South Sudan is in the spotlight again, but this time it's not about its own struggles. The U. S. is facing questions about sending migrants to a country that's already on the brink. The U. S. government has been expelling immigrants convicted of crimes, but it's not clear where they're being sent. Some believe South Sudan is the destination, which raises serious conc...
Ahmed al-Shara is no longer just a rebel leader. He is now the president of Syria. He is trying to rebuild a country torn apart by war. His journey from rebel commander to president has been anything but simple. In the past, his alliances were clear-cut. Turkey backed him, while the Assad regime and Iran opposed him. Financial aid from other countries was helpf...
In the aftermath of a massive 7. 7-magnitude earthquake, Myanmar is facing a daunting task of recovery. The earthquake has left a trail of destruction, particularly in Mandalay, the country's second-largest city. The disaster's full impact is still unfolding, with the death toll already at 1, 700 and expected to climb. The situation is complicated by Myanmar's ongoin...
The U. S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has officially been shut down. This decision came after a lengthy process of budget cuts and restructuring. The State Department will now take over many of USAID's responsibilities. This move is part of a broader effort to streamline foreign aid and make it more efficient. The decision to close USAID was mad...
When countries or international groups impose aid sanctions, they're essentially withholding money as a form of punishment. This tactic is often used in response to political unrest, armed conflicts, or human rights violations. However, these sanctions can have unintended consequences, particularly on the health of mothers and children. Burkina Faso, Sudan, and Myan...
The Trump administration has made a big move. They've decided to cancel 83% of U. S. foreign aid contracts. This means 5, 200 out of 6, 200 contracts are no longer active. The remaining 1, 000 will be managed by the State Department, which recently took over the U. S. Agency for International Development (USAID). The reason behind this drastic change? The administra...
The U. S. Agency for International Development (USAID) just went through a major shake-up. In a quick six weeks, the Trump administration cut 83% of its programs. This means 5, 200 out of 6, 200 programs are now gone. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced this big change on social media. He thanked DOGE and the hardworking staff for making this happen. The adminis...
The Supreme Court recently made a big decision. It said that the president can't just ignore laws made by Congress. This is a reminder that our government has three parts: the president, Congress, and the courts. They all have different jobs and powers. The president tried to stop foreign aid. He said he could decide how to spend the money. But the Constitution says...
The House of Representatives took a strong stance against Democratic Congressman Al Green. They voted to censure him for interrupting Donald Trump's speech during a joint session. The vote was close, with 224 in favor and 198 opposed, including 10 Democrats who crossed party lines. This move came after Green repeatedly shouted at Trump, leading House Speaker Mike Joh...
The Supreme Court recently made a big decision. They rejected a request to keep billions in foreign aid frozen. This aid was meant for important global health programs and other key initiatives. The court didn't say exactly when the money must be released, though. This means the White House can keep arguing about it in lower courts. The ruling was close, with a 5-4 ...