Aug 24, 2021

Vice President Harris calls out Beijing over South China sea

Vice President Kamala Harris is on a trip reaffirming the U.S. government's commitment to countries in South East Asia Evelyn Hockstein/AFP via Getty Images

From the BBC World Service: Speaking in Singapore, Kamala Harris accused China of coercion and intimidation, saying its hotly disputed territorial claims threaten the prosperity of countries in South East Asia. Plus, Airbnb says it will help 20,000 Afghans with temporary housing around the world. And, while Liverpool is no longer a UNESCO World Heritage destination, one city district is nurturing a vibrant, modern cultural scene while staying true to its historic roots.

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Balancing culture and economic prosperity: Liverpool's Baltic Triangle tries to do both

by Victoria Craig

Aug 24, 2021

Liam Kelly, chairman of Make, an organization that provides support and resources to businesses in the area, on urban regeneration and the preservation of heritage.

A mural painted on the wall of a building in the Liverpool's Baltic Triangle district. Located just outside the now former World Heritage site, could it be a model for how the city balances history with economic vibrancy?

Victoria Craig

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