Coordination with the United Nations will be necessary for implementing “humanitarian pauses” in Gaza.
Stéphane Dujarric addressed a reporter’s inquiry after the White House declared that Israel has consented to cease military actions in northern Gaza in order to facilitate daily four-hour breaks for humanitarian aid. Parties must agree “He stated that any cessation…
Region Parents in Ukraine’s Kherson Region are grappling with a difficult decision – to stay or to leave.
Kherson, Ukraine — The sound of children’s footsteps echoed along a school hallway in the southern Ukrainian city of Kherson as pupils gathered to board a coach marked “Evacuation.” Nadiya Kondratkova was in the midst of her suitcases, her red…
The Smog is Harming Delhi’s Children the Most: ‘Like Inhaling Poison’
New Delhi — Unable to breathe properly, 1-month-old Ayansh Tiwari lies in a hospital bed wearing a nebulizer mask as he cries. His doctors attribute his condition to the noxious air that plagues New Delhi annually. During the winter season…
Possible rewording: Potential Shutdown Endangers US Assistance to Ukraine
The Biden administration cautioned American legislators on Wednesday that not approving the White House’s proposal for $61.4 billion in assistance to Ukraine could lead to a win for Russia in just one week. VOA’s Congressional Correspondent Katherine Gypson provides further…
The Vatican has announced that individuals who identify as transsexual can now receive baptism in the Catholic Church and also serve as godparents.
VATICAN CITY — According to the Vatican’s doctrinal office, individuals who identify as transgender may serve as godparents at Roman Catholic baptisms and witnesses at religious weddings. They are also eligible to receive baptism themselves, as confirmed in a response…
Employees who are regularly exposed to sunlight are at a significantly higher risk of developing fatal skin cancer.
geneva — According to a recent research conducted by the World Health Organization and International Labour Organization, approximately one third of deaths related to non-melanoma skin cancer can be attributed to occupational exposure to sunlight. According to Maria Neira, the…
The European Commission has taken steps towards initiating discussions for possible membership with Ukraine and Moldova.
The European Commission has proposed initiating membership talks with Ukraine and Moldova for the European Union. This announcement was met with approval in Ukraine, as they are currently engaged in conflict with Russia and aspire to have a closer relationship…
The FDA has given approval for a new iteration of a medication used to treat diabetes, which also aids in weight loss.
On Wednesday, U.S. regulators announced that a new edition of the well-known diabetes medication Mounjaro can now be marketed as a weight-loss medication. The recent study showed that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has given its approval for Eli…
The ongoing conflict in Ukraine continues to have a significant impact on the global agriculture industry.
American farmers have a strong interest in the events unfolding in Ukraine, as they are keen to understand the impact of the war on both international farmers and their own agricultural practices. VOA reporter Kane Farabaugh brings us the latest…
The European Commission has suggested initiating negotiations for Ukraine’s membership.
On Wednesday, the European Commission advised member states to begin negotiations with Ukraine for membership once the country resolves various reform matters. Last year, the European Union gave Ukraine the status of a candidate, which occurred four months following Russia’s…