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U.N. Approves African Proposal for a New World Map

Par : John Yoon
4 septembre 2026 à 21:26
The Equal Earth projection shows countries’ true relative sizes, unlike the Mercator map, which critics say makes Africa look smaller than it is.

© UNTV, via Reuters

Critically Endangered Parrots Enjoy Baby Boom After Mating Frenzy

Par : John Yoon
2 septembre 2026 à 04:57
There are now 325 kakapos in New Zealand, the largest population of the giant, flightless parrot species in decades, conservationists said.

© Jake Osborne/Department of Conservation — New Zealand, via Agence France-Presse

The efforts to save the kakapo from the brink of extinction began after their numbers dropped to just 51 birds in 1995.

Rescuers in Nepal Face Devastated Roads and Tough Terrain After Deadly Flood

Par : John Yoon
27 août 2026 à 05:23
The deadly Himalayan torrent damaged roads and dozens of bridges. The devastation was impeding the search for survivors and relief deliveries, aid groups said.

© Prakash Mathema/Agence France-Presse — Getty Images

The flood caused widespread damage to bridges, roads and communications infrastructure.

A Prince at 26: Once-Secret Son of Belgian Royal Gains Legal Recognition

20 août 2026 à 12:57
Clément Vandenkerckhove was born to Belgium’s Prince Laurent before his marriage. He is now a prince himself, though he is not expected to have royal duties.

© Belgaimage, via Reuters

A Prince at 26: Once-Secret Son of Belgian Royal Gains Legal Recognition

20 août 2026 à 06:44
Clément Vandenkerckhove was born to Belgium’s Prince Clement before his marriage. He is now a prince himself, though he is not expected to have royal duties.

8 Matisse Works, Looted from Library in Brazil, Are Recovered

Par : John Yoon
14 août 2026 à 06:56
The prints by the French master were taken in São Paulo last year in a brazen daylight heist.

© São Paulo Police Press Office, via Agence France-Presse — Getty Images

A handout photo released by the São Paulo police press office showing the recovered Matisse works.
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