Los Angeles County has reported eight cases of locally acquired dengue fever in the past few months; the first ever occurred last year. Climate change probably played a role.
Voters in a small German town added the name of a third man to their ballot papers who they thought would be more suitable than those officially running. He politely turned down the opportunity.
Music is a big part of Taiwan’s culture. The island even has its own special type of opera. In one temple, a small theater troupe is preparing a special performance -- just for the gods.