Saudi Arabia's NEOM has released a video showcasing current progress on its $500 billion desert megacity as Riyadh hosts an exhibition on The Line.
The deserts of Saudi Arabia are not known for their lush greenery, but recent heavy rainfall has caused a shocking transformation in the landscape. Photos and videos circulating on social media show parts of the desert suddenly covered in grass and plants, particularly in the western regions of the country.…
On January 14th, 2023, the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreational Area (ISDRA) held its 25th annual cleanup event, drawing in hundreds of participants from Imperial County and surrounding areas. The event, which is a tradition that has been ongoing for over two decades, saw individuals coming together to clean up and…
50-year-old man seriously injured in sandboarding accident at Bethells Beach, Auckland. Despite previous injuries and fatalities at the popular sandboarding spot, authorities urge caution for those participating in the extreme sport.
Is Telosa, the $400 billion sustainable desert city proposed by former Walmart CEO Marc Lore, a glimpse into the future or a costly pipe dream? Learn about the potential benefits and pitfalls of this ambitious project.
The Dreams of Sand project uses the thrill of sandboarding to empower underprivileged youth in the Peruvian desert. Led by four-time sandboarding world champion Dito Chavez, the project offers free sports programs to children from poor communities, including sandboarding lessons, physical and mental conditioning, and workshops focused on developing values.
The California desert is bracing for a potential superbloom following recent record-breaking rain. While the colorful display is sure to be breathtaking, experts warn that the crowds drawn to the event could damage fragile ecosystems. Visitors are encouraged to enjoy the blooms responsibly and stay on designated trails.
On Tuesday, Circus and adult entertainment company Spiegelworld announced they purchased Nipton, California, a semi-abandoned town which they plan to revive as an artist residency and their base of operations. The desert town has however already undergone a series of peculiar transformations in recent years. The Circus Came to Town…
Construction has begun on the world's largest desert renewable energy project in Inner Mongolia, China. The project, being developed by China Three Gorges Corporation and Inner Mongolia Energy Group, has an estimated cost of $11bn. The project will include wind, solar, and energy storage and is expected to become the largest renewable energy project of its kind currently underway globally. The current construction phase includes 1GW of solar capacity equipped with energy storage.
More showers are expected in Arizona desert cities due to winter storm, meteorologists warn. Earlier this week, Phoenix residents experienced heavy rain that changed to intermittent light showers by the middle of the day. According to the National Weather Service, Arizona can expect scattered rain and snow across the state…
