South America Dengue Increase Brings Vaccination Drive
During the southern hemisphere summer, South America is experiencing a sharp increase in cases of dengue, a mosquito-borne disease common in much of Latin America.
Japan’s Cafés Where People Can Pet Pigs
The latest trend in Japan is a café that has pigs.
Indian Leader Opens Huge Hindu Temple atop Ruins of Historic Mosque
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has opened part of a hotly disputed Hindu holy building in the northern city of Ayodhya.
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China Likely to Become World’s Top Auto Exporter
A Chinese car group says China likely overtook Japan as the world’s biggest auto exporter in 2023.
Singapore to End Cat Ban in Public Housing
A 34-year-old Singaporean law bars cats from government-built housing.
Thailand Pushes ‘Land Bridge’ to Speed Trade
Thailand is looking for investment to build a “land bridge” across the narrow southern part of the country.
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Researchers Make Surprising Discovery about Ancient Mosquitoes
Nearly 200 countries agreed on Wednesday to move away from using planet-warming fossil fuels.
Venezuela’s Claims on Guyana’s Territory Raise Concerns
Venezuela has increased pressure on its claim that the territory of Essequibo belongs to the country.
Famed Diplomat Henry Kissinger Dies at 100
American former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger died Wednesday at his home in Connecticut.
By Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores de Chile. – Archivo General Histórico del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores ([1]), CC BY 2.0 cl, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=30547377
Negotiators Meet in Kenya for Talks on Plastic Pollution
A large group of international negotiators and United Nations representatives are meeting in Nairobi, Kenya this week.