Indian citizens have achieved a new global feat by commemorating Diwali, despite concerns about increasing air pollution.
LUCKNOW, India — On Sunday, a record-breaking number of bright earthen oil lamps were lit as millions of Indians celebrated Diwali. However, there were growing concerns about air pollution in the country. Throughout the nation, brilliant and diverse lights adorned…
The US Census reports that the global population has exceeded 8 billion people.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the global population has reached over 8 billion due to advancements in healthcare leading to longer life expectancies and a decline in birth rates. However, this growth is still following a gradual decrease as…
According to the President of Latvia, it is necessary for the West to provide arms to Ukraine in order to prevent potential threats from Russia in the future.
UNITED NATIONS — According to the president of Latvia, Russia is preparing for a prolonged conflict in Ukraine. He urges nations considering halting military aid to Kyiv to reconsider, as a lack of support could result in Ukraine’s defeat and…
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…