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Year: 2023

Despite being one of the most lethal illnesses globally, tuberculosis shows promise for a potential vaccine breakthrough.

london —  The latest report from the World Health Organization reveals that global instances of tuberculosis, also referred to as TB, increased last year due to interruptions in health services caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, hindering progress in combatting the…

In 2023, the US experienced 25 reported climate disasters that caused at least one billion dollars in damage.

The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has announced that the country has experienced 25 weather or climate-related “disasters” this year, which have resulted in damages or losses surpassing $1 billion. This is the highest number of recorded events…

What Are Our Expectations for COP28?

BERLIN —  Experts predict that discussions on the gradual elimination of fossil fuels and the establishment of a climate compensation fund for developing countries will be the main focus of the upcoming U.N. Climate Change Conference, also known as COP28,…

Innovative university students from Kenya produce flour using grass as a raw material.

A team of students from Kabarak University in the Rift Valley region of Kenya have created a process for converting grass into flour, which can then be enriched for human consumption. This innovative flour will be used in ugali, a…

According to Kerry, there is a degree of understanding between the US and China regarding climate matters.

John Kerry, the U.S. climate envoy, expressed positivity about the upcoming U.N. climate summit in Dubai after discussing climate issues with his Chinese counterpart this week. At the Bloomberg New Economy Forum held in Singapore, Kerry announced on Friday that…

A showcase commemorating the 90th anniversary of the Holodomor opens in Washington DC.

“An exhibition, titled ‘Holodomor Then, Genocide Now, Justice When?’, has recently opened at the Victims of Communism Museum in Washington, D.C. It commemorates the 90th anniversary of the Ukrainian Holodomor. Ivanna Pidborska, who visited the exhibition, shares her experience in…

Experts from Ukraine are examining how Australia provides care for individuals who have experienced trauma.

Sydney, Australia —  Mental health experts from Ukraine say they have been inspired by Australia’s treatment of refugees. During their visit to Australia, the experts said they hope their experience will help Ukrainian civilians and service personnel who have suffered…

70 ambassadors from the United Nations in Geneva are urging for global intervention in regards to the situation in Gaza.

Local health authorities have reported that over 11,000 Palestinians have lost their lives in a single month of conflict. Children, women, and the elderly make up 75% of the casualties, with more than 26,000 individuals being injured. In addition, they…

The UNHCR cautions that the atrocities in Darfur, Sudan from 20 years ago could potentially happen again.

Over 800 individuals have allegedly lost their lives at the hands of armed factions in Ardamata, West Darfur. This region has been relatively less impacted by the ongoing conflict since it began in April. The Ardamata camp provided shelter for…

The United Nations human rights chief has once again urged for an end to the ongoing violence and the release of hostages in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine, with concerns over potential war crimes.

“According to Mr. Türk, water is in limited supply and fear is widespread in Gaza.” He shared with reporters in Amman that he had just spoken to a coworker from Gaza who had to evacuate his family due to Israeli…