Business

October 22, 2020

Prior to the pandemic, Venice, Prague and Amsterdam had become so saturated with visitors that locals no longer recognized their hometowns. But with COVID-19 restrictions, residents are breathing a sigh of relief while many businesses face unprecedented losses.

Top of The World

British PM faces tough EU trade negotiations; New Zealand voters head to the polls; Mexican official arrested at LAX

The World

October 16, 2020

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said the UK should prepare for Brexit to take place in 10 weeks, even in the absence of a trade deal with the European Union. Voters in New Zealand head to the polls Saturday to decide whether Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern should serve a second term. And, Gen. Salvador Cienfuegos, the former Mexican defense minister, was arrested Thursday by US authorities — acting on the orders of the Drug Enforcement Administration.

Mexican artisans make face masks to stay afloat amid coronavirus

The World

October 14, 2020

For many textile workers in Oaxaca who have long depended on tourism to support their handicrafts, pivoting to face masks has helped keep their businesses going.

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IMF says economic recovery just beginning; Belarus police allowed to use lethal force; US to sell new weapons to Taiwan

The World

October 13, 2020

The International Monetary Fund said the global economy is beginning to emerge from the most severe downturn since the Great Depression, Belarus security forces have been given the green light to apply lethal force against pro-democracy protesters, and the US is proceeding with three sales of sophisticated weaponry to Taiwan.

China's Arctic ambitions have revived US interest in the region

The World

October 12, 2020

As part of its global Belt and Road Initiative, China is investing in the Arctic — setting up research stations, investing in mining and energy, and working with Russia to create a new sea route through the Arctic Ocean. It's also stoked concerns from the US.

First-class swag, airplane meals, 'flights to nowhere': Airlines innovate amid pandemic

The World

October 08, 2020

Airlines are doing everything from selling in-flight meals to “flights to nowhere” to keep customers amid the coronavirus.

Foreign policy

In Iran, all eyes are on US election's impact on sanctions, security

The World

October 08, 2020

Iran and the US almost went to war back in January. Since then, the Trump administration has doubled down on its “maximum pressure” campaign by increasing sanctions. Now, some Iranians are keeping their eyes on the US election, hoping it will ease tensions.

On China's New Silk Road

China's new Silk Road runs through Latin America, prompting warnings from the US

The World

October 06, 2020

Many Latin American countries have joined China’s Belt and Road Initiative, including Panama. As Mexico considers whether to join, some countries in the region face pressure from the Trump administration not to get too close to China.

Human rights

One French politician fights to expose China’s Uighur concentration camps

The World

October 01, 2020

When he won a seat in the European Parliament last year, Raphaël Glucksmann promised something different. His goal was to become "the voice of the voiceless people.”

On China's New Silk Road

Opening the door to Chinese investment comes with risks for Southeast Asian nations

The World

September 28, 2020

Southeast Asian countries have long managed a complex relationship with China, the region’s biggest trading partner and their most powerful neighbor. China's new Silk Road promises opportunities for economic growth, but at what cost?

Business

Is overtourism over? Travelers to Europe stay home due to COVID-19 restrictions.

British PM faces tough EU trade negotiations; New Zealand voters head to the polls; Mexican official arrested at LAX

Mexican artisans make face masks to stay afloat amid coronavirus

IMF says economic recovery just beginning; Belarus police allowed to use lethal force; US to sell new weapons to Taiwan

China's Arctic ambitions have revived US interest in the region

First-class swag, airplane meals, 'flights to nowhere': Airlines innovate amid pandemic

In Iran, all eyes are on US election's impact on sanctions, security

China's new Silk Road runs through Latin America, prompting warnings from the US

One French politician fights to expose China’s Uighur concentration camps

Opening the door to Chinese investment comes with risks for Southeast Asian nations

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