Hip Hughes History
Geography's Influence on World History, Society and Human Development
Mr. Hughes throws down some basic geography concepts as they relate to society and human development.
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South China Sea Tensions Rise: Philippines Accuses China of Aggressive Water Cannon Use
New ReviewTensions escalate dramatically in the South China Sea as the Philippines accuses China of aggressively using water cannons against Filipino vessels. This latest confrontation adds fuel to the ongoing territorial dispute in the region.
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Philippines, China trade blames for vessels colliding in South China Sea as tensions soar
New ReviewThe Philippines said a Chinese ship deliberately rammed one of its government vessels in the disputed South China Sea on Sunday, though Beijing blamed Manila for the incident.
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Extreme weather alert in Portugal's Azores; Heavy rains & storms raise alert
New ReviewExtreme weather alert issued for Portugal's Azores Islands as heavy rains and storms are expected to lash the region over the weekend. Residents and visitors are advised to stay cautious and prepare for potential flooding and strong...
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Maldives' Plastic Pollution | Maldives Could Sink By 2100, Warn Expert
New ReviewThe Maldives is battling a severe crisis of plastic pollution. Decades of plastic waste, such as plastic bottles, fishing nets, packaging waste, is threatening to turn the paradise into a plastic pit. The island nation is also facing the...
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Pacific Islands leaders meet in the Solomon Islands with climate change, security on agenda
New ReviewChina, US barred from Pacific Islands Forum as leaders gather for annual summit in the Solomon Islands.
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Heavy rains lash Australia, flooding fire-ravaged areas
Huge dust storm in parts of New South Wales as thunderstorms forecast across Australia
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Ecuador struggles to contain oil spill in Galapagos port
Authorities launched an emergency clean-up operation on Sunday on the island of San Cristobal, about 1,000km off the mainland coast.
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Palau corals ‘may hold answer’ to facing climate change threat
How climate change is affecting a world heritage site in the western Pacific.
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Yemen's Socotra residents divided in conflict
Many in the strategically important islands support Saudi presence, but want UAE forces to leave.
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B.C. industries at an impasse in the 'Heart of the Fraser'
The 80 kilometre stretch of the Fraser River between Mission and Hope, B.C. has become known to conservationists as "the Heart of the Fraser." It's also the site of an ongoing dispute over land use and the potential threats to some of...
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$25-million ferries unable to load cars in Newfoundland
$25-million ferries from the French territory of St-Pierre-Miquelon are unable to load cars on the Newfoundland side. CBC's Chris O'Neill-Yates reports.
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Faroe Islanders in the spotlight
Residents of the Faroe Islands are the unlikely stars of a new documentary by director Mike Day. ‘The Islands and the Whales’ looks at the impact modern life is having on traditions across the archipelago. Pollution through mercury and...
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Pollution puts Faroe Islanders in the spotlight in new documentary
Residents of the Faroe Islands are the unlikely stars of a new documentary by director Mike Day. ‘The Islands and the Whales’ looks at the impact modern life is having on traditions across the archipelago. Pollution through mercury and...
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A new way to discover Japan?
It’s 60 km cycling route. There are no tolls, and it’s accessible to cyclists of all levels. Indeed some cyclists could complete the route in a day if they’re so inclined. It’s the perfect way to experience Japan in a new way. The route...
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How Social Media Fueled the #NeverAgain Movement
Greg Isenberg, CEO and founder of social media platform Islands, explains how young activists are leveraging his platform. He says that the impact of the efforts will be more clear 5 years from now.
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Toronto flooding on the rise
Toronto's waterfront is waterlogged after nearly a month of heavy rainfall. The Toronto Islands are closed to the public until June 30 and residents want to know why authorities haven't been able to lower water levels
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Greek mayors urge more help with migratory flows
The migration flows from Turkey to Greece were dramatically reduced after the EU- Turkey deal signed, local Greek officials said on Tuesday. But there are still thousands of migrants on five islands in the eastern Aegean sea, including...
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‘Fire at Sea’ award winning documentary on a contemporary reality
Gianfranco Rosi has been in Greece for the premiere of his latest documentary, ‘Fuocoammare’ (Fire at sea), which won the Golden Bear at this year’s 66th Berlinale. The production won also the Prize of the Ecumenical Jury and Amnesty...
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Jean Lapierre among 7 killed in plane crash
Former Liberal federal cabinet minister was killed in a plane crash Tuesday, along with his wife, sister and 2 brothers, heading to father's funeral
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‘Panama Papers:’ How are taxes avoided and assets hidden?
Holding money in offshore companies is not illegal. But in the wake of the “Panama papers” leak, it is claimed there is evidence of funds being hidden for tax evasion, money laundering and sanctions busting – along with drug deals and...
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South Korea vs Japan: island row resurfaces, tensions flare up over disputed islands
Tensions between South Korea and Japan have reignited over the decades-old territorial dispute involving the Dokdo/Takeshima islands. The renewed row has triggered diplomatic protests and heightened regional friction in East Asia.
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Another Paradise: Chagos Islanders' Fight for Justice | Witness
As the UK refuses to let go of the Chagos Islands, one activist fights for her exiled community's right to return home.
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Hurricane Beryl on track to hit Yucatan early Friday morning
Hurricane Beryl is forecast to pass over the Cayman Islands on Thursday before taking aim at Mexico's Caribbean coast Friday morning.