The African Union’s endorsement of the “Correct the Map” campaign marks a boost for a cause that’s determined to fix the distortions of our current world map
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Envoy Pramilla Patten warns that prioritizing military funding over survivor aid is an act of gender-based violence itself, reinforcing a global cycle of sexism.
Read MoreHorse Trekking along the Kyrgyz Silk Road
Visiting the caravan stopover Tash Rabat and the nearby glacial lake Chatyr-Kul can be demanding, but it is worth the journey to trek along the Silk Road on horseback.
Read More6 Matriarchal Societies Around the World
In stark contrast to male-dominated structures that found the majority of the world’s civilizations, several matriarchies continue to thrive, with women, rather than men, at the head of society.
Read MoreThe Swiss City Where People Swim to Work
In Bern, Switzerland, locals float downstream to commute to work during the summertime.
Read MoreThe Politicization of Water
Global water crises are often worsened and perpetuated by strategic political maneuvers.
Read MoreHow Women in Turkey Stitch Resistance Into Fabric
Across Turkey, textile art bridges cultural heritage with feminist activism in the face of authoritarianism.
Read MoreEcotourism in Bhutan
Ecotourism policies in Bhutan promote sustainable travel and protect the beauty of its diverse landscapes and natural environment.
Read More10 Must-See Sites in Lahore, Pakistan
Explore this guide to Lahore, Pakistan, and understand the history behind the major sites of one of South Asia’s most culturally rich cities.
Read MoreMilitary Noise Pollution in Switzerland
Military activity has long contributed to Switzerland’s noise pollution, with limited progress in reducing the impact.
Read MoreAre Fireflies Really Disappearing?
Some reports warn that we may be the last generation to see fireflies, but what do we really know about their decline?
Read MoreHow Countries Around the World Are Regulating AI
Artificial Intelligence is quickly becoming a vital part of everyday life, from social media to healthcare services, compelling governments worldwide to introduce regulations in the face of potentially harmful developments.
Read MoreAfrica’s New Luxury Frontier
Africa is becoming a hub for Western-focused luxury travel.
Read MoreCows, Castles and Communist Echoes: Romania’s Forgotten Maramures
In northern Romania, centuries-old traditions still shape everyday life, even as the region opens to curious travelers.
Read MoreUSAID Shut Down Risks Millions of Lives
14 million lives could be lost by 2030, according to a study by The Lancet, as a result of defunding USAID.
Read MoreFrom Famine to Frontlines: The Human Cost of Sudan’s Civil War
Sudan is facing what the U.N. has called the world’s largest humanitarian crisis as a result of its ongoing civil war.
Read MoreThen and Now: The Role of Women in Afghanistan
From the 1920s to today, women's roles and rights have evolved across a century of Afghan history.
Read MoreTiger Rewilding Efforts Transform Kazakhstan
Central Asian Tigers are again roaming Kazakhstan, 70 years after their extinction. Their return is celebrated as an ecological triumph, but it also brings apprehension and uncertainty as locals express concerns for the safety of humans and livestock.
Read MoreUAE Denies Sudan’s Claim of Destroyed Arms-Laden Aircrafts
The August plane strike reveals a silent Emirati push for regional dominance, leaving Sudan’s starving civilians and “forgotten war” in the hands of external powers.
Read MoreNative American Youth Kayak the Klamath for Environmental Justice
After enduring decades of damming, Indigenous teens recently completed the first full descent of the Klamath River, regaining the waterway and their history.
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