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The cost of dominance: China's evironmental destruction in the South China Sea
In the midst of geopolitical tensions, a simmering environmental crisis is brewing beneath the surface of the South China Sea. While countries in the region, such as China, are busy strengthening their control, the delicate marine ecosystem is collapsing due to human actions. Decades of intense fishing, dredging to create new land, and the harvesting of giant clams have devastated the unique populations of the South China Sea, pushing many species towards extinction.
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Vietnam Reunification Through the Lenses of Latin American Friends
In the early morning of April 30, 1975, Latin American time, 11-year-old Jesús Germán Faría Tortosa woke up to the sound of "Vietnam ganó, Vietnam ganó" from outside.
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Helmut Kutin, Long-serving President of SOS Children's Villages, Passes Away
Helmut Kutin, former President of SOS Children's Villages International, passed away from a serious illness at a hospital in Bangkok, Thailand, at the age of 83, on April 23. He devoted his whole life to helping children in difficult circumstances, hoping to give them a loving home.
Tokyo Olympics 2020 Update: Adam Peaty Wins GB’s First Tokyo 2020 Gold Making the Olympics History
Adam Peaty stopped the clock at 57.37 seconds to become a double Olympic champion in the 100-meter breaststroke, making the Olympics history.
US is not Superior to Other Nations, Says Chinese Foreign Minister
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Saturday that the U.S. needs a "tutorial" on how to treat other countries equally, marking his latest criticism of U.S. foreign policy as aggressive and undermining to global peace efforts.
Putin says Russian Navy can Carry Out 'Unpreventable Strike' If Needed
The Russian navy can detect any enemy and launch an "unpreventable strike" if needed, President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday, weeks after a UK warship angered Moscow by passing the Crimea peninsula.
Most Unique Covid-19 Vaccination Centres Around the World
As countries around the world roll out mass Covid-19 vaccination programmes, large public spaces from ice rinks to cathedrals are being repurposed as makeshift inoculation hubs.
UN General Assembly Passes First Ever Resolution on Global Drowning Prevention
The United Nations General Assembly has approved a resolution on drowning prevention.
Australia: Protests and Violence Broke Out On Streets Against Lockdown Restrictions
On Saturday, thousands of markless anti-lockdown protesters broke out on the streets of Australia's two biggest cities as infections hit a new record and authorities warned of a “growing problem”.
Alluring and Peaceful Tuscany - "The Forgotten Paradise" of Italy
To many people, Tuscany is the romantic images of idyllic hill towns bristling with medieval towers, peaceful low hills and fields of sunflowers, which makes it a "forgotten paradise" that waits for tourists to discover.
Japan Cuisine: Top Dishes That You Should Try In Tokyo
Japan is the land of unique cuisine and extraordrinary dishes for tourists who set foot on Tokyo to choose from. From Edo-style Sushi to Tempura, Unaju, these are 10 best dishes that you should try when you travel to Tokyo.
Why Could Stonehenge By The Next UK Site To Lose Its World Heritage Status
On Friday, Heritage bodies said Stonehenge could be the next historical UK site to be stripped of its UNESCO World Heritage status.
TikTok Hit With "Violating Children's Privacy", Fined by Dutch Agency
Chinese social media app TikTok was fined €750,000 ($882,000) for privacy violations, a Dutch watchdog said Thursday.
Russia Disconnected Itself From The Internet, Sparking Fears Of Free Speech Control
On Thursday, Russia managed to disconnect itself from the Internet in June and July, according to RBC daily.
China Flooding: Death Toll Rises to 56, Losses Mount to $10 Billion
The death toll from the rain-triggered unprecedented floods in central China has risen to 56 with the official estimate of losses totalling about $10 billion.
South Korea Ministry Stipulates 'Xinqi' as Chinese Word for Kimchi, Reigniting Long-Standing Dispute
The Korean culture ministry said it will use “xinqi” as the official Chinese translation for kimchi.
Fascinating Remnants of Bygone Times Attract Tourists Around The World
Each remnant has its own beauty and historical story of its time, which brings a feeling of astonishment and nostalgia to the tourists from all over the world.
Europe's Travel Industry Soars Heavily as Covid-19 Surges Again
During the Covid-19 pandemic, travel industry has been heavily affected the most, with all trips delayed, resorts closed and holidays become a distant memory.
Samantha Panlilio Biography: 13 things about Miss Grand Philippines 2021
The Miss Grand Philippines crown is clinched to the 25-year-old beauty on her first try at pageantry
4 Extraordrinary Coffee Shops In The Heart of St. Petersburg
On the streets of a busy Saint Petersburg, there are lovely coffee shops with extraordrinary style that make them a delight for tourists to visit, as if they just stepped into another world.
120-Year-Old Palace in Budapest Becomes Luxury Hotel
Matild Palace in Budapest, Hungary, was built in 1902, has been recently redesigned into a Luxury Collection, bringing the old historical palace back to life.
Dubai Beats The Heat By Making Fake Rain
Dubai has made its own rain using technology to cool down the 50 degree-Celsius heatwave.
Britain to permanently deploy two warships in Asian waters
The announcement comes as a UK strike group a led by the state-of-the-art aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth heads to region.
