The Last Straw

COMM-UNITY by The Last Straw; where people and businesses connect in the time of Covid-19. The Last Straw is an online portal on all things sustainable.

[The Last Straw @thelaststraw_]

The Malaysian youth are so powerful! Our very own Maryam Muzamir is making waves in livestock sustainability. At only 11 years old, at that!

[The Late Late Show with James Corden @latelateshow]

11-year-old Maryam Muzamir found a use for seafood shells by creating a sustainable livestock feed. Go, Maryam, go! #ClimateNight

[IUCN @IUCN]

Coral reefs support more than 500 million people worldwide, but they are among the most threatened ecosystems on Earth https://t.co/4YHu8qRJUq #climatechange

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Look at those beauties 🌱

[SEATRU.UMT @SeatruUMT]

Penampakan Penyu Belimbing di perairan Pulau Redang !

Mungkinkah petanda baik untuk Malaysia?

Tahukah anda, kali terakhir Si Belimbing bertelur di negara ini adalah pada tahun 2017, dimana kesemua telurnya daripada 2 sarang berbeza tidak menetas.

[BFM News @NewsBFM]

2. According to an EIA report, the project will "significantly, permanently, and irreversibly impact" wildlife habitats, as the site will affect the Central Forest Spine.

The area is a known habitat for the Asian Tapir, Asian Elephant, Malayan Sun Bear, and the Malayan Tiger.

[BFM News @NewsBFM]

1. Malaysiakini reports that Golden Prosperous Resources, a company appointed by a Pahang royal family member, has applied to conduct iron ore excavation at a degazetted forest reserve in Kuala Tembeling.

The project site is in the Som Forest Reserve, home to protected wildlife.

[The Last Straw @thelaststraw_]

A clean ocean is the key to a sustainable future. On #WorldOceansDay2021, we are reminding you of the major role oceans have in our everyday life & livelihoods & their positive role in climate change & biodiversity conservation. Tell us how you are striving to #SaveOurOcean!

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Such a rare sight of a black panther in broad daylight! These animals are usually very elusive and hard to spot (pun intended) but due to habitat loss, are being pushed out.

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Yesterday was #WorldTurtleDay and we are still shell-ebrating! Marine turtles play a vital role in maintaining a balanced ecoystem. To ensure their continued survival, our communities must take care of their natural habitats by keeping beaches clean and preventing poaching.

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To commemorate #EndangeredSpeciesDay we hope to shed light on the local wildlife that we must protect! We must take transformative actions within our communities to ensure their survival. It is our responsibility to restore our environment and protect #ASEANBiodiversity. 🌱🐅

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Due to the #blackleopard's dark coat, it is a challenge to identify individual animals, which makes it difficult to estimate their true population size. 🐆

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Happy #LeopardDay to Malaysia’s rare and elusive black leopard! Wildlife photographers had to invent a new system of using infrared flash during the day time in order to photograph them. 🐆

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Just posted a photo https://t.co/zxrVRUQJqg

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Yesterday was #EarthDay2021, but our efforts towards conserving the planet and should be evergreen. 🌏 Read more about how we can push to centre the environment in all decision-making here:

https://t.co/OntuajADvn

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On the 51st anniversary of #EarthDay2021, we are reflecting on our planet and the role we play in its wellbeing. With this year’s theme, #RestoreOurEarth, it is time we all take the leap to lead greener lives which will not only repair, but revive the world’s ecosystems.

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Join the @my_British for this highly anticipated forum which aims to contextualise and focus on climate change and cultural rights specifically from the perspective of youths. RSVP with the link below:

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Join us on 4 February for the A.R.C Challenge Malaysia Forum 1: Youth, Climate Change & Cultural Rights! A diverse panel of Malaysian and UK youth leaders will explore the fears and aspirations on climate change issues, and its impact on cultural rights. https://t.co/Y7mxRi2yXW

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Show your support for Autism with the Embrace Autism exhibition happening till 23 August. #CommUnity #KitaJagaKita https://t.co/U9Cn6E2AfX

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Yes! Elephants maintain ecosystems by physically changing their habitat while positively impacting the environment. This #WorldElephantDay learn more about these fantastic creatures, the threats they are facing and how we can help ensure that they continue to thrive.

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Rainforests cover around 2% the total surface area of Earth but 50% of terrestrial organisms call them home. Yet, 81k ha of rainforest are burned around the world every day. This #WorldRainforestDay, learn the importance of our rainforests and how we can help conserve them.

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If you missed out #CommUnityLIVESessions last week with Nigel's Joys (Nigel Skelchy), check out the link to watch the video and for the complete recipes featured. https://t.co/64JNLh51hh #SocialConnecting #CommUnitybyTLS #KitaJagaKita

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This year will be a different kind of celebration, we will cherish how we are brought closer even though we may be far apart. Selamat Hari Raya from your COMM-UNITY. #SocialConnecting #CommUnitybyTLS #KitaJagaKita