The world in statistics. (Graphics designed by Helena Zabranska)
Ukraine’s state-run coal mines are in crisis. Two years of war and political upheaval in eastern Ukraine have led to plummeting production levels, with damage at many facilities due to fighting, and large-scale depopulation as residents flee the conflict with Russian-backed separatists. The few state-owned coal enterprises still running are fighting to survive.
Highlights of the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro on August 21, 2016
Host Brazil beat Germany on penalties in Rio to win their first men's Olympic soccer gold medal. August 20 was also a very good day for Russia, which took home four more gold medals as the Olympics neared an end.
Some of the most compelling photographs from RFE/RL's broadcast region and beyond for the 33rd week of 2016. For more photo galleries, see our Picture This archive.
A historic day for Iranian women, a victory for Ukraine, and yet more glory for Usain Bolt as the Olympics enters its final stages on August 18.
It was another good day for Japan, China, and the United States on the 12th day of the Rio Olympics as each country asserted dominance in their favored sports on August 17.
Several countries – including Armenia, Georgia, Serbia, and Ukraine – scored their first gold medals of the Rio Olympic games on August 16, although some of the events did not pass without controversy.
Ancient links between Hungarians and nomads from Central Asia were celebrated at the biannual "Kurultai" or "Meeting of the Tribes" in Bugac, Hungary, on August 12-14. The event, first held in 2008, features yurts, colorful costumes, music, and horsemanship.
On the 10th day of the Olympics, a runner won gold by diving across the finish line, fans booed the judges' decision in favor of a Russian boxer, and a weightlifter known as "the Pride of Uzbekistan" brought home his country's first Olympic medal in the sport. Here are some of the highlights from August 15.
Highlights of the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro on August 14, 2016
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