Between science, adventure, and big money, the search for meteorites is growing worldwide, driven by collectors, multimillion-dollar auctions, and debates over scientific heritage and legality.
João is an Amazonian journalist with a degree in Social Communication from the Federal University of Pará (UFPA) and a master's degree in Communication Sciences from the New University of Lisbon (UNL). He specializes in topics related to the environment, sustainability, science, and technology. João has contributed to the communications teams at the Emílio Goeldi Museum of Pará (MPEG), the Mamirauá Sustainable Development Institute (IDSM), and the Sustainable Amazon Foundation (FAS).
In recognition of his work, he was awarded the Paraense Journalism and Human Rights Award in 2016 in the "Print Journalism" category, an honor presented by the Brazilian Bar Association (OAB) and the Pará Journalists' Union.
News by João Cunha
During COP30 in Belém, the government announced four official approvals, ten declaratory decrees, and six identification reports, reinforcing the demarcation of indigenous territories as an essential strategy against the climate crisis.
At the start of COP30 in Belém, Director Ana Toni announced a record number of NDCs submitted and highlighted the progress made in negotiations on adaptation, technology and a just transition in the fight against climate change.
Scientists have recorded for the first time a tectonic plate breaking apart beneath the ocean off the coast of Canada, revealing how subduction zones fragment.
Rich in fiber, vitamins, and a compound that stimulates neuronal growth, yam is earning a place as a powerful ally for cognitive, digestive, and hormonal health in everyday life.
An innovative project in Pará, Brazil, transforms açaí waste into sustainable products, such as utensils, charcoal, asphalt, and green fuels, promoting the circular economy and social inclusion in the Amazon.
A 360-degree image from Perseverance reveals Mars in unprecedented detail, showing a surprisingly blue sky, intriguing rock formations, and valuable clues about the red planet's geological history.
Four cubs have been born at a zoo in the Czech Republic, rekindling hopes for their future reintroduction into their original habitat in the Atlas Mountains of North Africa.
Discovered in 2010, the Hamza underground river runs under the Amazon Basin for about six thousand kilometres, revealing an impressive water system hidden kilometres below the surface.
The discovery of colliding galaxies that form a shape resembling the face of an owl reveals a rare cosmic event and provides clues to the evolution of galactic structures.
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Learn how to grow aloe vera at home with practical tips on planting, care, and harvesting, and discover how to maximize the therapeutic and cosmetic benefits of this versatile plant.
Research by the U.S. space agency confirms the purifying power of the Pothos plant, a common household plant and an ally in the fight against harmful pollutants.
Using drones and artificial intelligence, an Embrapa (The Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation) project maps Brazil nut trees and other species in the Amazon, reducing costs, facilitating collection, and strengthening sustainable extraction in the region.
An emblematic bird of Amazonian biodiversity, the japiim draws attention for its physical characteristics, for being an "artisan at heart," and also for its ability to imitate the sounds of other animals.
An expedition followed the monitoring and protection efforts for the Kawahiva people of Rio Pardo, who face threats from deforestation and illegal mining.
The tomb of Thutmose II was discovered after 12 years of archaeological excavations in Luxor, a historic city in Egypt.
An old vessel was submerged in one of the canals of Belém do Pará and was discovered amid preparations for the 30th UN Climate Conference.
Located in a winery in Santana do Livramento, the cave holds traces of fauna that lived thousands of years ago in southern Brazil.
Gold mining is responsible for a 50% reduction in carbon stocks in four Brazilian biomes; mercury concentration increases by 70%.
Despite having banned its use in national territory, Great Britain exports the pesticide diquat to other countries. Cases of poisoning have been reported by farm workers.