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Trump Pushes for Deportation to an Active War Zone

July 13, 2025

The recent Supreme Court-approved U.S. deportation of eight men to war-torn South Sudan led to legal, ethical and human rights debates.

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In Africa, Human Rights, News and Social Action, North America, Sudan, USA Tags Africa, Sudan, North America, USA, Human Rights

Russian Draft Dodgers Stir Tensions, Temporarily Boost Economies

July 9, 2025

After nearly one million Russian men fled conscription in 2022, the countries that received them are still grappling with the impacts of this influx three years later. 

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In Europe, Global Politics, News and Social Action, Russia Tags Europe, russia, War and Conflict

Is Nuclear Proliferation Simply Inevitable?

July 9, 2025

With conflicts around the world heating up, the efficacy of diplomacy is put to the test as the threat of nuclear proliferation looms. 

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In Global, Global Politics, News and Social Action Tags Global, War and Conflict

Extreme Heat: A Growing Global Risk

July 9, 2025

Amidst rising temperatures and climate shifts, understanding their impact on people and the environment is crucial.

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In Global, Environment and Sustainability, News and Social Action Tags Global, Climate Change

Dissent in the Digital Age

July 9, 2025

How authoritarian regimes are weaponizing Internet use and the global resistance fighting back.

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In Global, Human Rights, News and Social Action Tags Global, Activism

Mexico Maintains Deadly Reputation for Journalist Violence

July 9, 2025

Journalist murder cases only continue to rise in Mexico after a federal law was enacted to protect media workers from threats of violence, calling for reforms and increased federal support. 

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In Human Rights, Mexico, News and Social Action, North America Tags North America, Mexico, Human Rights

How ICE Raids are Impacting California Farms

July 9, 2025

US President Trump’s latest crackdown on immigration has expanded to farms in California, raising concerns over labor shortages and disruptions to supply chains throughout the country.

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In Environment and Sustainability, News and Social Action, North America, USA Tags USA, North America, Environment

Ecotourism in Antigua and Barbuda

July 9, 2025

Amidst climate change and poverty, Antigua and Barbuda actively promotes ecotourism for both locals and global travelers.

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In Antigua and Barbuda, Environment and Sustainability, North America, News and Social Action Tags North America, Antigua and Barbuda, Sustainability

Thai Prime Minister’s Suspension Reveals Gender Bias Pattern

July 8, 2025

Thailand’s Constitutional Court has suspended its second woman prime minister, just like it did to its first, raising concerns about democracy and gender biases in Thai politics. 

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In Asia, Global Politics, News and Social Action, Thailand Tags Asia, International Affairs, thailand

Kenya Protests: The Cost of Dissent

July 8, 2025

The roots of Kenya’s political crisis are echoed as protests shake the nation.

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In Africa, Global Politics, Kenya, News and Social Action Tags Africa, kenya, War and Conflict

Vanishing Archives: Hong Kong Artists Resurrect Protest

July 2, 2025

In the wake of censorship and arrests, Hong Kong’s artists are quietly preserving protest materials through informal and digital means.

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

Singapore: The Green Metropolis

July 1, 2025

This ultra-modern city has become Asia’s most sustainable oasis.

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In Asia, Environment and Sustainability, News and Social Action, Singapore Tags Asia, Singapore, Sustainability

Bezos Protestors Reject Venice as a Billionaire Playgroun

June 27, 2025

Venetians call their protests a success as the Bezos-Sanchez wedding relocates to the outskirts of the city following the inflatable crocodile threat.

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In Global Politics, Europe, Italy, News and Social Action Tags Europe, Italy, International Affairs

At The Frontlines of Climate Change: The Middle East

June 23, 2025

The Middle East is bearing the brunt of climate change, heating up at twice the global rate and navigating devastating fallout from droughts, displacement and conflict.

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

Canada’s Smoke Signals: The Nation’s Escalating Wildfire Crisis

June 23, 2025

From breathing hazards to burned forests, the consequences of Canada’s wildfires are far-reaching and long-lasting.

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In Canada, Environment and Sustainability, North America, News and Social Action Tags Climate Change, Canada, North America

The Cage Home Crisis in Hong Kong

June 23, 2025

Hong Kong's reputation as one of the most expensive housing markets in the world has led to more than 200,000 people living in cage homes, bedspace apartments likened to coffins for the living.

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In Asia, China, Global Health & Crisis, News and Social Action Tags Asia, China, Global Poverty

How AI Can Preserve Endangered Languages

June 23, 2025

As minority native languages worldwide disappear at a rapid rate, Indigenous scientists look to new AI language learning models and community participation as a way of preserving their cultures. 

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

Mexico’s Sustainable Desert Island: Isla Espiritu Santo

June 23, 2025

A desert island in Mexico is heavily protected by federal and global organizations to prevent ecological disruption, but still hosts seasonal, environmentally conscious glamping.

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In Environment and Sustainability, Mexico, News and Social Action, North America Tags Sustainability, Mexico, North America

The Clean Energy Revolution Comes to Mongolian Ger Districts

June 23, 2025

A large portion of Ulaanbaatar’s population lives in traditional tent housing or gers and experiences some of the world’s worst pollution; sustainable energy may be the solution.

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In Asia, Environment and Sustainability, Mongolia, News and Social Action Tags Asia, Mongolia, Sustainability

As Tehran Burns, Civilians are Caught in the Crossfire

June 20, 2025

Despite facing government censorship, the voices of Iranian residents reveal the fear and grief they endure under Israeli attacks.

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In Asia, Global Health & Crisis, Israel, Iran, News and Social Action Tags Isreal, Iran, War and Conflict
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