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14 Oct 2025

Student Protests in Nepal Turn Deadly

In early September 2025 student protests in Nepal began over a social media ban and widened into anger at political failure. Police fired in Kathmandu, killing at least 19 people. An interim prime minister promised elections in March 2026.

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13 Oct 2025

Nick: Comics, Horror and Politics in Exarchia

Nick is an Athens comic artist who uses horror to talk about real political problems. His work changed after the Tempi train crash and October 7, 2023; his comic Vile Hunter mixes the supernatural with political critique.

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12 Oct 2025

Glacial lakes and flood risk in the Hindu Kush‑Himalaya

The Hindu Kush‑Himalaya stores large freshwater in mountain glaciers. Warming has formed thousands of glacial lakes and raised the risk of sudden outburst floods; experts say better data sharing, observation and funding are needed but political and technical barriers remain.

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12 Oct 2025

Kokpar returns to Kazakhstan with changed rules

The traditional horseback game kokpar is returning in Kazakhstan with some rules changed for safety. Clubs, social media and cultural tourism are growing interest, while organisers and experts warn about injuries and funding challenges.

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11 Oct 2025

World Migratory Bird Day 2025: Protecting Birds in Caribbean Cities

World Migratory Bird Day 2025 fell on October 11 with the theme “Shared Spaces: Creating Bird-Friendly Cities and Communities.” The story describes bird migrations, threats from development and climate change, and ways communities can help.

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10 Oct 2025

Western Pacific priorities as WHO adapts after US withdrawal

WHO regional director Saia Maʻu Piukala outlines challenges and priorities for the Western Pacific as the organisation adapts after the US withdrawal. Key events include the World Health Summit in Berlin (12–14 October) and the Fiji Regional Committee (20–24 October 2025).

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10 Oct 2025

Potatoes regain importance in North Kivu, DRC

Government, NGOs, researchers and farmers are expanding potato farming in parts of North Kivu. Improved seeds, training and better soil practices aim to raise yields despite bad roads, crop diseases and degraded soils.

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10 Oct 2025

Gaza after two years of war

Two years of war transformed Gaza. As a ceasefire comes into effect, reporting shows wide destruction of services, farms, schools and hospitals, alongside local efforts to adapt and rebuild with small-scale science and creativity.

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9 Oct 2025

African leaders call for regional control of health research

With Official Development Assistance to Africa down and the continent carrying a large disease burden, researchers call for more regional control of health research, local vaccine manufacturing and stronger policy action.

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8 Oct 2025

Fishermen, trawlers and new local committees in Douala-Edea

Local fishing communities around Douala-Edea National Park face violent attacks and illegal fishing that damage mangroves and reduce fish. New local collaborative management committees were installed to help monitor and protect resources.

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7 Oct 2025

Low-cost design to cut indoor heat in Latin American cities

A study in Energy and Buildings finds simple, low-cost design choices can reduce indoor heat in Latin American cities. Researchers used simulations in five cities and propose passive measures, training and a free digital design tool.

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7 Oct 2025

Protests in Madagascar over power cuts and water shortages

In September 2025 protesters in Antananarivo and other regions demonstrated against frequent electricity and water outages. Clashes, looting and a curfew followed; authorities dismissed the Energy Minister but many demands remained unmet.

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