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  2. Blue Marble | Next Gen Explains the World

    Blue Marble | Next Gen Explains the World

    Blue Marble informs and inspires the next generation to cultivate curiosity, build confidence, and renew our collective commitment to solving global problems.
  3. About Blue Marble | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    About Blue Marble | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    In 1972, an astronaut aboard Apollo 17 did something that wasn’t part of the mission plan: he took the first picture of the Earth. That “Blue Marble Shot,” as it came to be known, wasn’t just a remarkably striking image, but remarkable in
  4. Support Blue Marble | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Support Blue Marble | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Help shape a more open and promising world Blue Marble is a project of the Chicago Council on Global Affairs - an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization. Your tax-deductible contribution enables us to inform, inspire, and involve the
  5. Blue Marble

    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 https://globalaffairs.org/bluemarble
  6. Contact Us | Blue Marble

    Contact Us | Blue Marble

    Meet the team that produces Blue Marble. Learn more and get in touch with us.
  7. Introducing Blue Marble | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Introducing Blue Marble | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

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    An editorially independent project produced by a team of globally curious journalists at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs.

  8. Editorial Policies and Ethics | Blue Marble

    Editorial Policies and Ethics | Blue Marble

    Blue Marble was founded in 2023 to help the next generation shape a more open and promising world. Our team believes that storytelling not only informs and inspires, but also leads to impactful investments in the future. Our work is informed by our
  9. Aziz Abu Sarah on brother's death, learning Hebrew, peace

    Aziz Abu Sarah on brother's death, learning Hebrew, peace

    Aziz Abu Sarah was 9 when his brother died from injuries in an Israeli prison. He learned Hebrew and built a travel agency with a Jewish American friend.
  10. Conflicts & Crises | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Conflicts & Crises | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Blue Marble insights into international conflicts, crises, and peace efforts worldwide.
  11. Climate | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Climate | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Global climate news and Blue Marble coverage of environmental issues and sustainability efforts.
  12. Sea Watch International rescues migrants trying to reach Europe

    Sea Watch International rescues migrants trying to reach Europe

    Leona Blankenstein, tactical coordinator of Sea Watch International, talks about rescuing migrants trying to reach Europe from Libya or Tunisia.
  13. Justice | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Justice | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Blue Marble coverage of human rights, legal issues, and social justice movements globally.
  14. Israel Hamas Gaza hostages: What makes this situation different?

    Israel Hamas Gaza hostages: What makes this situation different?

    Israel and Hamas have been releasing hostages and prisoners as part of a pause after the Oct. 7 attack and the Gaza bombing campaign that followed.
  15. The Overview: A newsletter for our curious world | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    The Overview: A newsletter for our curious world | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    The world is big. A daily newsletter shouldn’t be. Every weekday afternoon, Blue Marble will send you the news you need to navigate our world.
  16. Fiona Roach | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Former Intern, Blue Marble Studios
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  17. Latest Stories | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Latest Stories | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    For eight years, my life was focused on revenge,” Aziz told Blue Marble. ... On Oct. 7, she was killed in the Hamas attacks. Yonatan Zeigen talked with Blue Marble about his mother's life and the impact of her death.
  18. Vivian Silver's son on death impact from Hamas Oct. 7 attack

    Vivian Silver's son on death impact from Hamas Oct. 7 attack

    Peace activist Vivian Silver was killed on Oct. 7 when Hamas attacked Israel. Her son Yonatan Zeigen talked about her legacy.
  19. Ukraine | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Latest Ukraine news, analysis, surveys, research, commentary, and events that cover the war with Russia, conflict, politics, and culture. https://globalaffairs.org/ukraine
  20. The Chicago Council on Global Affairs | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    The Chicago Council on Global Affairs is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing knowledge and engagement in global affairs. https://globalaffairs.org/
  21. Next Generation Changemakers | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Next Generation Changemakers | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    A network of intersectional and multi-disciplinary thinkers, doers, and communicators to better guide and inform our work.
  22. Julie Moos | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Executive Editor & Vice President, Studios
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  23. Middle East | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Middle East | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Explainers and perspectives on Israel, Gaza, Afghanistan, and the Middle East region.
  24. Money | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Money | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Navigate global economics, financial markets, and business trends with Blue Marble. 
  25. Culture | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Culture | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Discover global traditions, arts, and entertainment worldwide through Blue Marble coverage. 
  26. Chicago rabbi builds bridges with Muslim neighbors

    Chicago rabbi builds bridges with Muslim neighbors

    Rabbi Hody Nemes attends the funeral of 6-year-old Wadea Al-Fayoume.
  27. Syracuse University rabbi and imam model interfaith friendship

    Syracuse University rabbi and imam model interfaith friendship

    Acts of antisemitism and Islamophobia have increased on U.S. college campuses since Oct. 7. At Syracuse University, Imam Amir Durić and Rabbi Ethan Bair model interfaith friendship.
  28. Videos | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Videos of world leaders, experts discussing US foreign policy, national security, global politics, international issues, global affairs, world news and events. https://globalaffairs.org/commentary-and-analysis/videos
  29. Is the UN doing a good job? Just 33% of Americans think so

    Is the UN doing a good job? Just 33% of Americans think so

    The United Nations has been grappling with two global conflicts that it has so far been unable to deescalate – the war in Ukraine and the Israel-Hamas war.
  30. ICJ rules Israel must take measures to protect Palestinians in Gaza

    ICJ rules Israel must take measures to protect Palestinians in Gaza

    U.N.'s ICJ ruled Israel must protect Palestinians in Gaza. They did not order cease-fire. In 63% of previous cases, they denied requests to stop military action
  31. Israelis and Palestinians work together for Women Wage Peace

    Israelis and Palestinians work together for Women Wage Peace

    Israelis and Palestinians work together for Women Wage Peace
  32. How the US uses its UN veto power to protect Israel

    How the US uses its UN veto power to protect Israel

    The US has used its UN veto power to stop an Israel-Hamas war ceasefire resolution and other measures. Here's how it got veto power and how America has used it.
  33. Ukraine is full of landmines

    Ukraine is full of landmines

    It will take decades to clear. Without women, it will be even slower — and more dangerous.
  34. Rising Voices, Lasting Impact: Meet Global Next Gen Changemakers | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Rising Voices, Lasting Impact: Meet Global Next Gen Changemakers | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

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    An inspiring evening with rising leaders who are sparking real change, making history, and creating lasting global impact.
  35. How could Ramadan affect the Israel-Hamas war?

    How could Ramadan affect the Israel-Hamas war?

    Efforts to secure a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war before Ramadan failed as Gaza's humanitarian crisis worsens.
  36. Featured Video | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Former US Ambassador to NATO Ivo Daalder and other Council experts discuss topics in foreign policy, food, and cities in TV media and news appearances. https://globalaffairs.org/commentary-and-analysis/videos/featured-video
  37. BBC does not call Hamas terrorists

    BBC does not call Hamas terrorists

    Interview with Aly Colón about language, how readers can get the most balanced coverage of a crisis like the Hamas-Israel war, and what 'objectivity' means.
  38. Palestinian American mom in Chicago on Gaza refugee family

    A Palestinian American mom in Chicago talks about her Gaza refugee family, their journey, and the Israel-Hamas war.
  39. What is the UN genocide convention?

    What is the UN genocide convention?

    South Africa’s case against Israel is the fifth time the United Nations genocide law has been used this way.
  40. What it took to 3D print a school in Ukraine | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    What it took to 3D print a school in Ukraine | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Much of Ukraine's buildings have been lost to the war. Could 3D printing be a solution? We spoke with Jean-Christophe Bonis of Team4UA.
  41. Jordan fears Israel-Hamas war could reach its borders

    Jordan fears Israel-Hamas war could reach its borders

    Jordan is seen as a stable country in the Middle East. There are concerns the Israel-Hamas war could change that.
  42. Ukraine landmines

    Ukraine landmines

    It will take decades to clear Ukraine's landmines. Without more women, it will be even slower — and more dangerous.
  43. Access to electricity in Africa fights climate change

    Access to electricity in Africa fights climate change

    Electrifying rural Africa could fight climate change and reduce emissions
  44. Qatar's role in Israeli hostage negotiations

    Qatar's role in Israeli hostage negotiations

    Despite its small size, Qatar has historically played an outsize role in negotiating with organizations or countries that the U.S. doesn’t have relations with.
  45. How the Israel-Hamas war has affected free speech on college campuses

    How the Israel-Hamas war has affected free speech on college campuses

    Harvard, Columbia and other college campuses have been in turmoil since Hamas attacked Israel on Oct. 7 and Israel started bombing the Gaza Strip soon after. These battles are playing out at universities in Europe as well.
  46. Stanford University student on being Jewish, Palestinian friend

    Stanford University student on being Jewish, Palestinian friend

    Stanford University's college campus has seen protests from students supporting Israel and Gaza, with Jewish students worried about antisemitism.
  47. What to do when you don't know what to say

    About Gaza, the Israel-Hamas War, or anything else
  48. The cost of Shein and Temu's low prices

    The cost of Shein and Temu's low prices

    How the fast fashion companies found a way to "circumvent" U.S. labor law.
  49. Why is the US involved in regional Middle East conflicts?

    Why is the US involved in regional Middle East conflicts?

    Secretary of State Antony Blinken is touring Israel and the Middle East, where the U.S. has official ties with nearly every country. Israel has ties to only five.
  50. German public opinion shifts after Hamas attack – poll

    German public opinion shifts after Hamas attack – poll

    Germans used to think Israel was more responsible for conflict in the Middle East. Now they are more likely to blame Palestinians.
  51. What is the Palestinian Authority?

    What is the Palestinian Authority?

    The Palestinian Authority has limited governance over the occupied territory of the West Bank. The PA is part of discussions about a two-state solution with Israel.