Madagascar is a land of wonders. Most species living on this, the World’s fourth largest island, are found nowhere else. While it is right off the east coast of southern Africa, the wildlife is very different than anything found in continental Africa. So it is concerning to see the number of intentionally set fires that […]
Plastic Ban in Maharashtra, India
A new plastic ban is in effect in Pune, Maharashtra, located in western India. I visited in July, shortly after the new ban went into effect. I noted that my to-go orders came with paper bags, instead of plastic bags and utensils. Even my favorite gift shops in the Thulshi Bawg section of Pune offered […]