The organization WHO proposes implementing a tax on alcohol and sugary drinks. It’s time to take action and tackle the issue.
Geneva — The World Health Organization stated on Tuesday that countries should raise their taxes on alcohol and sugary drinks in order to encourage healthier habits, as only a small number of states are currently utilizing this tactic. The World…
The preliminary COP28 document proposes the elimination of fossil fuels.
DUBAI — According to a draft of the negotiating document seen on Tuesday, countries participating in the COP28 climate conference are discussing the possibility of formally phasing out the use of fossil fuels as part of the final agreement at…
Six children from Ukraine were brought back from Russia as part of an agreement with Qatar.
Doha — Six children from Ukraine who were taken by Russia during their invasion will be returned to their families after Qatar helped mediate the situation, according to officials from the Gulf nation on Tuesday. Russia has been alleged to…
Women from Africa leading the way in peacekeeping efforts.
In 2022, Baah was among the 173 female peacekeepers from Ghana who were part of the UN Interim Mission in Lebanon. She was also one of the 6,200 women peacekeepers, including military and police personnel, serving in 12 peacekeeping missions…
The uncertainty of “safe zones” in Gaza adds to the desperation in the area.
Dr. Rick Peeperkorn, the World Health Organization (WHO) Representative for the Occupied Palestinian Territory, reported from the southern city of Rafah that there has been more violence following the Israeli bombings that resumed last Friday. Dr. Peeperkorn, speaking to journalists…
Moody’s has revised its credit outlook for China, citing decreased economic growth and potential risks in the property market.
Moody’s, a ratings agency, downgraded China’s government credit ratings from stable to negative on Tuesday. This reflects growing international worry about the effects of increasing local government debt and a worsening real estate crisis on the economy of the world’s…
Zelenskyy Scraps Planned Meeting with American Legislators.
Unfortunately, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had to cancel his planned meeting with members of the U.S. Senate on Tuesday. The purpose of the meeting was to request continued military assistance in light of the ongoing Russian invasion. During a press…
The United States’ air missile defense is aiding Ukraine in countering attacks from Russia.
Russia is still carrying out aerial assaults on cities in Ukraine. However, Ukrainian authorities assert that their airspace is safeguarded by weaponry supplied by their allies, with the U.S.’s Avenger air defense missile system being particularly noteworthy. Anna Kosstutschenko provides…
Spotify is planning to reduce its workforce by 1,500 employees.
Spotify has announced its intention to reduce its global workforce by 17%, resulting in approximately 1,500 employees being laid off. This comes after the company already laid off 600 employees in January and an additional 200 in June. Spotify’s CEO…
Today’s Stock Market: Wall Street Declines Prior to Crucial Job Market Reports
New York — The stock market experienced a decline on Monday in Wall Street in anticipation of upcoming reports on the job market, which could potentially offer further understanding of the Federal Reserve’s considerations regarding interest rates. The S&P 500…