WAR IMPACT

Aug 11 2025HEALTH

Faith and Healing: How Beliefs Shape Recovery Journeys

In Israel, a group of 34 peer support specialists shared their thoughts on how spirituality plays a part in helping people recover from mental health issues. These specialists, who have personal experience with mental health challenges, use their own stories to help others. They believe that connecting with something bigger than themselves can be a powerful tool in t...

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Jun 21 2025BUSINESS

Middle East Tensions Send European Fuel Prices Skyward

The Middle East is in turmoil, and Europe is feeling the heat, literally. Jet fuel and diesel prices in Europe have shot up to their highest points in over a year. Why? Because traders are nervous about the war between Iran and Israel. They fear that the conflict could mess with fuel exports from the Middle East, a major supplier to Europe. The price hike is real. D...

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Jun 01 2025POLITICS

Poland's Presidential Face-Off: A Choice Between Past and Future

Poland is at a crossroads. On Sunday, voters will decide between two presidential candidates who have very different ideas about the country's future. The current president, Andrzej Duda, is stepping down after two terms. His successor will either push Poland towards a more nationalist path or steer it towards a more liberal, pro-European direction. The stakes are h...

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May 29 2025EDUCATION

Learning in the Crossfire: How Tech Kept Schools Going in Lebanon

In the heart of Lebanon, the fall of 2024 and 2025 brought a unique challenge to education. War disrupted traditional schooling, pushing educators to find new ways to keep students learning. This is where e-learning stepped in. It offered a flexible and scalable solution, using new technologies to deliver education despite the chaos. E-learning isn't new. It's b...

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May 27 2025BUSINESS

Tesla's European Sales Drop: Is the Spark Fading?

Tesla is facing a tough time in Europe. Sales dropped by nearly half in April compared to the same month last year. This isn't just a small dip. It's a significant plunge. While the overall electric car market in Europe is growing, Tesla is struggling to keep up. There are several reasons for this drop. One big factor is the backlash against Tesla's CEO, Elon Musk. ...

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May 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

Xiaomi's Big Bet on Homegrown Tech

Xiaomi is making a huge move to create its own technology. The company is putting 50 billion yuan, which is about 6. 9 billion dollars, into making its own chips over the next decade. This is a big deal because it shows that Xiaomi is serious about not relying on other countries for important parts of its products. The trade war between the U. S. and China has m...

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May 20 2025POLITICS

Russia's Oil Smuggling Fleet Faces New Hurdles

The European Union and the United Kingdom have joined forces to tackle Russia's shadow fleet. This fleet is a group of around 500 old ships. They are used to secretly move oil, gas, and even stolen Ukrainian grain. This move is part of a bigger plan to punish Russia for its actions in Ukraine. The EU has put sanctions on 189 ships from this shadow fleet. This means ...

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May 20 2025POLITICS

Mayor Adams Strengthens Ties with Israel Amidst Gaza Conflict

New York City's mayor, Eric Adams, took a significant step by signing a new business deal with Israel. This move is part of his broader strategy to counter calls for divestment from Israel, especially amidst the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The agreement, signed during a conference in Manhattan, aims to boost economic ties between New York and Israel. A special council,...

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May 04 2025HEALTH

Cancer Care Challenges in Afghanistan: A Nurse's Perspective

Afghanistan is a country that has seen more than its share of struggles. It is one of the poorest nations globally, with a history marked by long periods of conflict. This backdrop makes providing quality healthcare, especially for serious illnesses like cancer, incredibly difficult. The focus here is on the hurdles faced by nurses in delivering cancer care. It is ...

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May 02 2025FINANCE

The Trade War's Ripple Effects on Jobs and Economy

The U. S. economy is feeling the strain of the ongoing trade war. The job market has shown signs of slowing down. This is happening as the president's trade policies start to impact the broader economy. In April, the number of new jobs created was 177, 000. This is a slight decrease from the previous month. The unemployment rate remained steady at 4. 2%. This is desp...

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