Articles written by Cathy Sunshine

Mothers in rural India receive small, one-time payments to deliver their babies in hospitals, where they can receive skilled childbirth care.

Jul 16, 2010 - Cathy Sunshine

Love animals? There are volunteer jobs in animal shelters, zoos, and wildlife centers, and in organizations that work for animal protection and rights.

Jul 4, 2010 - Cathy Sunshine

Countries across the global South are finding that regular cash transfers to poor people can reduce poverty and spur long-term development.

Jun 23, 2010 - Cathy Sunshine

Summer 2010 brings an exciting schedule of free films in and around Washington, DC. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy films under the stars.

Jun 14, 2010 - Cathy Sunshine

In September 2010, panda lovers can travel to China with the Washington DC zoo and see panda Tai Shan in his new home.

Jun 10, 2010 - Cathy Sunshine

Summer 2010 in Washington brings a busy schedule of free performances in parks and plazas around the city. Enjoy jazz, blues, rock, reggae and more.

Jun 5, 2010 - Cathy Sunshine

Planning a Maine vacation? Here are driving directions, travel information, and tips for beating the traffic on the way to Midcoast Maine.

May 23, 2010 - Cathy Sunshine

The DC Zoo has a rare brown kiwi chick, twin Andean bear cubs, and a one-year-old gorilla. Zoo births are helping endangered and vulnerable species survive.

Apr 25, 2010 - Cathy Sunshine

In this Midcoast Maine boating capital, visitors can charter private boats for scenic excursions and sport-fishing trips.

Apr 6, 2010 - Cathy Sunshine

Visitors to this Midcoast Maine boating center can go on a whale watch or a seal watch, explore a working lighthouse, or join a sea kayaking nature tour.

Apr 6, 2010 - Cathy Sunshine

Once a sleepy fishing village, Boothbay Harbor has become one of the most popular vacation spots in Midcoast Maine.

Mar 20, 2010 - Cathy Sunshine

An innovative fundraising project works with the travel industry to enable ordinary people to do "massive good."

Mar 7, 2010 - Cathy Sunshine

A selection of recommended films for teaching about Haiti in classrooms and communities.

Feb 19, 2010 - Cathy Sunshine

The 2010 Folklife Festival will celebrate contemporary Mexican cultures and the Asian American experience, plus a behind-the-scenes look at the Smithsonian itself.

Feb 2, 2010 - Cathy Sunshine

For one weekend each year, London gardens normally closed to the public put on their best face for visitors.

Jan 23, 2010 - Cathy Sunshine

Now well established in the United States, the Haitian American community is poised to make a big contribution to Haiti's recovery from the 2010 earthquake.

Jan 20, 2010 - Cathy Sunshine

After the earthquake, Haitian immigrants received temporary protected status in the United States. A look at Haiti's history explains why so many Haitians have emigrated.

Jan 18, 2010 - Cathy Sunshine

Leading South African writers are taking a critical look at the society that has emerged in the decade and a half since apartheid's fall.

Jan 13, 2010 - Cathy Sunshine

For 50 years, African American activist Bill Sutherland served as an unofficial ambassador, making links between Americans and African liberation struggles.

Jan 6, 2010 - Cathy Sunshine

"State of Deception: The Power of Nazi Propaganda" reveals how Hitler's regime used words and images to create a climate of racist hatred and propel a nation to war.

Dec 30, 2009 - Cathy Sunshine

Mosquito nets, insecticide spraying, and antimalarial medicines are reducing malaria in Africa. Continued progress will depend on international support.

Dec 28, 2009 - Cathy Sunshine

Since his birth in 2005, Tai Shan has been a favorite at the Washington National Zoo. Now he's nearly grown, and it's time for him to go.

Dec 25, 2009 - Cathy Sunshine

A short list of recent multicultural books by noted authors, with suggestions for enrichment activities that book groups and literature classes will enjoy.

Dec 22, 2009 - Cathy Sunshine

The J. N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge hosts over 230 species of birds. Biking, hiking, or kayaking through the refuge is the highlight of a Sanibel vacation.

Dec 8, 2009 - Cathy Sunshine

Fearing an epidemic of tobacco-related cancers, African governments are starting to crack down on smoking. South Africa's experience shows that smoke-free laws can work.

Dec 3, 2009 - Cathy Sunshine

As North America and Europe crack down on smoking, Big Tobacco is trolling the global south for new customers -- and finding millions in Africa.

Dec 3, 2009 - Cathy Sunshine

Tickets to shows in the capital can be pricey. Luckily, some of the best holiday entertainment in and around Washington is free.

Nov 29, 2009 - Cathy Sunshine

December 2009 will be a festive month in the nation's capital. Many of the best holiday sights are free.

Nov 29, 2009 - Cathy Sunshine

Translation is a globalized, unregulated market with few protections for buyers. These guidelines can help you obtain high-quality translation at a fair price.

Nov 25, 2009 - Cathy Sunshine

Loggerhead turtle populations are declining worldwide. Volunteers with the Caretta Research Project help protect nests and escort hatchlings safely to the ocean.

Nov 22, 2009 - Cathy Sunshine

Artemisinin compounds are highly effective against malaria, but they're too expensive for most people. Use of cheap substitutes is leading to dangerous drug resistance.

Nov 18, 2009 - Cathy Sunshine

Environmental enrichment helps zoo animals stay active. At the National Zoo in Washington, DC, biologists and volunteers work with Augusta, a giant Pacific octopus.

Nov 15, 2009 - Cathy Sunshine

Millions of mobile phone users can't tap into the electricity grid. Renewable energy solutions can expand access, help the environment, and boost revenues for operators.

Nov 11, 2009 - Cathy Sunshine

International organizations like the United Nations and the World Bank outsource much of their copyediting to freelancers. Working in this market has pros and cons.

Nov 9, 2009 - Cathy Sunshine

Monuments and important buildings may fail to impress young children. For a fun family trip to Washington, seek out local spots that kids will enjoy.

Nov 8, 2009 - Cathy Sunshine

More than 15,000 people in the District of Columbia have HIV or AIDS, equal to 3 percent of the city's adult population. Older African American men are hardest hit.

Nov 5, 2009 - Cathy Sunshine

Hungry after a day at the National Zoo? Skip the chains and try these unique Washington, DC restaurants.

Oct 29, 2009 - Cathy Sunshine

Activists are calling for stepped-up efforts to treat women and children with HIV and AIDS. Success depends on mobilizing financial resources and political will.

Oct 27, 2009 - Cathy Sunshine

A roundup of 15 recommended new books on contemporary African politics and society.

Oct 24, 2009 - Cathy Sunshine

For new grads facing a recession-wracked job market, volunteering abroad is more attractive than ever. But it's not for everyone. Before you sign up, do a reality check.

Oct 24, 2009 - Cathy Sunshine

Traveling to Washington, DC, with children? Your kids may like the museums and monuments, but they'll love the Washington Zoo.

Oct 24, 2009 - Cathy Sunshine

Immunization campaigns have made great gains against deadly diseases. But a new study warns that millions of children in the developing world are being left behind.

Oct 23, 2009 - Cathy Sunshine