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Shark Finning: Costa Rica’s Illegal Trade

October 27, 2025

As countries ban the practice of shark finning, Costa Rica disregards conservation policies through illegal fishing exports. 

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In Costa Rica, Environment and Sustainability, News and Social Action, South America Tags Costa Rica, South America, Environment

Mexican Citizens Take Up Arms Against Drug Cartels

October 27, 2025

When the Mexican government failed to protect its citizens, community militias rose to fight back against powerful drug cartels.

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

The Fight to End Sexual Violence in Sub-Saharan Africa

October 21, 2025

 A variety of organizations work with young women in sub-Saharan Africa to fight sexual violence. 

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In Africa, News and Social Action, Human Rights Tags Africa, Human Rights

Wildlife or Livestock? Safari Hunting Tourism in Southern Africa

October 21, 2025

Although millions are spent on safari hunting tourism in South Africa and Zimbabwe, there is little evidence that these funds genuinely promote economic growth, improve the lives of local people or contribute to animal conservation.

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In Africa, Environment and Sustainability, News and Social Action Tags Africa, Environment

California’s Offshore Wind Gamble

October 13, 2025

The United States’ largest offshore wind project faces a broad range of support and skepticism

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

Gender-Based Violence in Papua New Guinea

October 13, 2025

With exacerbated poverty rates post-COVID, Papua New Guinea continues to experience heightened gender-based violence and domestic abuse.

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In Education and Empowerment, News and Social Action, Oceania, Papua New Guinea Tags Women and Girls, Oceania, Papua New Guinea

Gen Z Protests: Social Media and Pop Culture in the Fight for Reform

October 13, 2025

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. 

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

Ethiopia’s Hydroelectric Dam Opens Despite Egypt’s Protests

October 13, 2025

Undeterred by decades of water rights controversy, Ethiopia finally opened its monumental hydroelectric dam across part of the Blue Nile River, a project that has garnered fierce opposition from Egypt and Sudan.  

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In Africa, Environment and Sustainability, Egypt, Ethiopia, News and Social Action Tags Egypt, Africa, ethiopia, Environment

Why a Russia-India-China Alliance May Not Be Sustainable

October 13, 2025

While recent meetings show warmth and unity among the countries’ leaders, the possibility of a sustained alliance seems complex and difficult. 

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

The Fight to Preserve Cantonese Language and Culture

October 7, 2025

Despite pressure from the Chinese government, the will to preserve the Cantonese language remains strong in China and around the world. 

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In Asia, China, Human Rights, News and Social Action Tags Asia, China, Human Rights

The Complex Sovereignty Claims Over the Amazon

September 30, 2025

When it comes to the rights over the Amazon rainforest, international governments and Indigenous communities don’t always agree.

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In Global Politics, News and Social Action, South America Tags International Affairs, South America

The Efficacy of International Courts: What Do They Do?

September 30, 2025

The International Criminal Court and wartime tribunals are large figureheads for global justice, offering questionable accountability.

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

Gen Z Protests Topple Nepal’s Government

September 23, 2025

After years of government instability and censorship, Nepal’s Gen Z led an uprising that not only dissolved a corrupt parliament but also paved the way for political reconstruction.  

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

How Travelers Can Cut Down on Waste

September 22, 2025

To help protect the environment and local communities, travelers can make small changes to reduce the waste that tourism leaves behind.

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

Understanding The Tensions Between the U.S. and Venezuela

September 22, 2025

U.S. warships head toward Venezuela amid increased tensions, but what’s truly behind the feud between Washington and Caracas?

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In Global Politics, News and Social Action, South America, Venezuela Tags Venezuela, South America, International Affairs

Traditional Gender Roles in South Korea Maintain Inequality

September 15, 2025

As South Korean women suffer under the inequality facilitated by traditional gender stereotypes, many call for change through feminist movements and passionate demands for political reform. 

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

Misinformation Is a Global Threat to Elections

September 15, 2025

Facts and information behind modern elections face an escalating threat in the digital age.

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

7 Interesting Animals You Can Find in the Amazon Rainforest

September 9, 2025

The Amazon Rainforest is a place of environmental diversity and hidden danger, where rare species face growing threats that make their protection critical for both biodiversity and the planet’s future.

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In Environment and Sustainability, News and Social Action, South America Tags South America, Environment

7 Sustainable Clothing Brands for the Ethical Shopper

September 8, 2025

Meet the brands proving that looking good and doing good can go hand in hand.

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

The Searching Mothers of Mexico: Fighting for the Disappeared

September 4, 2025

Mothers in Mexico search for their missing children with little to no help from authorities, risking their lives against the oppressors: cartels.

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