The leader of the United Nations addresses the public from Antarctica in anticipation of the upcoming Global Climate Summit.
April 15, 2021 Cannot reword. Before the international climate talks, the United Nations Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, traveled to Antarctica, a globally significant location, to witness the melting of ice that has been frozen for millions of years due to human-induced…
The World Health Organization has confirmed the first instance of sexual transmission of Mpox during the current record outbreak in Congo.
LONDON — The World Health Organization has announced the first confirmed case of sexual transmission of mpox in the Democratic Republic of Congo, as the country grapples with its largest outbreak. This is a concerning development, as African scientists caution…
South Africa and Colombia are engaged in a battle against pharmaceutical companies over the availability of tuberculosis and HIV medications.
CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA — Some nations, such as South Africa and Colombia, are adopting a more aggressive stance against pharmaceutical companies after being left behind in the competition for COVID-19 vaccines. They are also resisting policies that prevent access…
The WHO has requested additional information from China regarding recent cases of illness and clusters of pneumonia.
geneva — Chinese authorities reported to the World Health Organization on Thursday that they did not discover any unfamiliar or new illnesses in the nation. The U.N. health agency had requested details after observing a possible increase in respiratory illnesses…
The countries of West Africa are taking action to address widespread outbreaks of diphtheria by focusing on those who have not received vaccinations.
abuja, nigeria — Government officials in multiple West African nations are working to control large-scale diphtheria outbreaks. In Nigeria, a high-ranking health official stated on Thursday that millions of people are receiving vaccinations to address significant vulnerabilities to the disease….
The victor of the Ethiopian American Top Young Scientist Challenge aims to make a positive impact on people’s lives.
A 14-year-old American of Ethiopian descent residing in Virginia, USA, has been named the winner of the 3M Young Scientist Challenge, a yearly science contest for students in grades 5 to 8. VOA’s Eden Geremew interviewed the champion in Fairfax…
Users’ Perspective on Holiday Meals Shifts with Introduction of New Obesity Drugs
Claudia Stearns had a long-standing aversion towards Thanksgiving. Being someone who has battled obesity since childhood, Stearns despised the yearly stress of fixating on her food choices and feeling guilty for indulging on a holiday centered around feasting. After losing…
Pakistan’s severe air pollution problem is highlighted by the poor air quality in Lahore.
Islamabad — As a child in Lahore, which is known as the cultural capital of Pakistan, Mariam looked forward to fall as it meant being able to engage in outdoor activities after enduring months of scorching summer temperatures. However, now…
The United Kingdom advocates for technological solutions to address worldwide hunger, while some argue that inequality is the root cause.
London — According to British officials, advancements in food production have the potential to reduce hunger for millions of individuals. This was discussed at a global summit on food insecurity on Monday. However, some critics argue that the emphasis on…
A court decision favors the opposing party in the dispute between Native American groups and a lithium mine in Nevada.
Some of the top news stories this week focused on Native American topics. A state legislator from Oklahoma and a labor leader nearly get into a physical altercation during a Senate committee meeting. Senator Markwayne Mullin, a Republican from Oklahoma,…