As countries ban the practice of shark finning, Costa Rica disregards conservation policies through illegal fishing exports.
Read MoreMexican Citizens Take Up Arms Against Drug Cartels
When the Mexican government failed to protect its citizens, community militias rose to fight back against powerful drug cartels.
Read More5 Remote Filipino Regions Not Named Boracay
Siquijor, Batanes, Camiguin, Tawi-Tawi and Calaguas are stunning destinations in the Philippines, boasting a variety of attractions in lesser-traveled areas.
Read MoreA Sea of Sky on Mount Kilimanjaro
Explore a firsthand account of Mount Kilimanjaro’s Northern Circuit Route, with its incredible flora and fauna, remarkable people and an unfortunate mountain evacuation.
Read MoreThe Fight to End Sexual Violence in Sub-Saharan Africa
A variety of organizations work with young women in sub-Saharan Africa to fight sexual violence.
Read MoreIndigenous Language Vitality in Aotearoa New Zealand Schools
The implementation of Te Reo Maori, a national language of Aotearoa New Zealand, into the country’s education system is a significant step forward for post-colonial Indigenous revitalization, though its inclusion is met with debate.
Read MoreProtecting Afghanistan’s Cultural Heritage in Bamiyan Valley
Experts seek to protect the colossal Bamiyan Buddha statues, after Afghanistan’s Taliban coordinated their destruction.
Read MoreWhat Autumn Tastes Like Across the World
From mooncakes in China to roasted chestnuts in Spain, autumn’s arrival sparks a global feast of flavors, cultural traditions and celebrations.
Read MoreWildlife or Livestock? Safari Hunting Tourism in Southern Africa
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.
Read MoreExploring the Balkans by Train
The Balkans are reviving old railway routes through Montenegro, Bosnia and Serbia, adding a new way to explore the region.
Read MoreCalifornia’s Offshore Wind Gamble
The United States’ largest offshore wind project faces a broad range of support and skepticism
Read MoreThe Indigenous Spiritual Site of Madagascar
For 500 years, the Royal Hill of Ambohimanga has remained a symbol of Madagascar's spiritual, historical and cultural heritage.
Read MoreReef-Positive Tourism in Fiji
Travelers join locals in protecting and preserving the coral reefs of Fiji.
Read MoreThe Mexican Dance That Defies Erasure: Danza Azteca
Aztec dances exist today as living prayers and powerful symbols of Indigenous survival, uniting Mexican Americans in the United States.
Read MoreGender-Based Violence in Papua New Guinea
With exacerbated poverty rates post-COVID, Papua New Guinea continues to experience heightened gender-based violence and domestic abuse.
Read MoreThe Secret Behind Albania’s Bunkers
Albania’s bunkers were built during the Cold War but have since been repurposed as local businesses and tourist attractions.
Read MoreGen Z Protests: Social Media and Pop Culture in the Fight for Reform
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.
Read MoreEthiopia’s Hydroelectric Dam Opens Despite Egypt’s Protests
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.
Read MoreWhy a Russia-India-China Alliance May Not Be Sustainable
While recent meetings show warmth and unity among the countries’ leaders, the possibility of a sustained alliance seems complex and difficult.
Read MoreThe Fight to Preserve Cantonese Language and Culture
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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