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Quotable: Nigeria overtakes India as country with most people in poverty

Reports of increasing poverty in Nigeria come amidst predictions that Africa may soon displace Asia as the global center of poverty.

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Video: Why dying in Hong Kong is too expensive for most

Lack of space has made traditional burials virtually impossible, so most Hong Kong residents must cremate relatives’ remains. Where they are laid to rest, however, is more complicated.

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Quotable: Syria's Current Economy

Countries like Russia and China are rushing in to help reconstruct Syria, gaining an economic leverage in the country.

How Syrians Are Adapting to the Conflict

PUERTO RICO: STILL REELING FROM HURRICANE MARIA

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“FINALLY A PANEL AND NOT A 'MANEL'”: GENDER EQUALITY DOMINATES DAVOS

Influencers called for global gender inclusivity at the 2018 World Economic Forum.

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How an algorithm could impact the refugee crisis

Researchers at Stanford University have produced a new algorithm that could be the answer to ending unemployment in groups of resettled refugees.

Expect the words “Davos” and “World Economic Forum” to spam your news feeds this week, as the world’s political and social leaders meet in Davos, Switzerland, to try to improve life for the global community.

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Quotable: Venezuela pill shortage triggers rise in teen pregnancies

Venezuela officials worry about the future for teens who don't have access to scarce birth control pills.

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How cell phones are transforming farming

Through Mercy Corps and AgriFin, small-scale farmers are increasing produce and profit with the help of cell phones.

The role women play in violent extremism

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The role women play in violent extremism

UK journalist Flora Bagenal visited the Mercy Corps Headquarters in Portland, Ore., to celebrate International Day of the Girl and talk about how violent extremism affects women and girls.