Earth Day: Pope Francis urges responsibility for our common home

Vatican News— By Lisa Zengarini As the world marked Earth Day on Monday, April 22, Pope Francis reiterated his urgent plea for bold action for our common home and for world peace. The international Day was established in 1970 to raise awareness about the critical environmental challenges facing our planet, and to mobilize efforts to address them. The observance provides an opportunity for individuals, communities, organizations, and governments to come together and engage in activities to repair and heal...

The Oklahoman—Earth Day 2024: Why was Earth Day created, and how to celebrate it this year. For more than 50 years, Americans have united on one day in April to recognize the need to protect the environment and demand accountability...

Hindustan Times—World Earth Day 2024: When is Earth Day? Date, theme, history, significance, activities to do, why do we celebrate it. Earth Day 2024: Earth Day is an annual event observed across the globe to demonstrate support for environmental protection. Earth Day reminds citizens of the world of the importance of environment conservation and sustainability, encouraging us to come together and take action for a healthier planet and brighter future. The day raises awareness and inspires change, fostering a deep connection with nature.(Also Read | Uttarakhand's Manaskhand Corridor Yatra to begin from April 22 to popularise...

WMUR—On this Earth Day, see key facts about our home planet. Here are some fun facts about Earth as we celebrate this planet we live on for Earth Day. The Earth's diameter at the equator is 7,926 miles...