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European Leaders Agree to Historic Climate Finance Deal
The agreement commits wealthy nations to a $500 billion annual fund to help developing countries adapt to the effects of climate change.
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Japan's Population Drops Below 120 Million for the First Time
The demographic milestone underscores the urgency of the country's efforts to address its declining birthrate and aging society.
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Tensions Rise in the South China Sea After Naval Standoff
A confrontation between Chinese and Philippine vessels has drawn international concern and calls for restraint.
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Brazil's Amazon Deforestation Hits Lowest Level in 15 Years
Satellite monitoring shows a significant decline in forest clearing, though environmentalists say the battle is far from over.
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Why Daylight Saving Time Still Exists (and Why So Many Countries Want to End It)
Twice a year, much of the world changes its clocks for a system originally sold as an energy saver. Here's the real history, the case against it, and why it has proven so hard to abolish.