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Cover StoryCan giving cash, no strings attached, help end poverty? In Malawi, they鈥檙e finding out.In Malawi, one aid group seeks to upend ideas about international assistance by giving individuals a one-time cash payment, without conditions.
Facing internal and external foes, Syria rebuilds and rethinks its armySyria鈥檚 new leadership is trying to rebuild its army from the ruins of sectarianism and foreign intervention. The fledgling force has little of material value, but the need for a shift in mindset is most important.
Israel鈥檚 economy, wounded by war, is healing. Why the public remains sour.After 18 months of war, uncertainty is everywhere in Israel. The economy shows signs of recovery, but citizens lack confidence.聽
Points of ProgressWhen a 鈥榯humbs-up鈥� beats 5 stars, and where paralegals aid women鈥檚 land rightsProgress roundup: three equity questions on job performance grades, the worthiness of women as landowners, and Indigenous people鈥檚 quality of life.
First LookNew Israeli corridor in southern Gaza; Netanyahu, Trump to meet againThe Israeli military鈥檚 announcement of the Morag Corridor followed White House confirmation that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu would meet Monday with President Donald Trump, their second meeting at the White House since Mr. Trump took office in January.
South Korean court upholds president鈥檚 impeachment 鈥� and democratic valuesMonths after a failed martial law attempt rattled South Korea, a top court has unanimously decided to remove the president from office.
The ExplainerThe end of free trade? What history has to say about Trump鈥檚 tariffs.An era of free trade ends, as President Donald Trump slaps tariffs on imported goods. What does the varied history of trade policy suggest we should expect?
PJs, dogs, and babies: Learning to find comfort in our bomb shelterIn this 鈥淟etter from a bomb shelter鈥� (really just a dusty storage space under a Tel Aviv apartment building), correspondent Dina Kraft tells of a community that has formed over the course of the Israel-Hamas war, and of the young lives growing with it.
鈥楢ll on the same page.鈥� Foreigners disdained by Trump seek common purpose.Longtime allies spurned by Donald Trump such as Canada and European nations are developing a renewed sense of common purpose and national pride.
Who is Mark Carney? Maybe just who Canada wants to face off against Trump.A few months ago, Mark Carney was unknown in Canada. Now he鈥檚 prime minister and favored in upcoming elections 鈥� thanks to the Trump administration.
As Kashmiri crafts struggle, papier-m芒ch茅 artists find hope in creative evolutionIn Kashmir,聽papier-m芒ch茅聽artisans are struggling to overcome the challenges faced by many of the region鈥檚 traditional craftspeople 鈥� but they also see a reason for hope.
How bitcoin drives cheap green energy production in KenyaBitcoin struggles to keep its carbon footprint low. African renewable energy companies struggle to stay afloat. One company has an idea to fix both.
Points of ProgressHow to recycle a building, and school a president on climateProgress roundup: Chinese scientists develop a method to refresh weak batteries. And in Argentina, a law sends judges and more to climate class.
Difference MakerWhat gives him hope for rebuilding Gaza? Dialogue and science.The Arava Institute for Environmental Studies, headed by Tareq Abu Hamed, is leveraging science to aid the Gaza Strip.
Justice vs. democracy: Le Pen verdict exposes tensions within France鈥檚 systemA French court has barred far-right leader Marine Le Pen from seeking the presidency in 2027. Does that square with her voters鈥� democratic rights?
How a 43-port business deal threatens China鈥檚 global powerHow far is China willing to go to protect its geopolitical interests overseas? As a Hong Kong company prepares to sell 43 ports to a U.S.-led group, Beijing has launched a campaign to modify 鈥� or ideally stop 鈥� the deal.
In Turkey, authoritarian president faces burgeoning protestsA new wave of popular protest is gathering strength in Turkey, where President Erdo臒an is showing increasing signs of authoritarianism. But past demonstrations have not made him back down.
First LookRescue efforts ongoing after quake rocks much of MyanmarRescue efforts are underway across Myanmar after a devastating earthquake Friday. Teams and equipment have been flown in from other nations, though the quake damaged airports in Myanmar's major cities.
In Syria鈥檚 terrorized Alawite region, competing narratives, mutual suspicionsSyria鈥檚 Alawite minority considers March 7 the start of a genocidal campaign. In the eyes of the Sunni majority, it marked operations to quash a coup. Ensuring justice and preventing further killings will be a key test for the new Syria.
The world鈥檚 bananas are at risk. A volcanic island might protect them.Cavendish bananas are under threat from a fungus that has wiped out other varieties. The island of La Palma may have the conditions to protect them.