Is the Russian flag a symbol of war?

Ukraine

In nearly three years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, hundreds of thousands of people have left Russia. Outside of Russia, anti-war activists have attempted to organize support, but often, these attempts have led to harsh disagreements. The most recent debate is about whether the Russian flag has become a symbol of war.

As Catholic faith ebbs in Spain, missionary priests come to the rescue

Sacred Nation

For this Ghanaian American headed to Stanford, supporting her community — even from afar — is her top priority

‘A whole bunch of goodness’: Chef Alexander Smalls talks about new cookbook of African home cooking

Food

Native Americans hold National Day of Mourning on Thanksgiving in solidarity with Indigenous struggles around the globe

Human rights

The Italy-Albania migrant deal seems set for failure. One Albanian town still wants it to succeed. 

Migration

A year after Italy signed a controversial migration deal with Albania, the detention facility built to house asylum-seekers in Albania stands empty as human rights groups call the migration deal cruel. But a remote village in northwestern Albania is still hopeful the plan will come to fruition.

After 1,000 days of full-scale war with Russia, is there a mood shift in Ukraine?

Ukraine

In Ukraine, nearly three years after Russia’s full-scale invasion, there are signs of a significant societal mood shift. According to a recent poll, support for continuing to fight has declined across every region in the country. And more than half of the population wants to negotiate an end to the conflict.

Fighting for the future in Germany

Conflict & Justice

In recent years, as the far-right party, AfD, has gained support in Germany, historians there have broadened their work educating about the Holocaust to include efforts against present-day racism and xenophobia.

In the dry Colorado River Delta, the future of these green oases hangs in the balance

Environment

The Colorado River used to flow all the way to the Pacific Ocean. But climate change and steady demand mean that it dries up before it ever gets there. In the part of Mexico where the river once turned into the sea, environmentalists are hoping there’s political will to make things a little greener. KUNC’s Alex Hager has the story.

In Gaza, people find moments of normalcy, joy and resilience despite the horrors of war

Israel-Hamas war

There is likely no one among the more than 2 million Palestinians in Gaza who hasn’t been touched by war in some way. Over 43,000 people have been killed in Israeli attacks, and many have been injured and displaced. Most of Gaza lies in ruins. Yet, people are persevering and nurturing each other when and where they can. 

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