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Month: November 2023

The European Union Raises Concerns about Ukraine’s Future Funding.

The European Union member states are hesitant to pledge a $21.4 billion long-term military assistance fund to Ukraine as it continues to struggle against Russia’s invasion. The defense ministers of the EU are set to deliberate on Tuesday in Brussels…

Iceland is currently evacuating a town and has raised its aviation alert level due to concerns of a potential volcanic eruption.

LONDON —  On Saturday, citizens of a fishing community in southwest Iceland evacuated their homes due to growing worry over a potential volcanic eruption. This prompted civil defense officials to declare a state of emergency in the area. The police…

The head of UNRWA emphasized the importance of a real possibility for a Palestinian state at an emergency meeting in Saudi Arabia.

Philippe Lazzarini spoke at a special meeting organized by the League of Arab States and Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, urging immediate assistance for civilians in the Occupied Palestinian Territory in three key areas. He urged leaders at the Arab-Islamic summit…

The chief of relief condemns attacks on or in the vicinity of hospitals in Gaza as unacceptable and inhumane, and calls for them to cease.

The Israeli military stated that they did not intentionally attack Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza City, stating that it is located above a Hamas command post. However, they have acknowledged that there is active fighting occurring in the vicinity of the…

Amid Shelling, Kherson Marks Year Since Liberation From Russia

Citizens of Kherson, located in Eastern Ukraine, are commemorating the one-year anniversary of their city being freed from Russian occupation. Despite ongoing shelling from Russian troops stationed on the left bank of the Dnipro River, they have developed resilience against…

A large group of individuals are calling for action to be taken on the issue of plastic usage in Kenya.

Nairobi, Kenya —  On Saturday, in Nairobi, Kenya, a large group of environmental activists participated in a march to call for significant restrictions on the production of plastic. This event took place prior to a meeting to discuss an international…

The number of US childhood vaccination exemptions has reached an all-time high.

NEW YORK —  According to U.S. health officials, the percentage of kindergartners in the United States who are exempt from school vaccination requirements has reached a record high of 3%. Experts say that a growing number of parents are now…

The pond at the Hawaii Wildlife Refuge has turned pink, potentially due to drought conditions.

HONOLULU —  Scientists have identified a pond in Hawaii that has transformed into a vibrant shade of bubblegum pink. While this may seem like something out of a Barbie movie, the unusual occurrence is not a reason for celebration. Experts…

Moody’s has changed their outlook on the credit rating of the United States to negative, causing frustration and anger from officials in Washington.

NEW YORK/WASHINGTON —  On Friday, Moody’s changed its assessment of the U.S. credit rating from “stable” to “negative,” pointing to significant fiscal deficits and a decrease in the ability to afford debt. This decision was met with immediate disapproval from…

The popularity of China’s annual ‘Singles Day’ shopping event declines.

BEIJING —  The annual event known as “Singles Day” in China will end at midnight on Saturday. However, it seems that consumers are not as interested in the flashy sales and discounts this year due to the slowdown of the…