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Giant Panda Off Endangered List (Russ)

Chinese government efforts to protect forests and prevent poaching making crucial difference. But Climate Change is expected to eliminate natural bamboo habitat, creating another threat to the animal.

Hong Kong Independence Candidates Win Seats (Inez)

The movement for greater autonomy – or outright independence – from China that swept Hong Kong in 2014 see gains after their first electoral win.

Mexico Dumping US Treasuries (Jeff C.)

Shall we call it the “Trump Effect?” Mexico’s holding of US Treasury securities has dropped over 40% in the 14 months since Donald Trump announced his candidacy.

Fascinating History of NY Chinatown’s Tong Wars (Russ)

Of relevance today: Parallels between Chinese exclusion of 1880s and current movement to deport undocumented migrants.

Dissidents: Cuba Filters Mobile Texts (Trevin)

Spanish words for “democracy,” “human rights,” “hunger strike,” and more cause texts to be blocked, according to a recent investigation.

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