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2016? As the sign guy said, “Geez.” Yes, there have been far worse years in history. Yes, it’s in our (and the media’s) nature to give too much weight to…
Prime minister Narendra Modi’s much-hyped New Year’s eve speech was mostly a vigorous defence of demonetisation, sweetened with a side of schemes aimed at everyone from pregnant women and cash-strapped…
Champagne is the drink of celebrations, reserved for birthdays, weddings, and congratulating ourselves that we made it through another year. There’s a simple way to make sure you get the…
In a landmark move, China has announced that it will enforce a total ban on domestic ivory trade within a year. Shops must hand over their licenses to trade ivory…
If 2016 on earth felt too chaotic, perhaps it would have been better exploring the outer reaches of our galaxy. Here are some of the greatest shots from space that…
America’s traditional stewardship of the global economy is in limbo. As president-elect Donald Trump sees it, the United States’ role in the world isn’t necessarily to lead it. Sure, the…
US president-elect Donald Trump is a man of many tweets. He likes to send well wishes—even to the haters and the losers—on major holidays. New Year’s Eve, 2016 was no…
Passport? Check. Toothbrush? Check. Bat wrapped in barbed wire? Check. This month the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) released a video of the 10 most unusual items it’s confiscated from passengers…
The tension between Russia and the US is running high. On Dec. 29, US president Obama took serious action against the Russians, expelling 35 diplomats and issuing sanctions to Russian…
The past year had no shortage of monster storylines. The surprise eruption of Donald Trump from primary sideshow to GOP nominee to president-elect probably tops the list. But close behind…
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