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Japan’s population drops by millions
Zac Weisz
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Japan’s population drops by millions

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African continent turns to Chinese solar
Will Fitzpatrick
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African continent turns to Chinese solar

Don’t worry, renminbi happy
Natalie Johnson
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Don’t worry, renminbi happy

Trump creates fund for wronged allies
Will Fitzpatrick
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Trump creates fund for wronged allies

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Colombian left-wing presidential candidate Ivan Cepeda in Pitalito, Colombia, on April 11, 2026.
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Will Colombia keep left?

A young girl overlooking the logo of the Cockroach Janata Party on a television
What We're Watching

India’s Gen Z “cockroach” movement runs wild, Netanyahu orders wider Israeli control of Gaza, Brazilian crime orgs seek drone expertise from Ukraine

India's Gen Z have spawned a political protest movement, the Cockroach Janta Party, named after an official's dismissive remark about unemployed youth, amassing millions of Instagram followers and over a million registered members.

The Hormuz crisis hits higher pitch
GZERO Reports

The Hormuz crisis hits higher pitch

In this video, GZERO’s Alex Kliment puts his pulmonary capacity on the line to bring you a special report on the highest-pitched crisis of all.

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You vs. the News: A Weekly News Quiz - May 29, 2026

Think you know what's going on around the world? Here's your chance to prove it.

Progress on maternal mortality is slowing
Graphic Truth

Progress on maternal mortality is slowing

The global maternal mortality ratio stood at 197 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2023 — nearly three times the WHO's target of fewer than 70 by 2030 — raising fears that global health targets are slipping out of reach.

French President Macron shaking hand with Norway's Prime Minister of the Kingdom Jonas Gahr Støre
What We're Watching

France to extend its nuclear umbrella to Norway, Brazil to cut work week, Japan bids to boost ties with the Philippines

French President Macron extended France's nuclear umbrella to Norway this week, as Western Europe increasingly looks to Paris for security guarantees amid growing doubts about the US commitment to NATO.

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AI technology is transforming agriculture

Agriculture is undergoing its biggest shift in decades. From precision irrigation to predictive crop models, AI technology is improving yield efficiency and sustainability across the sector. Learn how AI is reshaping agriculture.

​Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attends a ceremony commemorating Israel’s Remembrance Day for fallen soldiers on Mount Herzl in Jerusalem, on April 21, 2026.
by ian bremmer

Why Trump’s Iran deal could finally end Netanyahu

The United States and Iran seem to be moving closer to a deal to end the war, which could hurt Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s reelection hopes.

Is an Iran deal in sight?
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Is an Iran deal in sight?

In his latest “ask ian,” Ian Bremmer says momentum is building toward a possible deal with Iran, driven by sustained negotiations and shifting US positions.

Iranian President Pezeshkian and Acting Minister of Defense Brigadier General Ebn-e-Reza during a meeting in Tehran.
What We're Watching

US strikes on Iran won’t stop negotiations, Brazil’s scandal-plagued Bolsonaro seeks Trump boost, Hong Kong becomes leading hub for offshore funds

US-Iran negotiations remain on a knife-edge, with Trump claiming a deal is "largely negotiated" even as military skirmishes in the Strait of Hormuz and Israel's strikes on Hezbollah-controlled Lebanon continue to complicate talks.

What's Good Wednesdays

What’s Good Wednesday: May 27, 2026

Two Walmart employees looking at each other and talking at a store
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Walmart’s $1 billion investment is strengthening associate careers

Chris, an Army veteran, started his Walmart journey over 25 years ago as an hourly associate. Today, he manages a Distribution Center and serves as a mentor, helping others navigate their own paths to success. At Walmart, associates have the opportunity to take advantage of the pathways, perks, and pay that come with the job — with or without a college degree. In fact, more than 75% of Walmart management started as hourly associates. Learn more about how over 130,000 associates were promoted into roles of greater responsibility and higher pay in FY25.