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What it's like to clean up landmines in your own country

By Liza Slutskaya

Why women are important to Ukraine's safety effort.

Welcome to Blue Marble

By Christina Colón

Inspired by the iconic "Blue Marble" photo of earth taken by the Apollo 17 crew, we share stories that explain this global moment, and seek to capture the complexity and resilience of the place we call home.

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It will take decades to clear Ukraine's landmines. Without more women, it will be even slower — and more dangerous.

By AJ Caughey

Demining agencies in Ukraine have dramatically increased their recruiting and have made gender equity a higher priority.

5 minute read