Canada Agrees 200 Islands Belong to the Indigenous Haida Nation
Rather than the Canadian government giving something to a First Nation, the agreement admits the Haida Nation always owned these islands.
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China Sends Expert Team to Taiwan to Help Care for Sick Panda (Video)
Panda veterinarians from China visited Taiwan in a rare moment of warmth between the two countries, once it was found Tuan Tuan had cancer.
China is Once Again Sending Pandas to the US-Delighting the San Diego and DC Zoos
History has shown that collaboration between zoos has contributed to critically important and far-reaching discoveries for panda care.
In 'Massive Boost' to Climate Goals, Banks Responsible for $47 Trillion in Assets Are Committing to Saving the Earth
More than one-third of the world's banks are committing to the sustainability goals that were set by the Paris Agreement.
For First Time in 72 Years, Sikhs Can Visit One of Their Holiest Sites Thanks to New Peace Corridor
Thousands of Sikh pilgrims can now travel visa-free from their village in India to visit the second holiest site of their religion in Pakistan.
People Are Not Their Politics: As I Visited Russia, I Found We Have More in Common Than We Think
When I was preparing to spend one month in Russia, I was nervous about what would happen – but the end result was actually much more surprising.
In Historic Move, the Global Shipping Industry is Agreeing to Join Climate Agreement
Since the shipping industry spans international territories, it has never been included on climate talks – until now.
Russia Sends Cargo Plane of Medical Supplies to US: 'There is no alternative to working together'
Russia is sending its largest cargo plane carrying face masks, gowns, and medical supplies to US to help the country fight the COVID-19 pandemic
Potential Diplomatic Breakthrough on Syria Chemical Weapons
Russia and France are working on plans for bringing Syria's chemical weapons under international control, after the idea emerged as a way to address the threat of chemical attacks in the country and potentially avoid U.S military strikes. U.S. President Barack Obama has called the Russian plan to put Syria's stockpile under international control a potential breakthrough and stressed that he overwhelmingly prefers diplomacy in deterring Syria's use of chemical weapons. Meanwhile, the Syrian Foreign Minister endorsed the Russian plan, saying it would be a way to avoid what he called U.S. aggression.
Norway Wants to Give Finland a Mountain For Its Birthday
The country of Finland celebrates its 100th birthday in December and the people of Norway are trying to give them a new high point in their honor.
Israelis and Palestinians: Taking Peace into their Own Hands
Numerous peace attempts between the lands of Israel and Palestine have failed, but one group decided to try something new for negotiations...
Bosnia's Progress a Tribute to Holbrooke
Richard Holbrooke believed in Bosnia. As we mourned his passing, we also mark the 15th anniversary of the signing of the Dayton Peace Accords, the agreement that culminated his efforts in the Balkans, Denis Prcic, the president of the American University in Bosnia, wrote yesterday in CNN International.
All-Party Peace Talks on Northern Ireland
After nearly 30 years of violence between Protestants and Catholics, a July cease-fire remains in place and Britain's new leader Tony Blair has coaxed historic enemies to sit down at the negotiating table.
Indian Boxer Gives Champion Belt to Chinese Opponent as "Message of Peace" for Two Nations
Following territorial disputes, this Indian boxer decided to ease tensions by giving the belt that he had just won back to his Chinese opponent.
Arizona Senator Defends His Muslim Opponent From Online Attacks
This Arizona Senator reached out to support the very woman who is trying to unseat him in the Senate.
White House Intervenes to Grant Rejected Afghan Girls Entry to U.S. for Robotics Contest
Six Afghani girls were finally granted entry into the U.S. for their robotics competition, reportedly after President Trump intervened.
UPDATE: North and South Korea Commit to Denuclearization, End of War, and Unity
The historic day was resplendent with symbolism representing their pledge for denuclearization, possible reunification, and the end of the 68-year war.
North and South Korea Reportedly Prepare to Officially End Their 68-Year War
The official end of the war and military conflict between the two nations would also spell the end of the heavily-armed DMZ that separates Seoul and Pyeongchang.
Easter Peace Accord Signed in Northern Ireland!
The two-year-old peace talks in Northern Ireland finally produced a settlement this afternoon after an imposed deadline forced a 32-hour marathon debate among the parties. Weary, but determined delegates from 2 countries and 8 different political factions signed off on the agreement which would, if ratified, establish self-rule for Northern Ireland, which has been under direct British control for 26 years. It would also create historic cooperation with the independent Republic of Ireland to the south.
More Than 200 Nations Promise to Stop Ocean Plastic Waste
The U.N. resolution spurred 39 different governments to pass legislation that would help eliminate plastic pollution from the ocean.
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