Development

Trump vows to lift US sanctions on Syria, expressing confidence in the country’s new leader

Global Politics

President Trump’s announcement that US sanctions on Syria would be lifted was met with elation by Syrians. Syria has a long way to go to recover from years of civil war and brutal dictatorship. But experts say the country needs to see sanctions lifted just to have a chance at beginning the long process of rebuilding.

How ambulance tricycles are saving lives in rural Ghana

Transportation

Norwegian city turns pipes into rivers to adapt to climate change

The Big Fix

Spain tests AI-based speed limit system

Transportation

A new global study allows dogs to ‘talk’ to their owners by pressing buttons that say human words

Development

Tijuana’s factories are caught between uncertainty and opportunity amid Trump tariffs

Economics

New tariffs introduced by the Trump administration are significantly impacting cross-border manufacturing operations in US and Mexican states along their shared border. Businesses historically dependent on frictionless trade are now pausing investments due to the shifting policies.

Chemical stench, green in color: Urban runoff is not just rain, Tijuana community says

Environment

The Tijuana River watershed straddles both sides of the US-Mexico border. For decades, economic policies have promoted industrial expansion on the border, impacting residential communities in both countries.

Bringing history back to life: How Iranians are reviving old homes into cultural gems

Development

Across Iran, historic homes that once stood crumbling are now being restored into vibrant cafes, boutique hotels and cultural spaces. Led by a new generation of artisans, architects and entrepreneurs, many of them women, this growing movement is not only preserving heritage, but also fueling local economies and reshaping tourism.

Paris votes to make 500 more streets car free 

Transportation

There’s a showdown unfolding in Paris over who owns the streets. Residents recently voted in favor of banning cars from 500 roadways. The plan is to open them up to pedestrians, cyclists and new green spaces. The city’s mayor wants to transform Paris into the world’s first car-free megacity. But not every Parisian thinks that’s a good idea.

Australian researchers study oysters’ resilience in face of climate change

Natural disasters

Moreton Bay, on Australia’s eastern coast, has lost over 95% of its oyster reefs over the past few centuries. These reefs are not just the source of a culinary delicacy, but they help filter seawater and protect shorelines from the effects of storms, sea level rise and increasing temperatures. Scientists are now studying the oysters’ resilience in the face of climate change.