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A new report by the International Crisis Group finds that organized crime has become a “major obstacle” to protecting the Amazon. Criminal groups often operate across borders and are expanding control over huge swathes of land, which undermines state efforts to combat environmental crimes such as drug trafficking, deforestation and illegal mining. “In Colombia, park […] Source: Conservation news
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PASUQUIN, Philippines — Crouched on the beach under the hot noon sun, a fisherman flattens a black sheet of seaweed on a bamboo mat rolled out on the sand. Wearing a straw hat wide enough to shade his entire body, he tucks his legs in to avoid getting burned. Gamet, a rare and coveted variety […] Source: Conservation news
How Washington bargains away its Africa strategy to other regions. Source: Foreign Policy
Pyongyang's updated charter has dropped mentions of reunification with South Korea. Experts say the changes boost Kim Jong Un as a nuclear authority — and could fuel future border clashes. Source: World | Deutsche Welle
The Czech Republic, the beer world champion, has seen a record decline in consumption. Younger generations are drinking less. Breweries are worried, but health experts say it's good news. Source: World | Deutsche Welle
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