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North Korea Invites English-Speakers To Teach Tourist Guides
English speakers have a unique chance to peek behind the Iron Curtain of the world’s most secretive country. North Korea has introduced a new program, which will see foreigners providing training for local tourist guides. Over a month, specialists will teach English and the basics of working with tourists at the Pyongyang Tourism College. The … Continue reading
IMF Reduced Its Growth Projections for West Africa Due to Ebola Outbreak
The 2014 outbreak in West Africa is definitely the largest and most complex Ebola outbreak since the discovery of the virus in 1976. There have been more cases and deaths in this outbreak than all others combined. Ebola, also known as Ebola hemorrhagic fever or Ebola viral disease, is a rare and deadly illness caused by … Continue reading
In Kazakhstan, Hope and Skepticism About Hosting 2022 Olympics
By Joshua Kucera The Diplomat Oslo has dropped out of the race to host the 2022 Winter Olympics, leaving only two bidders: Beijing and Almaty, Kazakhstan. And while some still count Beijing as the heavy favorite, Oslo’s refusal has raised hopes – and fears – in Kazakhstan that they will be chosen. “Almaty Almost Certain To Host 2022 … Continue reading
