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The Flash Flood in Nepal Was Not a Freak Occurrence

September 1, 2026

Climate science suggests the flooding was affected by rising temperatures in the Himalayas, a trend that could lead to similar disasters across mountain ranges worldwide.  

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In Nepal, News and Social Action, Environment and Sustainability, Asia Tags Nepal, News & Social Action, Climate Change, Asia

Floating Schools Are Transforming Bangladesh’s Monsoon Seasons

August 30, 2026

In the Chalan Beel region of Bangladesh, monsoon storms have pushed students out of traditional classrooms and onto floating schools.  

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In Education and Empowerment, Get Involved, News and Social Action, Bangladesh Tags Bangladesh, News & Social Action, Education, Get Involved

Beyond the Beach: How Mexico Is Fighting a Seaweed Crisis

August 30, 2026

Mexico is turning its growing sargassum seaweed problem into clean fuel as it piles up along its eastern coastline.

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In News and Social Action, Mexico, Get Involved, Environment and Sustainability Tags News & Social Action, Mexico, Environment, Get Involved

How the Camel Shows Us That the Climate Is Outpacing Evolution

August 30, 2026

As temperatures rise and climate variability increases, even the camel is struggling to survive across the Horn of Africa.

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In Africa, Environment and Sustainability, Get Involved, News and Social Action Tags News & Social Action, Africa, Climate Change, Get Involved

South Asia Pays the Price for Fast Fashion

August 30, 2026

As fast-fashion giants capitalize on trending styles influenced by South Asian culture, communities like Panipat, India, bear the environmental and social costs. 

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In News and Social Action, Get Involved, Environment and Sustainability, Asia Tags News & Social Action, Asia, Sustainability, Get Involved

The Shrine Keeping Japan's Wartime Past in the Present

August 26, 2026

Yasukuni Shrine remains a controversial, painful reminder of Japan’s wartime history for East Asian countries.

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In News and Social Action, Japan, Asia, Global Politics Tags News & Social Action, Japan, Asia, International Affairs

From TikTok to the Border: How Social Media Is Driving Migration from Morocco

August 20, 2026

Social media is amplifying migration from Morocco by turning economic frustration and misinformation into pressure at Spain’s border.

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In News and Social Action, Global Politics, Morocco, Spain, Get Involved Tags News & Social Action, International Affairs, Morocco, Spain, Get Involved

The Muslim and Communist Conflicts in the South Philippines

August 20, 2026

Explaining the decades-long issues that surround Mindanao Island.

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In News and Social Action, Get Involved, Global Politics, Philippines Tags News & Social Action, War and Conflict, Phillipines, Get Involved

The Puerto Rican Water Crisis: It’s About to Get Worse

August 20, 2026

Puerto Rico is officially in another water crisis, and recently proposed luxury resort development plans threaten the already fragile water ecosystem.


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In News and Social Action, Puerto Rico, Environment and Sustainability, Get Involved Tags News & Social Action, Puerto Rico, Water, Get Involved

The Taliban’s 5-Year Report Card

August 19, 2026

Five years into Taliban rule, Afghanistan has relative stability and grave human rights violations.

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In News and Social Action, Human Rights, Afghanistan Tags News & Social Action, Afghanistan, Human Rights

Deforestation in Borneo, Devastation for Orangutans

August 17, 2026

With growing demand for palm oil, Borneo’s forests and orangutans’ habitats are being decimated.

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In News and Social Action, Get Involved, Environment and Sustainability, Malaysia Tags News & Social Action, Environment, malaysia, Get Involved

Australia’s Elders Fight to Save Vanishing Languages

August 17, 2026

Forty percent of the world’s languages are at risk, and many Indigenous languages in Australia’s Northern Territory face severe threats.

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In News and Social Action, Human Rights, Get Involved, Australia Tags News & Social Action, Australia, Indigenous Peoples

Why Gen Z Is Protesting Around the World in 2026

August 17, 2026

In 2026, many global youth protests have gained traction on social media, but what exactly are Gen Z’s demands?

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In News and Social Action, Education and Empowerment Tags News & Social Action, Children and Youth

The Growing Gender Divide Among Asia's Gen Z

August 17, 2026

Across multiple Asian countries, young men and women are increasingly diverging in their views on gender roles, equality and relationships.

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In News and Social Action, Education and Empowerment, Asia Tags News & Social Action, Asia, Women and Girls

Protecting the Migrant Worker: Human Trafficking in Palau

August 15, 2026

A beautiful place to snorkel and scuba dive, Palau also faces human trafficking concerns. 

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In News and Social Action, Human Rights, Oceania, Get Involved Tags News & Social Action, Human Rights, Oceania, Get Involved

The Great Green Wall: Africa’s Sustainable Wonder

August 15, 2026

Designed to combat desertification, the Great Green Wall is transforming landscapes and livelihoods across Africa.

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In News and Social Action, Get Involved, Africa, Environment and Sustainability Tags News & Social Action, Get Involved, Africa, Environment

The Battle Over AI on Tribal Lands

August 14, 2026

Tech companies targeting tribal nations to bypass regulations and speed up data center construction have been met with opposition from tribal leaders.

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In News and Social Action, Get Involved, Human Rights, USA, North America Tags News & Social Action, Get Involved, Indigenous Peoples, USA, North America

There’s a Fuel Crisis in Cuba: Here’s What to Know

August 14, 2026

A severe fuel shortage is leaving millions of Cubans without reliable electricity, transportation and essential services.

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In News and Social Action, Get Involved, Cuba, Caribbean, Global Health & Crisis Tags News & Social Action, Get Involved, Global Health, cuba, Caribean

How a Textile Cooperative Is Empowering Guatemalan Women

August 4, 2026

Guatemala’s Casa Flor Ixcaco Weaving Cooperative supports women through traditional textiles, financial independence and access to education.

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In News and Social Action, Get Involved, Education and Empowerment, Guatemala Tags News & Social Action, Get Involved, Women and Girls, guatemala

Australia’s Pink Lakes: They’re Real, but Not For Long

August 4, 2026

Australia’s pink lakes are a shocking natural anomaly, but their striking hue has been slowly draining.

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In News and Social Action, Get Involved, Australia, Environment and Sustainability Tags News & Social Action, Get Involved, Environment
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