Prominent primatologist Dame Jane Goodall on Thursday called for action to protect the planet in an interview with BBC Radio 4 but said activist groups blockading cities and motorways will not help the environment.
Dr Goodall, 88, said the devastating effects of climate change could lead to mass extinction.
“I'm still travelling frantically around the world because if everybody loses hope they will do nothing because they feel helpless,” she said, warning that time is running out to put things right before the planet heats up irrevocably.
She urged people to take action by reducing their reliance on fossil fuels, investing in renewable energy and changing their diet to eat less meat and more plant-based foods.
The renowned conservationist also stressed the importance of protecting endangered species such as chimpanzees.
Dr Goodall has inspired millions of people to take action to protect the planet.
Her passion for saving animals and the environment has even led to the creation of a new TV series for children, Jane's Animal Adventures, which encourages children to join the Roots and Shoots programme.
The project is aimed at empowering children to pioneer change in their communities.
“I think it's going to be a huge hit with children,” Dr Goodall said of Roots and Shoots
“I think children absolutely love that kind of mixture of reality with these, you know, wild journeys through space and animals coming to life."
She encouraged children to take action in their own neighbourhoods to make a difference, highlighting the success story of saving the black robin from extinction in New Zealand.
In response to a question about direct action protests, Dr Goodall argued that activists should not block roads and disrupt people's everyday lives.
“I'd like to see more direct action but not the kind that … blocking traffic for miles and miles along the high road of ordinary people trying to get home to cook supper or be with their children. That is counterproductive, I think,” she said.
She believes everyone can make a difference and the focus should be on positive action to inspire others and raise money to help endangered species.
Despite being nearly 90, Dr Goodall still spends 300 days a year travelling the world, inspiring others to address environmental issues.
The National photo project
Chris Whiteoak, a photographer at The National, spent months taking some of Jacqui Allan's props around the UAE, positioning them perfectly in front of some of the country's most recognisable landmarks. He placed a pirate on Kite Beach, in front of the Burj Al Arab, the Cheshire Cat from Alice in Wonderland at the Burj Khalifa, and brought one of Allan's snails (Freddie, which represents her grandfather) to the Dubai Frame. In Abu Dhabi, a dinosaur went to Al Ain's Jebel Hafeet. And a flamingo was taken all the way to the Hatta Mountains. This special project suitably brings to life the quirky nature of Allan's prop shop (and Allan herself!).
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Series result
1st ODI Zimbabwe won by 6 wickets
2nd ODI Sri Lanka won by 7 wickets
3rd ODI Sri Lanka won by 8 wickets
4th ODI Zimbabwe won by 4 wickets
5th ODI Zimbabwe won by 3 wickets
Day 1, Dubai Test: At a glance
Moment of the day Sadeera Samarawickrama set pulses racing with his strokeplay on his introduction to Test cricket. It reached a feverish peak when he stepped down the wicket and launched Yasir Shah, who many regard as the world’s leading spinner, back over his head for six. No matter that he was out soon after: it felt as though the future had arrived.
Stat of the day - 5 The last time Sri Lanka played a Test in Dubai – they won here in 2013 – they had four players in their XI who were known as wicketkeepers. This time they have gone one better. Each of Dinesh Chandimal, Kaushal Silva, Samarawickrama, Kusal Mendis, and Niroshan Dickwella – the nominated gloveman here – can keep wicket.
The verdict Sri Lanka want to make history by becoming the first team to beat Pakistan in a full Test series in the UAE. They could not have made a better start, first by winning the toss, then by scoring freely on an easy-paced pitch. The fact Yasir Shah found some turn on Day 1, too, will have interested their own spin bowlers.
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Muslim Council of Elders condemns terrorism on religious sites
The Muslim Council of Elders has strongly condemned the criminal attacks on religious sites in Britain.
It firmly rejected “acts of terrorism, which constitute a flagrant violation of the sanctity of houses of worship”.
“Attacking places of worship is a form of terrorism and extremism that threatens peace and stability within societies,” it said.
The council also warned against the rise of hate speech, racism, extremism and Islamophobia. It urged the international community to join efforts to promote tolerance and peaceful coexistence.
