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The Ainu of Japan

July 3, 2026

Learn about a little-known Indigenous Japanese people.

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In World and Travel, Art Food & Culture, Get Involved, Japan Tags World and Travel, Arts and Culture, Indigenous Peoples, Get Involved, Japan

Combatting Anti-Roma Hate in Czechia

July 3, 2026

The Romani People continue to face discrimination in the Czech Republic.

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In News and Social Action, Human Rights, Get Involved, Czech Republic Tags News & Social Action, Get Involved, Czech Republic

The World Cup: An International Embrace of Cultural Diversity

July 1, 2026

How the World Cup is creating spaces for learning about and participating in global multiculturalism.

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In World and Travel, Art Food & Culture, Global Tags World and Travel, Arts and Culture, Global

California Tribes Advocate for Cultural Burning

July 1, 2026

Once widespread across California, Indigenous cultural burning is now regaining attention in wildfire management. 

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In News and Social Action, USA, Get Involved, Environment and Sustainability Tags News & Social Action, United States, Indigenous Peoples, Get Involved, Environment

These 8 Organizations Are Helping Rebuild Venezuela

July 1, 2026

Following the earthquakes on June 24, organizations are mobilizing to provide food, water, medical care and relief services to Venezuela.

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In News and Social Action, Venezuela, South America, Get Involved, Global Health & Crisis Tags News & Social Action, Venezuela, South America, Get Involved, Disaster Relief

Uganda's Media Crackdown Signals More Than an Attack on the Press

July 1, 2026

Uganda’s latest media shutdown is about more than press freedom: it offers a glimpse into how power is being exercised, and perhaps transferred, in one of Africa’s longest-serving governments.

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In News and Social Action, Africa, Uganda, Global Politics Tags News & Social Action, War and Conflict, Uganda, Africa

7 Forts in Rajasthan That Will Take Your Breath Away

July 1, 2026

From one inside a tiger sanctuary to another where 4,000 people still live, these are the most memorable forts in Rajasthan, India.

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In World and Travel, Travel Inspiration, India, Asia Tags Travel, Round Up, india, Asia
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The Doner Kebab: Simple Street Food or Cultural Icon?

July 1, 2026

Originating in the Ottoman Empire and traveling across Europe, the doner kebab has become a symbol of migration amid EU policies that are reshaping the region

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In World and Travel, Art Food & Culture Tags World and Travel, Global Cuisine

5 Iranian Films that Highlight the Country’s Beauty

June 30, 2026

The top art shows of the summer explore what it means to live in the modern world. 

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In World and Travel, Art Food & Culture, Round Up, Iran Tags World and Travel, Arts and Culture, Round Up, Iran

Tribal Nations Counter the Narrative of America’s 250th Anniversary

June 30, 2026

As the United States prepares for its anniversary celebrations, Indigenous communities are using the national spotlight to emphasize tribal sovereignty and history.

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In News and Social Action, Human Rights, USA, Get Involved Tags News & Social Action, United States, Indigenous Peoples, Get Involved

The Venezuela Earthquakes Could Not Have Come at a Worse Time

June 30, 2026

Over 1,700 people were killed by massive 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes striking within one minute of each other.

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

The Human Cost of Coltan Mining in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

June 29, 2026

Modern technology is not just fueled by electricity but also by Congolese coltan miners, who face exploitation and unsafe working conditions. 

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In Get Involved, News and Social Action, Africa, Human Rights, Congo Tags News & Social Action, Get Involved, Africa, Human Rights, Democratic Republic of Congo

Who Owns Chinese Celebrity Culture in Taiwan?

June 29, 2026

Actor Zhang Linghe’s opening speech at the 18th Straits Forum caught widespread attention with his call for improved cross-strait exchanges.

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In News and Social Action, Asia, China, Global Politics, Taiwan Tags News & Social Action, Asia, China, International Affairs, Taiwan

Killer of the Coral Reef: Sunscreen?

June 29, 2026

Many sunscreens contain toxic chemicals that harm coral reefs and their broader oceanic environment. 

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In News and Social Action, Get Involved, Environment and Sustainability Tags News & Social Action, Environment, Get Involved, featured story

The Rise of the Coolcation: Scandinavia’s Answer to Summer Heat

June 29, 2026

As summer heat intensifies, it may be time to swap the traditional beach destination for a cooler climate.

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In World and Travel, Europe, Guide Feature, Travel Inspiration Tags World and Travel, Europe, Guide Feature, Travel, Scandinavia

West Papua’s Struggle for Independence

June 26, 2026

Learn about the little-known conflict in the Indonesian-controlled territory of Western New Guinea.

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In News and Social Action, War and Conflict, Papua New Guinea, Indonesia, Asia Tags News & Social Action, War and Conflict, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Asia

Rat’s Cup: The Surf Festival Destination in Biarritz, France

June 26, 2026

 Rat’s Cup is a three-day surf-and-skate festival in September that helps champion the historic Basque Country region of France and Spain

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In World and Travel, Art Food & Culture, France, Europe, Guide Feature Tags World and Travel, Arts and Culture, France, Europe, Guide Feature

Workaways on Irish Farms

June 26, 2026

Beyond Ireland's famous attractions, farm stays allow people to participate in work experiences that sustain rural communities and Irish culture.


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In World and Travel, Outdoor, Travel Inspiration, Ireland, Europe Tags Outdoor Adventure and Wildlife, Outdoor, Europe, Ireland

Stolen Vanilla: Madagascar’s High-Stakes Black Market

June 26, 2026

Behind the vanilla industry lies a struggle in Madagascar, where small farmers face nightly threats on top of poverty, weak governance and a global demand that fuels a thriving black market.

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In Get Involved, News and Social Action, Madagascar, Africa, Human Rights Tags News & Social Action, Get Involved, Madagascar, Africa, Human Rights

The Ethics of Wildlife Tourism: How Travelers Can Identify Responsible Safaris

June 26, 2026

Community involvement and conservation policies are clear indicators of a safari’s commitment to ethical tourism.

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In News and Social Action, Environment and Sustainability, Get Involved Tags News & Social Action, Environment, Get Involved
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