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The once-popular trend of living and working in a camper van is now declining amid negative media attention, stricter parking regulations and the widespread return to in-person work.
Read MoreWhat Autumn Tastes Like Across the World
From mooncakes in China to roasted chestnuts in Spain, autumn’s arrival sparks a global feast of flavors, cultural traditions and celebrations.
Read MoreGen Z Protests: Social Media and Pop Culture in the Fight for Reform
Spreading across Asia, Africa and Europe, youth-led protests have quickly risen over recent months through the use of social media and pop culture symbols, rattling governments in a passionate call for change.
Read MoreWhy a Russia-India-China Alliance May Not Be Sustainable
While recent meetings show warmth and unity among the countries’ leaders, the possibility of a sustained alliance seems complex and difficult.
Read MoreThe Efficacy of International Courts: What Do They Do?
The International Criminal Court and wartime tribunals are large figureheads for global justice, offering questionable accountability.
Read More6 Bountiful Harvest Festivals Around the World
From enjoying mooncakes in China to throwing marjoram in Iran, cultures worldwide commemorate abundant harvests through traditional customs, family gatherings and celebrating nature.
Read MoreHow Travelers Can Cut Down on Waste
To help protect the environment and local communities, travelers can make small changes to reduce the waste that tourism leaves behind.
Read MoreThe Global Story of Braids and Identity
Across continents and centuries, braids have been more than hairstyles; they’ve served as symbols of identity, resistance, status and survival, carrying the stories of entire cultures within them.
Read MoreMisinformation Is a Global Threat to Elections
Facts and information behind modern elections face an escalating threat in the digital age.
Read More7 Sustainable Clothing Brands for the Ethical Shopper
Meet the brands proving that looking good and doing good can go hand in hand.
Read More6 Matriarchal Societies Around the World
In stark contrast to male-dominated structures that found the majority of the world’s civilizations, several matriarchies continue to thrive, with women, rather than men, at the head of society.
Read MoreThe Politicization of Water
Global water crises are often worsened and perpetuated by strategic political maneuvers.
Read MoreAre Fireflies Really Disappearing?
Some reports warn that we may be the last generation to see fireflies, but what do we really know about their decline?
Read MoreHow Countries Around the World Are Regulating AI
Artificial Intelligence is quickly becoming a vital part of everyday life, from social media to healthcare services, compelling governments worldwide to introduce regulations in the face of potentially harmful developments.
Read MoreUSAID Shut Down Risks Millions of Lives
14 million lives could be lost by 2030, according to a study by The Lancet, as a result of defunding USAID.
Read MoreShamans: The Natural Healers of the World
Shamanism, a spiritual and natural healing method, doesn’t have one singular origin, but rather a translation of existence across communities, shaping their health traditions and culture.
Read MoreHow AI Can Help Clean Up Plastic in the Oceans
As the amount of plastic entering our oceans soars, environmentalists turn to artificial intelligence as a way to identify debris, track waste dispersal and bolster community efforts in the fight against pollution.
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