Here are some of the stories we’re covering from around the world:

Sudan’s army says it will honor a cease-fire proposed by a rival force.

Sudan’s military has agreed to a 24-hour cease-fire proposed by the Rapid Support Forces, the paramilitary group it has been battling for control of the country. A similar proposal on Tuesday did not hold.

Why China’s Shrinking Population Is a Problem for Everyone

Despite the rollback of China’s one-child policy, and incentives urging families to have more children, China’s population is shrinking — a shift that will soon leave India as the most-populous nation and have broad effects both domestically and globally.

Canada’s Federal Workers Strike, Disrupting Government Services

Canadians faced a variety of delays and disruptions on Wednesday after the largest union representing federal government workers went on strike over a variety of contract issues, including wages and remote work.

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