Science AFP Ahead of COP30, climate skeptics misuse study on Amazon forests

Climate skeptics are targeting new research on the Amazon to downplay global warming's impact on rainforests as Brazil prepares to host the annual United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belém in November 2025, but experts -- including...

Earthquake Today: Magnitude 5.6 quake strikes near coast of Ecuador

A magnitude 5.6 earthquake has struck near the coast of the Ecuador region, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC). The quake was at a depth of 35 km (22 miles), EMSC said. Earlier, EMSC had put the magnitude at 6.2,...

Quito airport recognised for pioneering biodiversity integration while maintaining safe and efficient air operations

Mariscal Sucre International Airport has transformed part of its land into a wildlife sanctuary, demonstrating how biodiversity and aviation can coexist safely and sustainably. Quito’s Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) has been awarded...

Scientists Found a 112-Million-Year-Old Time Capsule With Life From a Lost World

Here’s what you’ll learn when you read this story: Scientists have uncovered the first paleontologically substantial amber deposit ever discovered in South America. The deposit contains pieces of plant and animal material, or bio-inclusions, which...

Researchers warn of widespread RDP attacks by 100K-node botnet

Researchers warn of widespread RDP attacks by 100K-node botnet A botnet of 100K+ IPs from multiple countries is attacking U.S. RDP services in a campaign active since October 8. GreyNoise researchers uncovered a large-scale botnet that is...

Researchers warn of 100K-node botnet exploiting Remote Desktop vulnerabilities

A multi-country botnet using over 100,000 IP addresses began targeting Remote Desktop Protocol services in the United States on October 8. Researchers at threat monitoring platform GreyNoise are tracking this large-scale campaign, which they...

Ecuador’s Military Fights Infiltration from Within

The Ecuadorian Navy inaugurated its Credibility and Trust Center to strengthen the fight against corruption and enhance transparency. The initiative was developed with U.S. support, which included equipment donations, and training for a special...

Researchers Warn RondoDox Botnet is Weaponizing Over 50 Flaws Across 30+ Vendors

Malware campaigns distributing the RondoDox botnet have expanded their targeting focus to exploit more than 50 vulnerabilities across over 30 vendors. The activity, described as akin to an "exploit shotgun" approach, has singled out a wide range...

Ecuador: Young people undertake mission to reach Indigenous communities

Idente missionaries have been walking alongside students and families in Andean and Amazonian villages for over 21 years, an experience that began as a response to the wounds of local communities and that has become an opportunity for encounter,...

Scientists left stunned after discovering 112-million-year-old ‘time capsule’ packed with ancient insects

Scientists have been left stunned after discovering insects that roamed the Earth more than 112 million years ago trapped in a natural "time capsule" in South America. More than 20 species of insects, including flies and wasps, from the Early...

Ecuador, US Strengthen Alliance Against Organized Crime

Ecuador has intensified its fight against transnational criminal organizations, strengthening its strategic alliance with the United States to combat violence and secure the country. This partnership is based on a mutual commitment to regional...

Scientists Unearth a 112-million-year-old Time Capsule Filled with Ancient Insects

Scientists have uncovered the first South American amber deposits containing preserved insects in a quarry in Ecuador, according to a study published in Communications Earth & Environment. The discovery captures a vivid picture of a...

How a Declaration of Ancestral Wisdom Is Changing Law, Science and Our Understanding of the World

When José Gualinga took the stage in a packed New York University law school auditorium in September, he admitted to feeling emotional. His audience had just watched the premiere of the documentary “Allpa Ukundi, Ñukanchi Pura” (Underground,...

Quito Metro pursues extension funding options

Development bank considers financing 5km northern extension of Line 1. AN official mission from the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF) visited Quito last month to review the proposed northern extension of Quito Metro’s Line...

New Report from IFT’s Feeding Tomorrow Fund Examines the State of Food Science Education

This year’s report includes responses from 919 students across 42 institutions in 15 countries, including Canada, China, Ecuador, Honduras, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, Pakistan, South Africa, Thailand, United Arab Emirates and Vietnam.

Gen Z turn to old-school tech to unplug

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing Gen Z turn to old-school tech to unplug 00:59 UP NEXT Cases of toxic fumes in plane cabins growing 01:20 Snapple brings back iconic glass bottles...

Bridge explosions follow deadly car bomb in Ecuador

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Ecuador and Yasuní oil: A challenge for democracy and the integrity of the Amazon

By Kevin Koenig Two years ago, Ecuador surprised the world with a historic referendum: more than 58% of the population voted to keep nearly one billion barrels of crude oil underground in Yasuní National Park – one of the most biodiverse places on...

Million-Year-Old Insects Trapped in Amber Discovered in Ecuador

A fly preserved in early Albian amber from Ecuador. Credit: Xavier Delclòs / CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 Researchers in Ecuador have described a trove of Cretaceous insects preserved in amber, offering a rare window into a million-year-old forest near the...

Ecuador and oil: a challenge for democracy and the Amazon

EL PAÍS offers the América Futura section for free for its daily and global coverage of sustainable development. If you’d like to support our journalism, subscribe here. Two years ago, Ecuador surprised the world with a historic referendum: more...