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Sweeps of Homeless Encampments in the US Intensify After Supreme Court Ruling

June 3, 2025

Since the Supreme Court ruling, Grants Pass v. Johnson, upended protections for the unhoused, sweeping of homeless encampments has drastically increased.

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

7 Must-See Natural Wonders of the Czech Republic

June 3, 2025

Alongside the renowned architecture, the Czech Republic has an array of natural wonders that nature-loving travelers can explore.

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In Czech Republic, Europe, Travel Inspiration, World and Travel Tags Travel, Czech Republic, Europe

Peruvian Farmer Loses Climate Case, But Sets Global Precedent

June 2, 2025

Saúl Luciano Lliuya sued the German energy company RWE for damages to his home related to climate change. He lost, but the case is still considered a win for environmental activists.

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

Off the Beaten Path: 10 Places to Escape Overtourism

June 1, 2025

In a travel-hungry world, it’s time to celebrate lesser-known treasures while prioritizing eco-consciousness, intimacy and crowd-free escapes.

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In World and Travel, Guide Feature, Round Up, Travel Inspiration, Global Tags Guide Feature, Round Up, Travel, Global

Peru’s Floating Islands

June 1, 2025

The Uros Floating Islands on Lake Titicaca are man-made reed constructions in an Indigenous Quechua community.

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In World and Travel, Andes Mountains, Peru, Guide Feature, Photo Essay, Travel Inspiration Tags Peru, Andes Mountains, Guide Feature, Photo Essay, Travel

Wear Once, Waste Always: The Hidden Toll of Festival Fashion

June 1, 2025

Festival fashion is fast, flashy and overwhelmingly disposable.

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

Generation Z Quits Vaping for the Congo

June 1, 2025

Rampant child labor in the Congo has ignited an ethical social movement among Generation Z.

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In Africa, DRC, Human Rights, News and Social Action Tags Africa, DRC, Human Rights, featured story

International Students Put at Risk by Harvard Ban

May 28, 2025

The Trump administration’s ban on admitting international students to Harvard leaves them in uncertainty amid First Amendment violations and poses concerns to all international students in the US.

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In Global Politics, News and Social Action, North America, USA Tags International Affairs, North America, United States

The Mother Activists Searching for Justice in Mexico

May 28, 2025

In response to drug cartel violence and lack of government action, the Madres Buscadoras, “searching mothers”, of Mexico have taken an imperative step forward in searching for their disappeared loved ones.

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In Mexico, News and Social Action, North America, Education and Empowerment Tags Women and Girls, North America, Mexico

Paved Roads Not Necessary: Mongolian Road Trip

May 28, 2025

See temples, ride camels and enjoy desert views across the country.

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In Asia, Mongolia, World and Travel, Travel Inspiration Tags Travel, Asia, Mongolia

Sami Life in Scandinavia: An Indigenous Journey Through Reindeer Lands and Joik

May 28, 2025

A winter journey through where cultural traditions such as reindeer herding, joik and land rights endure amid growing climate and industrial pressures.

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In Europe, Scandinavia, Art Food & Culture, World and Travel Tags Arts and Culture, Europe, Scandinavia

From Ruins to Riviera: The Perfect Summer in Albania

May 28, 2025

From its pristine beaches to its mountains and UNESCO world heritage sites, Albania is Europe’s most underrated Summer-holiday destination.

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In Albania, Europe, Travel Inspiration, World and Travel Tags Travel, Europe, Albania

The Hidden Climate Cost of Namibia and Botswana’s Oil Refinery

May 28, 2025

Energy independence for southern Africa could boost local economies, but oil refinery aspirations hold a hidden cost, contributing to greater climate issues.

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In Africa, Environment and Sustainability, Namibia, News and Social Action, Botswana Tags Africa, Namibia, Climate Change, Botswana

Mexico’s Maquiladoras: The Border Factories Harming Female Workers

May 28, 2025

While a source of cheap labor, the maquiladora system is fraught with social and environmental issues.

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

The Impact of Authoritarianism on Food Insecurity in Chad

May 23, 2025

Food insecurity and the authoritarian regime in Chad have denied many individuals and communities access to fundamental human rights.

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In News and Social Action, Chad, Global Health & Crisis, Africa Tags Global Poverty, Chad, Africa

How Indigenous Knowledge Supports Conservation in Australia’s Outback

May 23, 2025

Across the arid regions that define the Australian Outback, Aboriginal groups’ deep connection with the land has led to enduring protection against species loss and environmental decay.

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In Australia, News and Social Action, Environment and Sustainability, Oceania Tags Environment, Australia, Oceania

Indigenous Voices Reclaim Language Through Story

May 23, 2025

In the wake of Canada’s residential school system, Indigenous writers like Gregory Scofield and Lindsay Nixon are reclaiming culture through ancestral language and storytelling.

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In World and Travel, Art Food & Culture, Canada, North America Tags Arts and Culture, North America, Canada

Carbon Credits Aren’t as Green as They Seem

May 23, 2025

Carbon credits are a tool to reduce emissions, but they tend to carry more weight as a marketing tactic rather than a sustainable practice.

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

Exploring Australia’s Remote Untouched Archipelagos

May 23, 2025

Exploring Australia’s Remote Untouched Archipelagos

The small island archipelagos, Recherche and Buccaneer, are a haven for remote beauty and responsible travel off the Australian coast.

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In World and Travel, Travel Inspiration, Australia, Oceania Tags Travel, Australia, Oceania

The 8 Best Sustainable Travel Companies

May 15, 2025

Booking a trip with a responsible tourism company can help ensure that you leave a positive impact on the communities you visit. 

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In World and Travel, Tips and Tools, Round Up, Global Tags Advice and Cheat Sheets, Round Up
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