Bhutan

A man and woman are shown sitting in chairs while medical workers administer vaccinations.

Virus surge, vaccine shortages spread beyond India's borders

The surge in coronavirus cases in India has created huge worries for neighboring countries like Bangladesh and Nepal.

Virus surge, vaccine shortages spread beyond India's borders
members of a battalion lining up in front of a palace

There are 28 other monarchies in the world

There are 28 other monarchies in the world
Shamans, like Tsering Yangzom in the Haa Valley, often treat patients experiencing symptoms of mental illness. She describes them as being afflicted by deities and treats them by invoking mantras.

Bhutan, known for its Gross National Happiness Index, comes to terms with mental health crisis

Bhutan, known for its Gross National Happiness Index, comes to terms with mental health crisis
"Tim" is a street dog in Paro, Bhutan. He didn't always have such a gorgeous fur coat. He had terrible mange when a tourist rescued him. This gorgeous boy is pretty typical of the Bhutanese canine look.

Bhutan carried out a nationwide program to spay and neuter its stray dogs

Bhutan carried out a nationwide program to spay and neuter its stray dogs
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Immigrants in New Hampshire are creating an unlikely ethnic food hub

Immigrants in New Hampshire are creating an unlikely ethnic food hub
Osman Chandab in Melbourne, Australia contracted whooping cough before getting vaccinated.

No matter where in the world you are, opting out of childhood vaccines can be a catastrophic choice

The new NOVA special, "Vaccines: Calling the Shots," explores the lingering global resistance to vaccination campaigns. Case studies from around the world explain just how bad the impact can be when groups opt out of childhood shots.

No matter where in the world you are, opting out of childhood vaccines can be a catastrophic choice

Is Bigfoot a big myth? A new study testing hair DNA finds no proof

Bigfoot enthusiasts sent suspected hair samples of the creature to Oxford University for DNA testing, along with alleged hair samples in museums. The results turned up a huge range of animals — from bears to wolves — but no Yetis.

Is Bigfoot a big myth? A new study testing hair DNA finds no proof
Tibetan exiles in Sikkin, along the India/China border.

What it's like on a 9,000 mile journey along India's borders

Along India's remote northern border, a writer finds that country borders — and even nationality — make little difference to people day by day. Yet the India-Pakistan partition is still very much a powerful memory.

What it's like on a 9,000 mile journey along India's borders

First Days: South Asian Americans share stories of first days in America

A group of South Asian Americans are trying to document the stories of other South Asian Americans' first days in the United States. As more immigrate here, they don't want to lose track of what it was like when they first arrived.

First Days: South Asian Americans share stories of first days in America

Climate change enhances risks of glacial lakes flooding mountain communities

Lakes high in the world's mountains are becoming increasingly dangerous to the towns that have sprouted up near them. The lakes are prone to floods, typically caused when the mountain glaciers that feed them shed a chunk of ice and rock, forcing thousands of gallons over the banks.

Climate change enhances risks of glacial lakes flooding mountain communities
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How Should We Judge our Economy?

A small, but growing group thinkers say traditional economic measures don't give an accurate picture of the true health of our economy. And their movement is gaining steam.

How Should We Judge our Economy?

Measuring the Impact of Bhutan's Melting Glaciers

Can you name the 1,800 mile long river that originates in Tibet, high in the Himalayas, then winds its way south through India and Bangladesh before it finally empties into the Bay of Bengal?

Measuring the Impact of Bhutan's Melting Glaciers

Language barriers make it tough for Colorado refugees to understand mass shooting

Aurora, Colo., is one of the most diverse cities in that state. It has a vibrant community of refugees, many of whom don't speak English. Recently, a refugee group pulled together an event to try and help people cross the language barrier and get the facts about the violent movie theater shooting there.

Language barriers make it tough for Colorado refugees to understand mass shooting

U.N. summit focuses on how to improve global happiness

The United Nations convened on Monday to discuss a topic that isn't usually on their agenda: happiness. Throughout the day, speakers at the U.N. put forward their thoughts on how to measure and improve well-being around the world.

U.N. summit focuses on how to improve global happiness
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Buddhism and Modern Life in Bhutan

The Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan is rapidly modernizing. But it's also actively trying to retain its Buddhist spiritual base. The World's Mary Kay Magistad has the second piece in her two-part series on balancing Buddhism with the modern world.

Buddhism and Modern Life in Bhutan