Qatar teen sets out to protect ‘magical’ mangroves
Next month, 17-year-old Lina Al-Tarawneh will launch Green Mangroves, a not-for-profit organization that leads tours of the country's mangroves, as well as cleaning them up along the way.
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VIDEO: Hundreds turn out to clean up Qatar’s trash-strewn mangroves
Despite the 40C heat, more than 400 people turned up early Friday morning to clean up one of Qatar's few lush areas. Here's how they did it.
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Volunteers needed for Al Thakira mangroves clean-up
The event is on May 30 and all are invited to participate. The clean-up is being organized in response to growing concerns about the trash accumulating onsite.
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VIDEO: The beauty of Qatar’s mangroves, and the trash ruining it
The video's producer said he hopes those who watch it will be motivated to dispose of their litter responsibly and treat the area with respect.
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New port threatens Wakra mangroves, says UN environment specialist
UNESCO Ecological Sciences Adviser for the Arab Region Benno Boer says mangroves just south of Wakra are in “grave danger” due to the construction of a new port in the area.
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