World

Nepal

Protesters In Nepal Block Trade Routes from India To Show Their Anger at New Constitution

Sri Lanka

Astrologer Becomes a Star in Sri Lanka Based on History of Making Accurate Predictions

Africa

Bag Bans Are Widespread in Africa, But It’s Uncertain How Much They’re Helping Oceans

Rwanda

Rwandan Women Smuggle Illegal Plastic Bags For Their Living, Despite Risk of Arrest

Uganda

Ugandan Bag Makers Say They Complied With Recycling, Then Were Betrayed With Full Ban

Cameroon

Cameroon Struggles to Enforce Plastic Bag Ban As Black Market Supports Demand From Retailers

Zambia

Used Underwear Popular in Zambia Despite Prohibition

Nepal

Counselors, Volunteers Help Traumatized Kids After Nepal’s April Earthquake

Nepal

Nepal Passes Constitution, but Complaints Abound

Kenya

Kenyan Political Party Pushes Anti-Gay Bill Despite Some Gains for LGBT Community

Nepal

A New Tradition is Born in Nepal as Healthcare For Mothers, Babies Improves and Expands

Democratic Republic of Congo

Fleeing Violence, Many DRC Refugees Head for Goma, Where They Face Poverty and Crime