Showdown in the Galapagos

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Fishermen are protesting the decision of the Ecuadorian government to bar them from further harvesting sea cucumbers in the Galapagos Islands. The administration's move is aimed at appeasing tour operators and scientists who are afraid that the influx of fishermen will threaten the reptiles on the islands.

Environmental aspects, Ecuador, Environmental policy, Galapagos Islands, Reptiles, Holothurians, Sea cucumbers

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The last voyage of the Hiddensee; a relic of the Cold War still has its secrets to share

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The Hiddensee is a Soviet-made missile corvette designed to attack enemy warships at close range. The vessel has a powerful radar and a stealthy design which makes it hard to detect or jam by enemy aircraft.

Design and construction, Guided missile ships

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