From patron to partner: Syria’s new relationship with Russia
For many years, Syria’s government relied heavily on support from Russia just to stay in power. Now, Damascus has a…
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Bear necessities: Drought pushes hungry animals closer to humans
Bear encounters are way up in Colorado as drought pushes them closer to people in search of food.
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A history buff is on a quest to keep Nigeria’s past alive
In a country where libraries and museums are underfunded, Raphael James wants residents to read – and learn from the…
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In Eswatini, learning golf is a fairway to opportunity for young people
In rural Eswatini, golf programs are helping break down the racial and economic barriers that have long kept young…
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‘So heartfelt.’ Dolly Parton blended stardom with a unifying care for people.
Performer and entrepreneur Dolly Parton turned personal struggles and hard work into universal anthems and messages of…
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Graham’s win in South Carolina shows Trump’s still got sway
Voters have rejected more Trump-endorsed candidates in this year’s primary season than in previous cycles. But Darline…
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As US applies ‘D-Day’ economic pressures on Iran, the battle shifts to Iraq
A key goal for Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has been disarming Iraq’s militias, including those backed by, and…
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Why the WNBA is playing defense over clashes about gender, race
The WNBA enjoys a growing fanbase and soaring revenue. Alongside those successes has come greater public attention on…
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Congress eyes tighter sanctions on Russia – with wiggle room for Trump
The U.S. House will consider a Russia sanctions bill, which could be Congress’ first major action on the Ukraine war in…
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A new civic tone for America’s ‘town halls’
Fewer lawmakers hold face-to-face sessions with voters to answer questions – a result of partisan rancor. Yet a new…
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For Ukraine’s Greek peoples, the war threatens a language and a way of life
Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine has displaced North Azovian Greek community, a minority-language people now…
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Mary Oliver: A poet who speaks to the ‘state of the soul’
The documentary “Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World” explores the impact of her poetry and of her keen…
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Trump tests the limits of economic leverage against foe – and friend
President Trump is trying economic tools – sanctions on Iran and tariffs on Canada – to exert power. Iran isn’t…
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What does a self-reliant South Korea look like? Some push for a nuclear option.
Washington’s curtailing of joint military drills in South Korea was widely framed as a humiliating moment for Seoul.…
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As Iran stalemate drags on, US tries to tighten the economic vise
Iran is one of the most heavily sanctioned countries in the world. But the Trump administration hopes it can turn up…
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After US trade talks collapse, Canadians stand together against economic storm
Prime Minister Mark Carney hopes he can show that Canada can navigate geopolitical storms without ceding sovereignty to…
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Repair, not revenge, in post-autocratic Hungary
As democracy is restored under a new leader, the Central European nation tries to be a model in avoiding personal…
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Native Americans, once caricatured, now ponder: Reject Route 66, or use it to connect?
Two versions of Route 66 run side by side: the commercial myth, which caricatured Native Americans, and the Indigenous…
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Thousands evacuate as wildfire approaches Reno
Officials say a fast-growing wildfire in Reno, Nevada, was human-caused. The Hawk Fire grew to 13,000 acres Sunday and…
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US-Canada trade talks collapse, setting off new round of tariffs
Canada will impose retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods beginning Sept. 8, targeting steel, dairy, appliances,…
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Military’s arrest power at southern border grows. What’s behind the change?
President Trump expanded the U.S. military’s role in immigration enforcement, and a new legal opinion gives the…
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From ‘bean to bar,’ boutique chocolate makers tell a new story
Consumers’ interest in the origins of their chocolate is rising. The “bean-to-bar” movement pioneered by boutique…
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More than a treat: Mexican chocolate culture has ancient roots
In Mexico, where cocoa has been grown and consumed for 4,000 years, communities are keeping old traditions alive.
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In cocoa’s heartland, African farmers seek new opportunities
In Côte d’Ivoire, where 40% of the world’s cocoa is grown, many are asking how the country’s iconic crop can offer more…
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Israelis who rely on Judaism to protect West Bank Palestinians
A growing number of Israeli Jews practice the ethics of their faith by acknowledging the humanity of Palestinians and…
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Race cars, politics, and sports: ‘Freedom 250’ roars through DC
At Washington Freedom 250 events, like this weekend’s IndyCar race at the National Mall, fans ask how politics might be…
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What we learn from chocolate
A visit to a chocolate factory in Massachusetts and a cocoa farm in Belize sparked the author’s interest in how…
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Before the quakes: Building trust and branching out in Venezuela
Before Venezuela’s deadly earthquakes, a decline in violent crime in Caracas – and a sense of opportunity following the…
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August’s best books keep you on the edge of your seat
The best books of August deliver thrills, time travel, and tongue-in-cheek commentary from the nine Greek Muses.
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Is Washington awash in self-dealing? If Democrats win the House, oversight will rise.
President Donald Trump has asserted that “nobody” cares if he and his family are making big money during his…
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At the Iowa State Fair, pork chops mix with presidential politics. Will that change?
The state fair in Des Moines has been a mainstay for generations of Iowans – and for White House hopefuls. But some…
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FCC considers cuts to funds for internet access at schools and libraries
A program called E-Rate has helped expand public internet access for 30 years. As the Federal Communications Commission…
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As France investigates abuse at schools, parents ask, How do I protect my kid?
After reports of a series of abuses in after-school programs in Paris, parents across France have been reassessing how…
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The learning curve for AI in schools
The rush to use artificial intelligence in education has led to insights on the types of intelligence – even new types…
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On the youngest continent in the world, a push for more kid-friendly cities
Africa is the fastest urbanizing region on the planet. A growing movement of planners and parents wants to make its…
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Former Marine Rye Barcott lauds ‘humbling and leveling effect’ of service
Military vets work more easily across party lines, says Rye Barcott, author of “Courage Can Save US: Ten Extraordinary…
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