By some estimates, more than 6,000 languages are spoken around the world - but half of them could disappear by the end of this century. In Peru, Indigenous communities in the Amazon are working to preserve their languages. … [Read more...] about Communities work to preserve Indigenous languages
Military attacked, roads blocked in Mexican cartel stronghold
There have been fears that wider violence might break out following recent detentions of top Sinaloa cartel leaders in the U.S. … [Read more...] about Military attacked, roads blocked in Mexican cartel stronghold
Hiker found dead in Grand Canyon near rugged, remote Colorado River trail
A solo backpacker has been found dead near a rugged and remote trail along the Colorado River in Grand Canyon National Park, authorities in Arizona say. … [Read more...] about Hiker found dead in Grand Canyon near rugged, remote Colorado River trail
Japan tosses plan to woo women with cash
A widely ridiculed Japanese government idea to woo Tokyo women into marrying men in rural areas by offering cash payouts and train tickets to matchmaking events has been scrapped, officials say. … [Read more...] about Japan tosses plan to woo women with cash
Inmate who escaped Kansas prison in dog crate dies at age 45
The escape story was featured on "Dateline" and is the inspiration behind the Lifetime movie, "Jailbreak Lovers." … [Read more...] about Inmate who escaped Kansas prison in dog crate dies at age 45