faces Rising Forest Fires Despite Expanding Forest Coverage
Belarus is grappling with an alarming rise in forest fires, with last year’s fire incidents recorded at twice the level of the year prior. This increase comes despite the country’s successful expansion of its forested area to nearly 10 million hectares, covering more than 40% of its territory. Forests in Belarus are vital not only as a natural resource but also as a complex ecosystem that supports climate regulation by absorbing carbon, protecting soil, and maintaining water quality. The surge in forest fires threatens these environmental benefits and risks undermining Belarus’ efforts to combat climate change. Given the global importance... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Mar 2026 10:51
Madagascar President announces lie detector tests for ministerial candidates to combat corruption
In a bold move aimed at reforming Madagascar’s political landscape, President Michael Randrianirina has announced that all candidates for ministerial positions in his new government will undergo lie detector tests. This announcement, made on a recent Thursday, reflects the President's commitment to rooting out corruption within the nation's governance structure, which has long plagued the country. President Randrianirina, who came to power following a coup that ousted former President Andry Rajoelina, stated that the tests would help identify candidates who are "more than 60 percent clean," emphasizing that while perfection may be unattainable, a substantial commitment to integrity is essential.... [Continue Reading]
