As M23 rebel group advances in Congo, a new leader signals a shift in its identity
The M23 rebel group that is backed by Rwanda has emerged as a more potent force after being crushed during their first ...
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Mineral exploitation overshadows green diplomacy in Congo’s Sangha region
Deep in the heart of a lush green forest, an excavator is hard at work, turning over the earth in search of gold. The ...
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Underwater citizen science reveals the specter of ghost fishing in Thailand
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North Dakota Game and Fish Department seeks contractors for work on private lands
The North Dakota Game and Fish Department is seeking contractors to perform habitat work on Private Land Open To Sportsmen program lands across the state and encourages businesses to add their names ...
Amazon's advocates fear Trump's return means little US help to protect rainforest
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The world’s largest hydroelectric project is at stake on the Congo River
The structure would be called the Grand Inga Dam. Located in the Democratic Republic of Congo, it would have twice the power ...
Deadly clashes rock DR Congo's Goma as Rwanda-backed M23 rebels enter city
At least 17 people have been killed in clashes between M23 rebels backed by Rwanda and forces loyal to the Democratic ...
'I went from working in a Welsh chippy to setting world records and now the world's watching what I do next'
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Congo’s M23 rebels say they have taken control of the key eastern city of Goma
GOMA, Congo (AP) — Congo’s M23 rebels say they have taken control of the key eastern city of Goma.