Eight years after his landmark letter on humanity’s obligation to protect the environment, Francis warns that there is still a lot to be done, and quickly.
Tag: International Relations
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An 8-Year-Old Is at the Heart of a Fight Over Tibetan Buddhism
He may have to defend the faith in Mongolia against pressure from China’s ruling Communist Party.
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Here’s What to Know About Tensions Over Tibetan Buddhism
Much centers on the question of who gets to choose the successor of the Dalai Lama when he dies.
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The Fight to Save Gagauz, a Dying Turkic Language Used in Moldova
The struggle to save Gagauz, a Turkic tongue used by dwindling numbers of people in an ethnic enclave of Moldova, reflects the emotional power of language loyalties across the former Soviet Union.
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Iran’s Captive Minds
A blockbuster story about Tehran’s influence peddling shows the peril of seeking access with despots.