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Christian Science Monitor - World
Gaza war: A look at the unlikely 'allies' who gain from keeping it going - In Gaza, Israel's Netanyahu and Hamas' Sinwar both face political considerations as they weigh proposals for a cease-fire and the exchange of prisoners and hostages.
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First Look - In flooded Brazil, disinformation is eroding trust in the government and rescue efforts - Brazil is working quickly to respond to rising flood waters in the south that have forced more than 600,000 people from their homes. Compounding the problem is a flood of disinformation – making it hard for the government to deliver aid.17 hours ago
Points of Progress - Customer service: China's quick EV battery swaps, and sidewalk story time in Pakistan - Progress roundup: EV company in China makes battery swaps faster than charging. And in Pakistan, volunteers spread the joy of books in an outdoor story time.20 hours ago
For West Bank, an economy under siege is a Gaza 'war dividend' Palestinians in the West Bank have not been untouched by the war in Gaza. Now, with jobs in Israel lost and public sector wages unpaid, the weight of the conflict is dragging down the economy, too.20 hours ago
He risked everything to uncover corruption in Venezuela. Will it topple Maduro? -- An investigative reporter in Venezuela was forced to flee his country. A new documentary on that work helps explain why political change is in sight.1 day ago
'We can't give up on humanity': Ghanaians fight antigay law -- In February, Ghana's Parliament approved a law severely limiting the rights of LGBTQ+ people. Now, activists are lobbying the president to veto it.1 day ago
First Look -- Dance, dance, revolution. K-pop stans use their clout for a green future. -- K-pop enthusiasts are mobilizing the massive fan base to advocate for environmental protections in Indonesia and elsewhere. Their group, Kpop4Planet, was able to successfully lobby Hyundai to pull out of a deal with a coal plant.1 day ago
Difference Maker -- Vocational restaurants in Laos cook up a brighter future for young people -- Friends-International collaborates with the Lao government and other nonprofits to aid young people interested in culinary education.1 day ago
In Gaza and Israel, an exhausting cycle of hope and hopelessness -- Israeli hostages' families and Palestinians in Gaza are on opposite sides of the war yet on the same emotional roller coaster that taxes their resilience. To maintain hope, some cite their common humanity.2 days ago
'Golden visas': Europe tightens residency rules for the rich -- Some European countries that offered residency rights to rich foreign investors have backed off the schemes, over doubts about fairness and security.2 days ago
First Look -- Hungary and Serbia welcome Xi – and Chinese investment – to Europe's struggling economy -- While many European countries are distancing their economies from Chinese financing, Hungary and Serbia have invited investment from China's President Xi Jinping. They believe the support of the world's second-largest economy is vital to Europe's success.2 days ago
First Look -- Here's how the latest overhaul of EU's migration system will work -- The European Union has a new set of rules to update a decades-old migration system. Proponents hope the reforms will divide the burden among host countries more equally.2 days ago
Strike, counterstrike: What Israel just learned about Iran's red lines -- In war, outdated assessments and untested assumptions about one's adversary can lead to hazardous miscalculations.2 days ago
First Look -- Spain election reveals independence is no longer a priority for Catalonians -- The Socialist Party is angling to build a coalition to take control of Catalonia's government after its first regional election win on May 12. The race saw pro-independence parties lose their majority and their hold on power in the region.3 days ago