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Over the last several decades, governments have collectively pledged to slow global warming. But despite intensified diplomacy, the world is already facing the consequences of climate…
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December 19, 2018
Global
Seven Silver Linings in 2018
This year saw progress in areas from species comebacks to space exploration.
December 13, 2017
Global
Ten Silver Linings in 2017
In a year of tumult, were there any positive trends? Experts point to a number of areas where progress was made, from reducing child mortality and poverty to improving women’s rights.
September 18, 2019
Hong Kong
Podcast: Joshua Wong and Brian Leung on Hong Kong's Pro-democracy Movement
Ever since protests gained traction in late spring, Hong Kong has been a focal point for international attention. The protests, which drew approximately two million participants at one point, have co…
September 4, 2018
Mexico
Mexico's Female Legislators Are No Silver Bullet for Gender Inequality
Despite achieving near equal representation in congress, Mexico's new female lawmakers still need to fight to put women's issues on an already packed legislative agenda.
July 31, 2012
China
Silver Linings in China’s Slowdown
China’s global investment boom is slowing, which could affect its trading partners. But its economy does not have to be doomed to slow growth, says expert Patrick Chovanec.