As more people choose to live aboard cruise ships full-time, awareness grows of the lifestyle’s strong negative effect on the environment.
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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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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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With overtourism on the rise and local protests spreading as a result, more and more European cities have begun to push back with official measures.
Read MoreIs Nuclear Proliferation Simply Inevitable?
With conflicts around the world heating up, the efficacy of diplomacy is put to the test as the threat of nuclear proliferation looms.
Read MoreExtreme Heat: A Growing Global Risk
Amidst rising temperatures and climate shifts, understanding their impact on people and the environment is crucial.
Read MoreUshguli, Georgia: One of Europe’s Highest Inhabited Villages
In the highlands of the Caucasus, this stone-built village keeps going despite isolation, harsh winters and a changing world.
Read MoreDissent in the Digital Age
How authoritarian regimes are weaponizing Internet use and the global resistance fighting back.
Read MoreMexico Maintains Deadly Reputation for Journalist Violence
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.
Read MoreHow ICE Raids are Impacting California Farms
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.
Read MoreEcotourism in Antigua and Barbuda
Amidst climate change and poverty, Antigua and Barbuda actively promotes ecotourism for both locals and global travelers.
Read MoreThai Prime Minister’s Suspension Reveals Gender Bias Pattern
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.
Read MoreKenya Protests: The Cost of Dissent
The roots of Kenya’s political crisis are echoed as protests shake the nation.
Read MoreVanishing Archives: Hong Kong Artists Resurrect Protest
In the wake of censorship and arrests, Hong Kong’s artists are quietly preserving protest materials through informal and digital means.
Read MoreEat the World: Memoirs and Food Writing by Cooks, Rebels, and Culture Shapers
A reading list for those who know the kitchen is political.
Read MoreUnderstanding Mecca’s Sacred Symbol: The Kaaba
Here is how the sacred site of Mecca in Saudi Arabia shapes faith, identity and worship in Islam.
Read More8 Musical Travel Reads
Refresh your playlist and discover musicians from around the world with these books.
Read MoreNorway’s Fjords: Culture and Legends of the Norse Coast
Preserved in the idyllic waters and lush landscapes of Norway’s fjords are the country’s Viking history and mythology, presenting travelers with unique cultural adventure opportunities.
Read MoreSingapore: The Green Metropolis
This ultra-modern city has become Asia’s most sustainable oasis.
Read MoreWork Anywhere: Your Guide to Planning the Perfect Workcation
All you need to know about planning a successful workcation — the trend that allows you to seamlessly balance career and adventure.
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