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Upheaval in the Maldives: 4 things you should know

The Maldives, an archipelago nation best known for its beaches and resorts, is suddenly making headlines after its president stepped down amid protests. What's going on in the Maldives?
In Pictures: Giant reptiles
In Pictures: Brazil: sights to see

Upheaval in the Maldives: 4 things you should know

The Maldives, an archipelago nation best known for its beaches and resorts, is suddenly making headlines after its president stepped down amid protests. What's going on in the Maldives?
In Pictures: Giant reptiles
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Giant crocodile captured in Philippines; more may be found (VIDEO)

Giant crocodile: Filippinos captured a huge crocodile that reportedly had been terrorizing local residents and animals. Hunters are planning to look for more giant crocodiles.
In Pictures: Brazil: sights to see
Ex-rangers ride to the rescue of the world's national parks

Retired U.S. National Park Service workers formed Global Parks to share their expertise abroad.
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Kurt Holle's ecolodge employs locals while slowing the devastation of the Amazon

He opened Posada Amazonas to tourists in 1996. By 2016, Peru's indigenous Eseeja community will operate the business by itself.
Sparks fly over ethics of air travel

Why some say travelers should think twice before boarding.
Sparks fly over ethics of air travel

Is this trip necessary? A jet lands in Montreal. Proponents of air travel tout its importance to the global economy. Detractors say per-passenger emissions carry too high a cost.