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The current crisis in the Middle East has the potential to disrupt the supply of oil and lead to an increase in prices.

WASHINGTON —  Experts predict that the current situation in the Middle East, 50 years after the 1973 Arab oil embargo, could potentially cause disruptions in global oil supplies and result in higher prices. However, it is unlikely that we will…

Chinese internet users post hateful comments on the online account of the Israeli embassy.

Washington —  Following the assault by Hamas on Israel, the Israeli Embassy in Beijing took to the Chinese social media platform Weibo. However, their attempt to garner public support seems to be having the opposite effect as comments condemn Israel,…

Kenyan producers lament the large quantities of goods being imported from China.

According to Kenya’s bureau of statistics, China continues to be the main contributor of imports, making up more than 20% of the total. Local manufacturers express concern that these imports from China are negatively impacting their profits. Juma Majanga reports…

Brief Global News: Warning for Sandstorm, Albinism and the Impact of Climate Change, Peru’s Human Rights Concerns.

The latest report from the United Nations World Meteorological Organization (WMO) stated that approximately 2,000 million tonnes of dust are released into the atmosphere each year. This results in darkened skies and reduced air quality in areas located thousands of…

Somalia: Insecurity worsens, civilians pay the price

At a briefing for ambassadors in New York, Catriona Laing, the UN Special Representative for Somalia, characterized the nation as being at a pivotal point. In 2017, there was a significant rise in civilian deaths, which continued last year. Regrettably,…

The European Union has initiated investigations into Meta and TikTok for spreading false information.

On Thursday, the EU revealed investigations into the owner of Facebook, Meta, and TikTok. They are looking for more information on the actions they have implemented to prevent the spread of “illegal content and disinformation” following the Hamas attack on…

Following a decade of China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) projects in Cambodia, the perceived advantages are being questioned. After a decade of China’s BRI endeavors in Cambodia, there is debate surrounding the benefits.

PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA —  Despite the potential for displacement due to a $60 million bridge project connecting two bustling areas along the Tonle Sap river in Phnom Penh, 62-year-old produce seller Sok Ul remains optimistic in the capital city of…

Economists predict that Nigeria’s inflation will continue if the exchange rate is not stabilized.

Abuja, Nigeria —  According to the national statistics bureau, the inflation rate in Nigeria has reached 26.72%, the highest it has been in 20 years. This has caused significant economic struggles for millions of people in Africa’s largest country, which…

Brief Global Headlines: Lack of Funding for Survivors of Afghan Earthquake, Warning of Child Fatalities in Sudan, Diphtheria Epidemic in Guinea.

The UN World Food Programme (WFP) is urging for $19 million to be raised in order to offer immediate food support to those facing extreme hardship in the western region of Herat province. The deputy director of WFP in Afghanistan,…

Scientists attempt to gather information on the state of wildlife by utilizing auditory techniques.

BANGKOK —  A thin pipe and a shrill note harmonize with the underlying buzz of insects in the background. This symphony represents the forest’s unique sound and is observed by researchers to measure its biodiversity. New research is using artificial…