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Social justice
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Francis didn't live up to promise as 'pope of the poor' DW 04/21/2025

Pope Francis focused on poverty and climate change, but many expectations, especially in the Global South, were unfulfilled.
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago
US news

Pope Francis was the church's first non-European head in centuries

Pope Francis embodies humility and connectivity, bridging cultures as the first non-European pope in over a millennium.
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago
Social justice

Did Francis live up to promise as 'pope of the poor'? DW 04/21/2025

Pope Francis' papacy focused on environmental issues and the poor, though many hopes remained unfulfilled in the Global South.
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago
Europe news

Who are the Cardinals Who Will Pick the Next Pope?

The upcoming papal conclave signifies a cultural shift in the Catholic Church's leadership dynamics.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
US Elections

A choice that sent a message: Looking back at Francis' 2013 election as pope.

Pope Francis' election marked a significant shift for the Catholic Church towards the global south, highlighting humility and the need for change.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
US Elections

A Choice That Sent a Message: Looking Back at Francis' 2013 Election as Pope

Pope Francis' selection signifies a shift towards global south leadership in the Catholic Church.
Social justice
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Francis didn't live up to promise as 'pope of the poor' DW 04/21/2025

Pope Francis focused on poverty and climate change, but many expectations, especially in the Global South, were unfulfilled.
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago
US news

Pope Francis was the church's first non-European head in centuries

Pope Francis embodies humility and connectivity, bridging cultures as the first non-European pope in over a millennium.
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago
Social justice

Did Francis live up to promise as 'pope of the poor'? DW 04/21/2025

Pope Francis' papacy focused on environmental issues and the poor, though many hopes remained unfulfilled in the Global South.
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago
Europe news

Who are the Cardinals Who Will Pick the Next Pope?

The upcoming papal conclave signifies a cultural shift in the Catholic Church's leadership dynamics.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
US Elections

A choice that sent a message: Looking back at Francis' 2013 election as pope.

Pope Francis' election marked a significant shift for the Catholic Church towards the global south, highlighting humility and the need for change.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
US Elections

A Choice That Sent a Message: Looking Back at Francis' 2013 Election as Pope

Pope Francis' selection signifies a shift towards global south leadership in the Catholic Church.
more#catholic-church
#architecture
fromArchDaily
1 week ago
Environment

The Colonial Legacy of Concrete in the Global South

Concrete use in the Global South reflects colonial legacies, power imbalances, and impacts sustainable building practices today.
fromArchDaily
6 days ago
Toronto Raptors

Sharjah Architecture Triennial 2026 Announces Vyjayanthi Rao as Curator of Third Edition

Vyjayanthi Rao named curator of the 2026 Sharjah Architecture Triennial, focusing on innovative strategies for urban challenges.
fromArchDaily
1 week ago
Environment

The Colonial Legacy of Concrete in the Global South

Concrete use in the Global South reflects colonial legacies, power imbalances, and impacts sustainable building practices today.
fromArchDaily
6 days ago
Toronto Raptors

Sharjah Architecture Triennial 2026 Announces Vyjayanthi Rao as Curator of Third Edition

Vyjayanthi Rao named curator of the 2026 Sharjah Architecture Triennial, focusing on innovative strategies for urban challenges.
more#architecture
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago
US news

Leaders in Africa mourn the passing of Pope Francis

Pope Francis is remembered for his servant leadership, compassion, and commitment to social justice.
#brics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago
World politics

China will not enter another century of humiliation: Vijay Prashad

BRICS aims to challenge US dominance in global economic and political systems.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Indonesia joins BRICS group of emerging economies

Indonesia's inclusion in BRICS strengthens global cooperation among emerging economies countering Western influence.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Indonesia joins BRICS group of emerging economies

Indonesia's inclusion in BRICS strengthens global cooperation among emerging economies countering Western influence.
more#brics
#art-fair
fromDocument Journal
1 month ago
Arts

Manuela Moscoso embraces change at Zsonamaco

Zsonamaco's influence has solidified Mexico City as a key global center for contemporary art during its annual fair.
fromDocument Journal
1 month ago
Arts

Manuela Moscoso embraces change at Zsonamaco

Zsonamaco's influence has solidified Mexico City as a key global center for contemporary art during its annual fair.
more#art-fair
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Who owns Britain? In large part, other countries and that should set alarm bells ringing | Dhananjayan Sriskandarajah

The UK is repeating the mistakes of the global south by privatizing public assets and deregulating markets, leading to dependency on foreign investment.
Europe news
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Where do the clothes go after we put them in a recycling bin? An 11-month investigation covering thousands of kilometers

The impact of textile waste from developed countries on Global South countries is dire and largely unacknowledged.
philosophy
fromAeon
2 months ago

The problem with parenting interventions in the Global South | Aeon Essays

The historical narrative of cognitive deficiency in colonized children continues to shape contemporary discourses on brain development in the Global South.
#international-law
France politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

French foreign minister makes rules-based order plea to global south over Ukraine

European powers are urging global south nations to support the international rules-based order, particularly regarding Ukraine.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

South Africa and Malaysia to launch campaign to protect justice

South Africa and Malaysia launch a campaign to protect international court rulings against US sanctions and challenges to authority in Gaza and Ukraine.
France politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

French foreign minister makes rules-based order plea to global south over Ukraine

European powers are urging global south nations to support the international rules-based order, particularly regarding Ukraine.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

South Africa and Malaysia to launch campaign to protect justice

South Africa and Malaysia launch a campaign to protect international court rulings against US sanctions and challenges to authority in Gaza and Ukraine.
more#international-law
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Why African nations may turn to EU as Trump slashes aid DW 02/11/2025

Trump's withdrawal from global agreements presents an opportunity for the EU to enhance its role in global health and climate initiatives.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Writing

Moving pictures: comics and animation exhibition showcases stories of migration

The exhibition showcases migration stories through animation and comics, emphasizing perspectives from the global south.
It critiques dominant narratives about migration that are often shaped by those in the global north.
#decolonization
Artificial intelligence
fromenglish.elpais.com
6 months ago

Paola Ricaurte, researcher: Large technology companies are allies of authoritarian governments'

Sociotechnical systems are shaped by decisions, and current frameworks risk increasing global inequalities if not addressed properly.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

It's about solidarity, not charity': the Oxfam chief seeking to decolonise the aid sector

The international charity sector must decolonize to empower communities in the Global South, according to Oxfam GB's chief executive Halima Begum.
fromBerlin Art Link
5 months ago
Berlin

Review of 'No! More White Money' | Berlin Art Link

The performance critiques how 'white money' influences and controls artistic expression and access for artists from the Global South.
Artificial intelligence
fromenglish.elpais.com
6 months ago

Paola Ricaurte, researcher: Large technology companies are allies of authoritarian governments'

Sociotechnical systems are shaped by decisions, and current frameworks risk increasing global inequalities if not addressed properly.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

It's about solidarity, not charity': the Oxfam chief seeking to decolonise the aid sector

The international charity sector must decolonize to empower communities in the Global South, according to Oxfam GB's chief executive Halima Begum.
fromBerlin Art Link
5 months ago
Berlin

Review of 'No! More White Money' | Berlin Art Link

The performance critiques how 'white money' influences and controls artistic expression and access for artists from the Global South.
more#decolonization
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Campus Monde review Ivorian hopefuls battle to get elusive immigration visas

The documentary highlights the systematic challenges faced by Ivorians seeking to migrate, emphasizing the emotional and bureaucratic toll of the visa application process.
#climate-action
fromtime.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

How We Chose the 100 Most Influential Climate Leaders in Business for 2024

Finance is the essential theme driving climate action in 2024, with leaders innovating to unlock funding for equitable solutions.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Colombia is defending its sovereignty from the power of global corporations

Trade deals can jeopardize the sovereignty of Global South nations, particularly in climate action.
fromtime.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

How We Chose the 100 Most Influential Climate Leaders in Business for 2024

Finance is the essential theme driving climate action in 2024, with leaders innovating to unlock funding for equitable solutions.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Colombia is defending its sovereignty from the power of global corporations

Trade deals can jeopardize the sovereignty of Global South nations, particularly in climate action.
more#climate-action
#climate-crisis
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
5 months ago
Women in technology

Changemakers, Disruptors, and Protectors of Our Earth: Young Women and Girls of the Global Majority Leading Climate Justice - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

The climate crisis disproportionately impacts women and girls, particularly those in vulnerable and marginalized communities, exacerbating gender inequalities.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 months ago
Business

The IMF and the World Bank must be abolished to save the planet

The World Bank and IMF exacerbate the impact of climate disasters in the Global South, particularly in the Caribbean, calling for their abolition.
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
5 months ago
Women in technology

Changemakers, Disruptors, and Protectors of Our Earth: Young Women and Girls of the Global Majority Leading Climate Justice - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

The climate crisis disproportionately impacts women and girls, particularly those in vulnerable and marginalized communities, exacerbating gender inequalities.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 months ago
Business

The IMF and the World Bank must be abolished to save the planet

The World Bank and IMF exacerbate the impact of climate disasters in the Global South, particularly in the Caribbean, calling for their abolition.
more#climate-crisis
#china
Business
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

China's cheap goods are threatening to undermine its influence in the developing world

China's surge in cheap exports is provoking backlash from developing nations, threatening its influential role in the Global South.
fromFast Company
7 months ago
Business

Where the next billion creatives will come from

China's innovation capabilities are debated, revealing a complex landscape of corporate espionage and technological advancement.
Indigenous innovators in the Global South are challenging traditional perceptions of creativity and imitation.
Business
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

China's cheap goods are threatening to undermine its influence in the developing world

China's surge in cheap exports is provoking backlash from developing nations, threatening its influential role in the Global South.
fromFast Company
7 months ago
Business

Where the next billion creatives will come from

China's innovation capabilities are debated, revealing a complex landscape of corporate espionage and technological advancement.
Indigenous innovators in the Global South are challenging traditional perceptions of creativity and imitation.
more#china
#cop29
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
5 months ago

COP29 Activists Demand $5 Trillion in Annual Climate Financing From Global North

At COP29, developed nations face criticism for inadequate funding for energy transitions in the Global South amidst industry lobbyist presence.
Miscellaneous
fromtime.com
5 months ago

Climate Leaders Call For Renewed Hope and Ambition at TIME100 COP29 Impact Dinner

Global collaboration and diverse leadership are crucial for effective climate action and achieving a 1.5C warming limit.
fromPrx
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

The World

Wealthy nations committed to $300 billion annually to support the Global South in climate change efforts at COP29.
fromtime.com
5 months ago
Business

The Immense Disappointment and Promise of The COP29 Climate Summit

COP29 concluded without significant satisfaction, as developed countries fell short in finance commitments and emission reduction language.
Despite tensions, delegates achieved a deal amidst geopolitical challenges, emphasizing that any agreement is better than none.
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
5 months ago

COP29 Activists Demand $5 Trillion in Annual Climate Financing From Global North

At COP29, developed nations face criticism for inadequate funding for energy transitions in the Global South amidst industry lobbyist presence.
Miscellaneous
fromtime.com
5 months ago

Climate Leaders Call For Renewed Hope and Ambition at TIME100 COP29 Impact Dinner

Global collaboration and diverse leadership are crucial for effective climate action and achieving a 1.5C warming limit.
fromPrx
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

The World

Wealthy nations committed to $300 billion annually to support the Global South in climate change efforts at COP29.
fromtime.com
5 months ago
Business

The Immense Disappointment and Promise of The COP29 Climate Summit

COP29 concluded without significant satisfaction, as developed countries fell short in finance commitments and emission reduction language.
Despite tensions, delegates achieved a deal amidst geopolitical challenges, emphasizing that any agreement is better than none.
more#cop29
World news
fromFortune Asia
5 months ago

Xi Jinping will visit Brazil to 'further enhance' ties amid cloud of Trump's return to White House

Xi Jinping's visit to Brazil aims to enhance bilateral relations amid geopolitical tensions.
China and Brazil seek to solidify their influence in the Global South.
#india
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Indian and Nigerian leaders pledge stronger security ties and support for Global South

Nigeria and India strengthen maritime security and counterterrorism ties, committing to support Global South nations.
fromwww.bbc.com
9 months ago
Business

David Lammy arrives in India for trade talks

Britain's Foreign Secretary David Lammy visits India to strengthen economic ties and reset relations with the Global South.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Indian and Nigerian leaders pledge stronger security ties and support for Global South

Nigeria and India strengthen maritime security and counterterrorism ties, committing to support Global South nations.
fromwww.bbc.com
9 months ago
Business

David Lammy arrives in India for trade talks

Britain's Foreign Secretary David Lammy visits India to strengthen economic ties and reset relations with the Global South.
more#india
Miscellaneous
fromBig Think
5 months ago

The Brandt Line gave us the Global North and South. It needs an update.

The Brandt Line illustrates the economic divide between the Global North and the Global South, sparking ongoing conversations about economic aid and development.
Miscellaneous
fromBusiness Matters
6 months ago

How collaboration, AI, and finance can bridge the Global North-South clean energy gap

Clean energy investment in 2024 will reach over US$2 trillion, but most funds are directed to the Global North, leaving the Global South at a disadvantage.
#international-relations
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

One year on from 7 October, our panel considers: what next for the Middle East?

The ongoing conflict in Gaza and Lebanon risks regional war and undermines the US-led international order established post-WWII.
fromwww.dw.com
7 months ago
Europe news

Are Western double standards undermining the global order? DW 09/21/2024

The West faces accusations of double standards in its foreign policy regarding the Global South, particularly amid conflicts like the Ukraine war.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

One year on from 7 October, our panel considers: what next for the Middle East?

The ongoing conflict in Gaza and Lebanon risks regional war and undermines the US-led international order established post-WWII.
fromwww.dw.com
7 months ago
Europe news

Are Western double standards undermining the global order? DW 09/21/2024

The West faces accusations of double standards in its foreign policy regarding the Global South, particularly amid conflicts like the Ukraine war.
more#international-relations
fromwww.aljazeera.com
7 months ago
Black Lives Matter

The Global South's poor should not be subsidising the IMF

The IMF is worsening the global polycrisis by imposing unnecessary surcharges on indebted countries.
OMG science
fromFast Company
8 months ago

The world produces 57 million tons of plastic pollution every year, study shows

The world generates 57 million tons of plastic pollution annually, primarily from the Global South, with India being the largest contributor.
fromBerlin Art Link
8 months ago
Design

A Review of 'Foreigners Everywhere' in Venice | Berlin Art Link

The exhibition 'Foreigners Everywhere' highlights underrepresented artists from diverse backgrounds and aims to reshape contemporary art's narrative around inclusion.
fromenglish.elpais.com
11 months ago
Business

Global South pays more to service its debt than it receives in development aid

Rising interest rates are significantly impacting emerging and developing countries, leading to a decrease in financial flows and hindering growth.
fromTechCrunch
11 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Women in AI: Chinasa T. Okolo researches AI's impact on the Global South | TechCrunch

TechCrunch interviews remarkable women in AI to highlight their contributions often overlooked in the industry.
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