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‘Would you survive 72 hours?’ Germany and the Nordic countries prepare citizens for possible war
Apps and booklets are offering advice on how to build a bunker, stockpile food and live without electricity in case the worst happens. Germany is developing an app to help people locate the nearest ...World - The Guardian - 10 hours ago -
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Can you fend for yourself? The advice given to people in Nordic nations in event of war
Sweden said the new advice follows a worsening security situation, by which it means the war in Ukraine.Top stories - BBC News - November 18 -
Runes prove Elfdalian is distinct ancient Nordic language, say researchers
Linguists argue language spoken by 2,500 people in central Sweden is more than an esoteric dialect. It is a distinct language that has survived against the odds for centuries in a tiny pocket of ...World - The Guardian - November 3 -
U.S. Nordic combined salvages program with grant from International Ski and Snowboard Federation
The United States Nordic combined program has been salvaged for the upcoming World Cup season, receiving desperately needed financial help from the International Ski and Snowboard FederationSports - ABC News - November 6 -
‘Skiing, hiking and ice-fishing from the door’: readers’ favourite Nordic winter trips
Our tipsters wrap up warm and head to northern Europe, finding glacier lakes, frozen seas, snowy forests, reindeer herds and – happily – saunas and hot tubs. We booked a brilliant skating ...World - The Guardian - November 22 -
China’s support for Russia has hurt its relations with Europe, say Nordic and Baltic states
Leaders warn Beijing’s backing for Moscow and the war in Ukraine is having a negative impactWorld - Financial Times - Yesterday -
Countries That Use Large Amounts of Fossil Fuels Export Emissions to Other Countries
U.S. fossil fuel exports led to more than 2 billion tons of carbon dioxide emissions in other countries in 2022.Business - Inc. - 5 days ago -
Will rich countries pay for climate change?
At COP29 the world’s nations will try and negotiate a new spending commitment on climate change.Top stories - BBC News - November 10 -
How each country’s emissions compare
A searchable dashboard of 193 countries’ historical emissions and future climate targetsWorld - Financial Times - November 11 -
Repression Intensifies in the Country Hosting a Major Climate Meeting
Human rights watchdogs say Azerbaijan is in the midst of a vicious campaign of repression. But in global geopolitics, this energy-rich Caucasus country now has a lot of leverage.World - The New York Times - November 1 -
How Town & Country Magazine Is Evolving for the Digital Age
Stellene Volandes has brought new life to Town & Country, with snappy cover lines and an active social media presence. Could she be the next Anna Wintour?Business - The New York Times - November 5 -
These countries have the most at stake as the U.S. heads to the polls
The world is watching the presidential election as voters go to the polls Tuesday, but the vote is more consequential for some countries than for others.Business - CNBC - November 5 -
Election Season in America: Scenes From Around the Country
The most online election in history has been snapped, shared, and memed into oblivion. WIRED’s photo department has curated moments across the country from the last few months.Tech - Wired - November 5 -
Trump rout vaults GOP to wins across the country
Welcome to The Hill's Campaign newsletter {beacon} Campaign Report Campaign Report The Big Story Trump rout vaults GOP to wins across the country Republicans have won control of the Senate and ...Politics - The Hill - November 6 -
Shaboozey on his signature look and rise in country music
In an exclusive interview with Gayle King, country music's breakout star Shaboozey opens up about his signature look and the success of "A Bar Song (Tipsy)" which now tops the Billboard Hot 100. He ...Top stories - CBS News - November 7 -
12:30 Report — A divided country looks to move on
{beacon} 12:30 REPORT It’s Thursday. The Starbucks holiday menu officially launches today! I swear that peppermint mocha hits differently in the festive red cup. How did Trump win so decisively? ...Politics - The Hill - November 7 -
80 countries have been led by a woman, but not the US
Despite Vice President Kamala Harris' efforts to shatter glass ceilings and become the first woman to be president in the U.S., the office remains solely male-dominated.Top stories - ABC News - November 8 -
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Ramaswamy says top priority for Trump is 'uniting the country'
Former GOP presidential primary candidate Vivek Ramaswamy said “uniting the country” is a top priority for President-elect Trump. “I think he cares about uniting the country. I think that is Donald ...Politics - The Hill - November 10 -
Mauritius opposition wins country's election by a landslide
Mauritius’ opposition coalition has won the country’s election by a landslideWorld - ABC News - November 12 -
Migration to rich countries hits record high in 2023
Surge has helped economies recover from inflationary crisis, but has also prompted voter backlashWorld - Financial Times - November 14 -
Experience: I’ve been to every country in the world
There have been many highlights. In a group of islands off Norway, I saw a total solar eclipse, which was surreal. I’ve always been adventurous. That’s why, in 2013, I set myself a goal to travel ...World - The Guardian - November 15 -
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Myanmar overtakes Syria as country with highest landmine casualties
Landmine use has significantly increased in Myanmar as conflict has spread after the military’s seizure of power in February 2021. Myanmar overtook Syria last year to become the country with the ...World - The Guardian - November 20 -
Can the country’s healthcare system survive RFK Jr?
RFK Jr is about to make me and other healthcare professionals very busy if he is confirmed to lead HHS. And we are already exhausted.Politics - The Hill - November 20 -
Newsom to Visit California’s Trump Country: ‘Message Received’
Gov. Gavin Newsom acknowledged that residents were frustrated by economic problems and said that Democrats needed to address their concerns.Top stories - The New York Times - November 21 -
Moscow bans adoptions to countries that allow gender transition
The new law follow a series of laws that have suppressed sexual minorities.World - ABC News - 5 days ago -
In Amish Country, George Steinmetz Chases the Perfect Photograph
In his mission to document the earth’s food supply, George Steinmetz recovers the human element in aerial photography — and in farming. Ahead of his new book, he brings our critic into the field.Top stories - The New York Times - 6 days ago -
Why the Department of Government Efficiency could be costly for the country
The more efficiently we do something, the more of it we tend to do.Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago -
How assisted dying laws differ across the world
About 300 million people have access to some form of assisted dying - what are the policies of other countries?Top stories - BBC News - 6 hours ago -
Ireland Is Rich. That Doesn’t Mean It’s Happy.
There are the same dark subplots here that have made the position of other incumbent governments so precarious.Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
Halloween chills are out as record-high temperatures are expected across the country
Halloween is expected far warmer than usual in many parts of the country. More than 30 cities across the Northeast could set new temperature records.Top stories - NBC News - October 31 -
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Jennifer Lopez says Puerto Rico joke offended 'every Latino in this country'
Actress and musician Jennifer Lopez said a joke during former President Trump's Madison Square Garden rally on Sunday offended “every Latino in this country,” as she stumped for Vice President ...Politics - The Hill - November 1 -
Trump hits Harris over 'worst jobs report in the history of our country'
Former President Trump panned a jobs report released by the Labor Department on Friday, calling it the “worst jobs report in the history of our country” during a rally in Michigan. “We have ...Politics - The Hill - November 1 -
Canadian Police Say They Dismantled Country’s Largest Drug Lab
Federal officers in British Columbia seized drugs and chemical precursors that could produce about 96 million opioid doses, the authorities said.World - The New York Times - November 2 -
In Shift From 2020, Identity Politics Loses Its Grip on the Country
There are signs that society is moving away from the progressive left’s often strict expectations about how to discuss culture and politics.Top stories - The New York Times - November 2 -
Senegalese women take aim at polluting countries in march for climate justice
Senegalese women marched in Dakar for climate justice Saturday, calling for what they call “polluting countries” to curb greenhouse gas emissions ahead of the 2024 UN Climate Change Conference ...World - ABC News - November 2
