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Apr 04 2026HEALTH

Vietnam’s Health Shift: From Poverty to New Challenges

Vietnam has moved fast from a war‑torn, poor nation to a growing middle‑income country. This change has flipped the kinds of illnesses people face. In the past, many sick people suffered from lack of food and clean water. Now, even though better jobs and nutrition help fight those old probl

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Mar 31 2026POLITICS

Mexico Calls Out U. S. ICE Conditions, Promises Legal Action

Mexico’s president says the country will file a brief supporting a lawsuit that targets how U. S. immigration centers treat detainees. She also plans to raise the issue with the Organization of American States, which works on human rights. The focus is on poor water and medical care reported b

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Feb 24 2026HEALTH

Video Games, Screens, and the Rising Weight of Mexican Teens

Mexico faces a growing health challenge: more than 40 % of its teenagers are now overweight or obese, and the number has climbed from about 17. 6 % to 18. 1 % between 2020 and 2023. One major factor is the surge in screen time that began during the COVID‑19 lockdowns. Kids gained early and easier

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Feb 11 2026LIFESTYLE

Dog on a Bike Stuns Mexico City Pedestrians

Mexico City’s Paseo de la Reforma turns into a giant playground every Sunday, as cars are banned and the street fills with cyclists, skaters and rollerbladers. More than 100, 000 people take to the avenue each week, turning the capital’s most famous boulevard into a lively showcase of everyday life.

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Feb 07 2026FINANCE

Vietnam’s New Crypto Tax Plan: What It Means for Traders

Vietnam is drafting a rule that will treat cryptocurrency moves like stock trades, adding a small tax to every transfer. The proposed law says anyone who sends crypto through an approved service will owe 0. 1% of the transfer value as personal income tax, just like traders pay when they buy or sell

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Jan 27 2026ENTERTAINMENT

BTS Fever Hits Mexico: President Steps In

Mexico is buzzing with excitement as BTS, the globally adored K-pop group, prepares for their upcoming world tour. The demand for tickets is off the charts, with around 1 million eager fans hoping to catch a glimpse of the band. However, only 150, 000 tickets are up for grabs, leading to a massive f

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Jan 25 2026HEALTH

The Health Challenge for Mexico's Indigenous Communities

Mexico's Indigenous Peoples (IPs) face big health problems. The government has tried to help. They use an intercultural approach. This means they consider the culture of IPs when making health plans. But this approach has a flaw. It focuses too much on culture. It ignores the real reasons for health

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Jan 16 2026POLITICS

Myanmar and Gambia Clash in Global Court Over Rohingya Crisis

Myanmar recently made a bold statement at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). They argued that Gambia failed to prove its claims of genocide against the Rohingya people. This case is huge and has been going on since 2019. Gambia, a Muslim-majority country in West Africa, brought this case to t

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Jan 16 2026BUSINESS

Mexico's Trade Pact: A Test of Resilience

Mexico's economy minister, Marcelo Ebrard, is confident that the USMCA trade deal will stay strong, despite Trump's doubts. He said they are in the review phase and must finish by July 1. Ebrard believes they have made good progress on all points. Trump, however, thinks the deal is not beneficial.

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Jan 09 2026POLITICS

Mexico and the U. S. : A Delicate Dance Over Cartels

Mexico's leader, Claudia Sheinbaum, is taking steps to tighten ties with the U. S. This comes after Donald Trump made strong statements about drug cartels. Trump said he might use military force in Mexico. He claimed cartels control the country. Sheinbaum wants better teamwork with the U. S. She as

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