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Biodiversity news — September 19, 2026

Publications tagged with Biodiversity published on September 19, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

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  1. WorldMiddle EastEarthBiodiversity

    Venezuela's Biodiversity Threatened by Mining

    Venezuela, home to 9% of the world's biodiversity, faces a severe environmental crisis due to uncontrolled mining. Despite its rich natural resources, including unique tepuis, Amazonian forests, and diverse ecosystems, the country struggles with environmental degradation caused by oil extraction and mining expansion. Experts propose sustainable tourism and improved environmental planning to protect its biodiversity.
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  2. WorldAsiaPublic HealthBiodiversity

    Japan Considers Higher Nursing Care Premiums for Wealthy Seniors

    Japan's welfare ministry is reviewing a plan to increase nursing care insurance premiums for high-income seniors aged 65 and above starting from fiscal 2027. The proposal aims to address the burden on low-income earners who face higher premiums due to pension payment increases. The ministry suggests raising the highest rate for those earning 7.2 million yen or more annually and dividing lower-income brackets into smaller categories.
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