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Labor strikes grow around the world
From Hollywood to Africa, labor strikes around the world are multiplying as workers gain bargaining power while global trends impact their working conditions. (2 min read)
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Europe vacations will change with global warming
Global warming is set to change when, where and how tourists spend their holidays in Europe. (1 min read)
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Cocaine production in Colombia rises to record
Cocaine production in Colombia has climbed to its highest level ever, making the illegal drug more available everywhere and fueling violence around the world. (1 min read)
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US and China spy on each other more and more
China and the US are increasing their efforts to spy on each other as relations between the world’s two superpowers become more tense. (1 min read)
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Hip-hop’s future lies outside the US
Hip-hop’s first 50 years have been dominated by Americans but a shift has begun and its future will be shaped more and more by artists from other countries. (1 min read)
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It’s official - summer 2023 was the hottest ever
Global temperatures in June, July and August were much higher than the average between 1991 and 2020. The record hot summer shows “climate breakdown has begun.”
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School uniforms become hot political issue
Politicians in different countries have been making headlines with controversial proposals about school uniforms as students go back to class after Summer break.
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As streaming grows we take longer to find what to watch
Streaming options are on the rise as Netflix and others increase programming. The flipside is that the average time it takes us to find something to watch is also increasing.
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US government pockets are almost empty
The US government is running out of cash and needs to borrow more so it can pay its bills due June 1. That’s a problem for everyone around the world
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World’s green quest needs Latin America’s metals
Countries worldwide want electric vehicles to replace CO2-emitting cars. For that to happen, they need access to Latin America's metals
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Black women continue facing hair discrimination at work
Black women continue to face discrimination in the workplace because of their hair even after new laws
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Cloning of rare horse could save species in extinction
Scientists this year managed to clone a Przewalski’s horse, which shows that cloning may be used to help save species risking extinction
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Africa drought shows unfairness of climate change
Amid East Africa’s worst drought in 40 years, Somalia is paying for the cost of climate damage caused by rich countries. Here’s more (1 min read):
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Is university worth it? Yes. No. Well, it’s complicated
People with university degrees earn way more than those without. Still, different factors can make getting a degree a losing proposition
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flicks
‘Fahrenheit 451’ stays relevant amid surging book bans
"Fahrenheit 451" with Michael B. Jordan is a movie about book burning - a relevant fictional story amid today’s record-breaking book bans
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Life rules to help you get rich
Mark Minervini is a stock trader and writer. Here’s a take on his nine rules to help you build up a personal fortune
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Turkey’s elections matter to the world
I reelected, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, could become a full-fledged dictator and end democracy in one of the world’s most important countries
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ChatGPT may change how we treat mental health
AI chatbots are increasingly becoming the go-to therapist for people seeking advice on mental health
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Chinese brands’ popularity grows in US and Europe
China is increasingly seen by the US and Europe as a threat. Still, Western consumers love Chinese brands including TikTok and fashion retailer Shein
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Teacher’s side project is key player in future of AI
A high school teacher’s project in Germany has become a central player in the development of artificial intelligence
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World needs better system to preserve rainforests
Today's system makes deforestation profitable for a few individuals at the expense of everyone on Earth
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Tech hypes come and go – AI’s in, metaverse’s out
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Trump indictment is historic and a major challenge
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Lead pencils play role in world’s energy transition
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Switzerland’s pride stained by banking troubles
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Israel democracy shaken by historic political crisis
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Why central banks want more people to lose their jobs
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Helium gas is more precious and important than you think
New Nigerian president’s challenges matter to the world
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Los Angeles, Venice, Pakistan feel climate change pains
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News snippets on Amazon’s size, Emiratis surveillance, Latin music
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Armies run low on ammo as war in Ukraine drags on
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US, EU challenge each other in race to be climate champions
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Love quotes from your favorite shows
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Earthquakes – causes, predictions and what to do
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ChatGPT has prompted race to beat Google’s search engine
Egypt’s woes show how war in Ukraine impacts others
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Governments around the world are failing to stop corruption
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China is set to take over the global car market
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Countries take steps to recruit more for military service
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Arguing with an open mind is a success strategy
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World population set to have more grandparents than kids
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Tech companies still seen as best places to work
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Western tanks seen as powerful weapon to help Ukraine
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Plant-based meat is losing popularity and turning into a flop
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Olympics to allow men in artistic swimming for first time
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Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is also a war on the environment
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Gold prices may rise to record amid world’s economic risks
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Countries fight ‘propaganda war’ to gain influence in Africa
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World’s demand for plastics keeps us hooked on fossil fuels
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