Tech Giants Make Changes for Europe’s Digital Markets Act
Europeans using their phones and computers now have more options when it comes to choosing default browsers and search engines, as well as where to download iPhone apps and how their personal online data is utilized. The Digital Markets Act,…
Research suggests that there may be a connection between plastic pollution and its impact on cardiovascular health.
We ingest small pieces of plastic through breathing, eating, and drinking. However, the potential effects of these tiny particles in our bodies are uncertain – are they benign, hazardous, or somewhere in between? A recent study, published in the New…
The repercussions of Ransomware Attacks: Threats of Death, Endangered Medical Cases, and Exorbitant Monetary Losses.
The aftermath of a ransomware attack on Change Healthcare, a company responsible for handling 15 billion healthcare transactions per year and storing 1 in 3 patient records in the US, is still causing significant disruptions even after almost three weeks….
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy Commends Cultural Leaders and Front-Line Warriors
On Saturday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the strong cultural bond among Ukrainians serves as a powerful force in uniting and defending against the enemy, comparable to their weapons. Zelenskyy spoke at the ceremony for the Taras Shevchenko National…
Russian Hackers Breach Microsoft Core Software Systems
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS — On Friday, Microsoft announced that it is still attempting to remove the high-level Russian hackers from their systems. These hackers accessed the email accounts of top company leaders in November and have also been trying to infiltrate…
Chinese authorities acknowledge the presence of economic difficulties.
BEIJING — Top officials acknowledged on Saturday that China must take further action to improve employment and stabilize its property market, as they face challenges in revitalizing the country’s struggling economy. The city of Beijing is currently experiencing difficulties with…
VOA Immigration Weekly Recap, March 3-8, 2024
Please find below an update on immigration news in the United States for this week. If you have any questions, tips, or comments, please reach out to the VOA immigration team at [email protected]. Officials deny allegations of undercover relocations of…
The United Nations Secretary-General is stressing the need for a viable and trustworthy political resolution in Syria, as the country nears its thirteenth year of ongoing conflict.
In March, it will have been thirteen years since the conflict in Syria began, leading to deliberate acts of violence and unimaginable hardships for innocent civilians. The United Nations has projected that approximately 16.7 million individuals, which accounts for 70%…
Ukraine alleges that Russia dropped a bomb on Kherson.
Kyiv, Ukraine — On Saturday, Ukraine reported that a Russian explosive device landed in close proximity to an apartment building in the southern city of Kherson during the night, resulting in a child being injured. Additionally, a teenage boy was…
Biden to US Lawmakers: Confront Putin by Approving Aid to Ukraine
In his annual speech to Congress, U.S. President Joe Biden encouraged the approval of the $95 billion Senate bill to provide foreign aid to Ukraine, countries in the Indo-Pacific region, Israel, and humanitarian aid to Gaza. However, the bill is…