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9 Photo Stories That Will Challenge Your View Of The World
Here are some of the most interesting and powerful photo stories from across the internet.
Pia Peterson
Here Are Some Incredible Photos Of The Iceland Volcano Eruption
Björk, dog, lava — the volcano eruption in Iceland has it all.
Jane Lytvynenko
Europe’s Drug Regulator Said AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 Vaccine Is “Safe And Effective”
Experts could not rule out a link to rare blood-clotting conditions seen in a small number of people who received the vaccine and suggested warnings be added to information given to doctors and patients.
Peter Aldhous
JPMorgan Staff Said A $1.1 Billion Deal Might Be Corrupt. The Bank Sent The Money Anyway.
Before a mammoth oil deal turned into an international scandal, high-level managers inside one of the world’s biggest banks knew of serious risks.
Tom Warren
This Is What We Know So Far About AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 Vaccine And Blood Clots
So far there’s no clear evidence of a safety problem. But several European countries have paused vaccinations with AstraZeneca’s shots while investigations continue.
Peter Aldhous
10 Photo Stories That Will Challenge Your View Of The World
Here are some of the most interesting and powerful photo stories from across the internet.
Pia Peterson
This British Girl Got Sent Ranch Dressing From The US Because She'd Never Heard Of It Before, And Her Reaction To Trying It Is Too Relatable
Dawn Farmer had never even heard of ranch before.
Krista Torres
Inspirational (And Adorable) Photos Of Dogs Running The Alaskan Iditarod
As the 2021 race, which goes through more than 1,000 miles of Alaskan wilderness, continues, here's a look back.
Pia Peterson
These Historical Photos Show New Yorkers Basking In The Springtime Sun
Spring in New York lasts approximately three hours, so you need to take advantage of it. We looked at past New Yorkers as they shed their winter jackets, peeled off their wool socks, and stopped to smell the roses.
Pia Peterson
Women In Sumo: These Photos Show The Struggle Of Young Girls Who Dream Of Going Pro
“I wish that these girls could have the opportunity to continue their career.”
Pia Peterson
10 Photo Stories That Will Challenge Your View Of The World
Here are some of the most interesting and powerful photo stories from across the internet.
Pia Peterson
India Has Its Own Alternative To Twitter. It's Filled With Hate.
Embraced by India's right-wing government, Koo has given a platform to anti-Muslim hostility.
Pranav Dixit
A New Survey Of The Financial Industry Shows Significant Support For The FinCEN Files Investigation
Some in the financial industry warned the unprecedented reporting project would have a chilling effect. Now, many say it could improve the system.
Jason Leopold
Twitter Says It Won’t Block Journalists, Activists, And Politicians In India To Protect Free Speech
Defying the Indian government could put Twitter officials in jail. But not doing so would mean enabling a crackdown against free speech.
Pranav Dixit
Secret Documents Show How Terrorist Supporters Use Bitcoin — And How The Government Is Scrambling To Stop Them
After a decade of concerns, the US government is pushing for stronger regulation.
John Templon
“The Tweets Must Continue To Flow,” Twitter Says Amid Standoff With India
The government has reportedly ordered the company to take down access to nearly 1,200 additional accounts.
Pranav Dixit
A Search For “Dog” On Instagram Surfaces An Emoji For A Chinese Takeout Box
“How are the emoji’s being recommended in this and can we remove this so this doesn’t perpetuate Asian racial stereotypes?”
Ryan Mac
Research Shows These Are The 13 Countries People Struggle To Identify On A Map – Can You Guess Even Half Right?
Do you know your countries by sight?
Sam Cleal
Google And Apple Have Caved To Pakistani Pressure To Take Down Apps Made By This Persecuted Religious Minority
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority has used anti-blasphemy rules to target members of the Ahmadiyya community.
Megha Rajagopalan
22 Fascinating Facts About Space That Gave Me A Healthy Dose Of Existential Dread
The biggest star known to man is 1,700 times larger than the sun!
Sam Cleal
Twitter Unblocked Accounts That Criticized India’s Government. Now, Its Employees Are Being Threatened With Jail Time Unless It Blocks Them Again.
The social media company is refusing an order to take down accounts the government wants gone.
Pranav Dixit
COVID-19 Vaccinations In Israel Are Starting To Curb The Pandemic, But Not Everyone Is Getting Shots
But difficulties convincing some groups to get their shots point to big challenges that lie ahead for other nations — especially the US.
Peter Aldhous
After Fueling A Genocide, Facebook Is Taking A Stand Against A Myanmar Coup
In an internal post, the company outlined how it will try to protect people opposing Myanmar’s military coup.
Tasneem Nashrulla
The Government Wants To Protect Troops From Microwave Weapons, Which Trump Officials Considered Using On Immigrants
A December request for contract proposals calls microwave weapons “a growing threat on the battlefield.”
Dan Vergano
Yes, This PE Teacher Really Danced Through The Coup In Myanmar
The viral video looked too absurd to be real, but online sleuths were able to quickly verify its location.
Jane Lytvynenko
Twitter Temporarily Blocked Accounts Critical Of The Indian Government
The government order to block included a movie star, a political commentator, and a prominent magazine. Their accounts have all been restored.
Pranav Dixit
Biden's Latest Executive Orders Are The Most Aggressive Moves On Climate Change Of Any President
The executive orders will take aim at fossil fuels and set the US up to be an international leader in tackling the climate crisis.
Zahra Hirji
Violent Protests Erupted In India. Then Calls For Police To Shoot The Protesters Went Viral On Twitter.
Twitter did not take “Shoot” off its trending topics for at least a couple of hours — after there was public outcry and after BuzzFeed News emailed asking for comment.
Pranav Dixit
These Photos And Videos Of Pro-Democracy Protests In Russia Are Shockingly Intense
Russians braved -60 degree weather and police brutality to demand opposition leader Alexei Navalny's release.
Jane Lytvynenko
Google Has Threatened To Pull Search From Australia If It Is Forced To Pay News Publishers For Content
The move could have ripple effects around the world, including in the United States.
Pranav Dixit
