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Entrepreneurs in a City on the Front Lines of Ukraine Adjust to Constant Threat of Missile Attacks

KRAMATORSK, Ukraine —  In a city filled with damaged buildings, a ruined pizzeria serves as a poignant reminder of the sudden loss of lives and livelihoods. In June, a Russian ballistic missile hit a well-liked restaurant in eastern Ukraine, resulting…

China has launched the youngest-ever crew to space in its efforts to send astronauts to the moon.

The Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, located in China, is responsible for launching satellites into orbit. On Thursday, China sent its youngest team ever to its space station in orbit with the goal of putting astronauts on the moon by 2030….

The United States experienced an increase in economic growth during the third quarter.

WASHINGTON —  The economy of the United States experienced its most rapid growth in almost two years during the third quarter, driven by increased wages resulting from a competitive job market. This once again disproves predictions of a recession that…

The people of Gaza in the Israel-Palestine region are faced with difficult decisions and have been left with limited options.

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have made repeated calls for civilians to evacuate Gaza City due to a reported military operation involving tanks. However, according to Lynn Hastings, the top UN humanitarian official in the area, these warnings have little…

Having global assistance is crucial in establishing lasting peace in the Central African Republic.

Ms. Rugwabiza, who is also in charge of the United Nations Mission in the country, MINUSCA, gave a presentation on their most recent report regarding progress following the constitutional referendum on July 31st. She stated that MINUSCA is still assisting…

LIVE UPDATE: Emergency meeting on Gaza called by United Nations General Assembly.

09:00 (New York) As of reporting, there are 110 speakers scheduled to participate in the tenth Emergency Special Session of the Assembly, which is set to begin at 10 AM in New York. Palestine will be the first to address…

A program for former child soldiers has been implemented in Liberia to address the issue of drug abuse.

In 2023, the Global Action for Sustainable Development released a report stating that Liberia is facing a significant loss of its younger generation due to drug abuse. The capital city, Monrovia, is particularly affected with over 800 drug hubs and…

Despite facing economic and emotional challenges, Ukrainians remain optimistic about the future.

According to a recent Gallup poll, Ukrainians maintain a positive outlook for their future despite concerns about their emotional and financial state. The Ukrainian people have been deeply affected by the war, which began with Russia’s full-scale invasion in February…

The government of Zimbabwe claims that it has suffered losses of over $150 billion due to sanctions.

HARARE, ZIMBABWE —  The vice president of Zimbabwe stated on Wednesday that the country has suffered a loss of over $150 billion as a result of sanctions placed by the European Union and nations like the United States, prompted by…

The UNCTAD Report states that a large sum of money is necessary to repair the devastated infrastructure and economy in Gaza.

Geneva —  A report from the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) states that reversing the effects of border closures, military actions, and de-development in Gaza will require billions of dollars in international economic assistance. The report was…