Three years after the coup in Myanmar, the UN human rights chief calls for increased attention to the country’s situation.
“In the midst of numerous global crises, it is crucial that no one is left behind. The citizens of Myanmar have endured prolonged suffering,” stated Volker Türk in anticipation of the one-year anniversary of the coup on February 1. The…
In the midst of a funding crisis for UNWRA, desperate individuals in Gaza are searching through trucks in hopes of finding food.
Even with constant Israeli attacks in response to Hamas’ actions on October 7th, which resulted in over 1,200 deaths in Israel and over 250 hostages, UNRWA remains committed to delivering essential aid to the 2 million civilians in Gaza. According…
35 drones were used by Russia to attack Ukraine.
On Tuesday, Ukraine reported that Russia’s armed forces carried out an attack during the night using 35 drones and two guided missiles, targeting various parts of the country. The Ukrainian air force reported that their air defenses successfully took down…
Musk announces first human to receive Neuralink brain implant
Billionaire founder of Neuralink, Elon Musk, announced on Monday that the brain-chip startup successfully implanted the first human patient on Sunday and the individual is currently in good health. Musk stated on platform X that the initial findings indicate successful…
The delay in funding for Ukraine aid is affecting the resettlement of refugees in the US.
The discussion surrounding providing financial support to Ukraine in its conflict with Russia has significant consequences, even beyond the battlefield. VOA reporter Kane Farabaugh explores how this affects the resettlement of refugees in Chicago, the second largest Ukrainian community in…
Malawi has recently started a new vaccination campaign for COVID-19 as the number of cases continues to increase.
Blantyre, Malawi — The government of Malawi and the World Health Organization have initiated a fresh COVID-19 immunization drive in 10 out of 29 districts in the country on Monday. This is partly due to the increase in new cases…
Blinken stated that Ukraine’s ability to defend itself may be at risk without assistance from the United States.
On Monday, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken cautioned that Ukraine’s efforts to defend against Russia could be jeopardized without Congress approving additional aid. During a press conference in Washington with NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg, Blinken stated that if it…
Significant Advancements Achieved in the Elimination of Trans Fat
GENEVA — The World Health Organization reports significant advancements in eliminating industrially produced trans fat worldwide, resulting in nearly half of the world’s population being safeguarded from the detrimental impacts of this hazardous substance. In a statement on Monday, WHO…
Volunteers in NYC have established a healthcare system for refugees from Ukraine.
For Ukrainians who fled the war and came to the United States, getting access to the health care system remains one of the biggest challenges. To help refugees in New York, a group of volunteers organized a health fair where…
Recent fatalities in the Mediterranean emphasize the importance of establishing secure paths for migration.
At a summit held in Rome by Italy, the IOM emphasized the importance of establishing consistent routes for migration to promote development in Africa and reduce migration numbers. The A Bridge for Common Life conference provided a crucial chance to…