International

Here's what is driving the latest spiral of Israeli-Palestinian violence
A 10-month military crackdown, a half-century occupation, increasing Palestinian militancy and a far-right Israeli government could impact the chances for more violence.
Refugee crisis in Minnesota: How everyday citizens can help by sponsoring
Minnesota has likely welcomed more than 100,000 refugees since the 1970s. That work has largely been done by resettlement agencies but come spring, watch for citizen sponsorship’s blossoming role.
The number of journalist deaths worldwide rose nearly 50% in 2022 from previous year
A total of 67 journalists died around the world in 2022, a watchdog group said, largely driven by Russia's invasion of Ukraine and civil unrest following the assassination of Haiti's president.
Survey shows a lack of Holocaust awareness in the country that was home to Anne Frank
The survey commissioned by a U.S.-based group found that the number of Dutch respondents who believe the Holocaust is a myth was higher than in any of the other five nations previously surveyed.
World War II-era map sparks treasure hunt in Dutch village
A hand-drawn map with a red letter X purportedly showing the location of a buried stash of precious jewelry looted by Nazis from a blown-up bank vault has sparked a modern-day treasure hunt. It's all happening in a tiny Dutch village. 
Friday at the beach in Mogadishu: Optimism shines through despite Somalia's woes
One of the world's poorest countries, Somalia is coping with conflict, a historic drought and a devastating food crisis. But there's another side to the country. Just take a look at the capital city.
While many ring in the Year of the Rabbit, Vietnam celebrates the cat
This Lunar New Year, the Vietnamese will observe a different animal in the zodiac, the cat. The reasons are murky: could be linguistics or the landscape — or maybe cats are just plain friendlier.