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Latin America
Protests Throughout
Protests have erupted throughout Latin America, some paralyzing the streets and prompting states of emergencies. In the past month, Honduras, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Haiti, Argentina, and most recently, Chile, have been the site of demonstrations. While civilian protests in the various countries were prompted by different circumstances, an underlying thread of dissatisfaction with governments permeates them all. In Ecuador, protesters object to rising fuel prices. In Bolivia, a supposedly rigged election has brought citizens to the streets. In Peru, a dissolved parliament has angered civilians. In Chile, a hike in ticket prices and growing inequality have resulted in protests marred by violence and even death.
This map depicts protests throughout Latin America. Click on the map to learn more.
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Graphic Source: RTL
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United States
Kincade Wild Fire
1,700 citizens have evacuated their homes after the Kincade wildfire quickly advanced, reaching thousands of acres in Northern California. The fire erupted on the same day that Pacific Gas and Electric Co engaged in a routine power outage aimed to prevent wildfires. Red Flag warnings have been issued for 25 million people across Northern and Southern California, which means soaring temperatures, low humidity, and strong winds. Winds gusted up to 75mph igniting the Kincade fire late Wednesday night, at least 10,000 acres have been scorched according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.
This map depicts the current status of the Kincade Wildfire. Click on the interactive map to learn more.
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Papua New Guinea
Nickel Facility Closure
The Ramu nickel processing facility has been ordered to shutdown indefinitely after failure to remedy a toxic slurry spill in August. The plant, owned by the Metallurgical Corporation of China (MCC), allowed an estimated 200,000 liters of hazardous waste to escape into the Bismarck sea, caking the coast in a red liquid. Although officials have warned against consumption of local fish for the next several weeks, Australian scientists have reported that the environmental impacts are not ongoing and the problem is contained. The MCC has expressed a desire to pursue legal actions as local authority maintains that little care was taken to safeguard the region against toxic pollution.
This map depicts the location of the Ramu nickel facility in Papua New Guinea. Click on the map to expand.
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Q: What country has the most UNESCO World Heritage sites?
A: Italy
Italy has 55 UNESCO World Heritage sites. The peninsular nation’s rich history as the birthplace of the Roman Empire and Renassaince has paved the way for a number of historic sites of cultural importance and preservation.
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Q: After the United States, which country has the most satellites in space?
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