The gruesome death of famed Zimbabwean lion Cecil at the hands of an American recreational hunter has led to a quest for new methods to keep watch over endangered animals.
After lion death, high-tech anti-poaching methods get closer look
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Monthly Archives: July 2015
Taliban leader Mullah Omar reported to have died
The leader of the Afghan Taliban, Mullah Mohammed Omar, has died, Afghan officials say, but the militant group has not commented on the claim.
Is North Korea rolling out welcome for the West?
As North Koreans struggle under a historic drought, the leadership unveils new bike lanes and a glittering new international airport terminal that may be designed to appeal to foreign tastes.
With tourism booming, Spain seeks ‘classier’ visitors
While Spain’s leaders giddily welcome a new generation of to, now that they’re in the driver’s seat, they have a message for newcomers: Show some class!
‘Cheese diplomacy’ may melt political tensions in Cyprus
A clash between Greek and Turkish Cypriots over the special cheese for which the island is known has come to a satisfactory conclusion, announced E.C. President Jean-Claude Juncker.
Program looks to launch S. African girls into STEM fields
Decades after the end of apartheid rule in which nonwhite students were not permitted a rigorous science and math education, South African girls are being aggressively targeted and trained for entry into STEM careers.
The Bahamas: television fantasy vs. darker reality
There is little threat of pirates taking over Nassau nowadays, but crime, both in the maritime waters and in the plethora of islands that makes up the country, remains a major problem.
Greek bailout deal a cautionary tale for leftist governments
With the capitulation of Syriza as regards the Greek bailout, E.U. leaders can almost be assured that other left-wing governments will think twice before attempting to follow in that party’s footsteps.
New hashtag campaign for Nigerian women resonates
A new social media campaign is taking aim at the plight of girls and women in Nigeria, and early indications are that it just might be resonating more with worldwide audiences than #bringbackourgirls.
Troubled S. Sudan turns four, leads list of newest countries
Here, we look at other young states to analyze the pitfalls and the admittedly rare successes.