Podcast: Meet the South African women battling against poaching

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Tsakane Nxumalo is a sergeant in the Black Mambas, South Africa's first all-women anti-poaching team.

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You may not be familiar with PyeongChang, the host city for the 2018 Winter Olympic Games, but it has been a popular holiday destination for South Korean tourists seeking clean air and green pastures for years—even before it gained worldwide attention. With rugged mountains, ornate temples, and delectable local cuisine, this South Korean city has much to offer.

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