The Assyrians, a native group from the Middle East, are under threat. Over the past 200 years, they have faced severe persecution and forced migration due to targeted violence on their ancestral lands. This is a story that doesn't get much attention, but it's crucial to understand. One of the main issues is the ongoing oppression of Assyrians by Kurds. This isn't a ...
Tennessee Volunteers, ranked eighth, secured a thrilling 70-65 victory over the third-ranked Auburn Tigers. This win marks Tennessee's first appearance in the SEC Tournament championship game since 2022. The Volunteers, seeded fourth, avenged their January loss to Auburn and their 2019 defeat in the tournament final. The Volunteers' star player, Zakai Zeigle...
Lung cancer is a major health issue worldwide, causing significant illness and death. It's not just about survival; it's about how well patients live during and after treatment. This is where the concept of quality of life (QoL) comes in. QoL is a big deal for lung cancer patients. It's about how they feel physically, emotionally, and socially. It's about th...
In a shocking turn of events, a 73-year-old man, Joseph Czuba, is on trial for a brutal crime. The courtroom drama unfolded in the Will County Courthouse in Joliet, Illinois. Czuba is accused of a horrific act that shook the community to its core. The charges? Murder, attempted murder, and a hate crime. The victim? A six-year-old boy, Wadea Al-Fayoumi, and his mother...
Child abuse is a global problem that affects communities everywhere. Medical students and interns in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia are on the front lines of this issue. They are the ones who might spot the signs of abuse. So, it's important to make sure they know what to look for and how to report it. A recent study looked at how aware medical students and in...
The Eastern Mediterranean Region (EMR) has been a hotspot for trouble for over ten years. Nearly half of its 22 countries and territories have been in chaos due to political conflicts, increasing violence, and natural disasters. These events have torn apart communities, sparked disease outbreaks, and put immense pressure on healthcare systems. Imagine living in a pl...
In eastern DR Congo, the city of Goma is reeling from violence that has claimed nearly 3, 000 lives, according to the United Nations. The chaos unfolded as rebels from the Alliance Fleuve Congo (AFC) seized control of Goma. The takeover followed intense battles with the Congolese army. Vivian van de Perre, the deputy head of the UN mission in DR Con...
It's important to understand that many people who once worked in healthcare in Syria had to leave their home because of the trouble that started in 2011. It forced many healthcare professionals to make big decisions. Some of the first to leave headed for the eastern Mediterranean region. As time passed, the situation got worse and many of those who once provided hea...
Eastern Europe is in turmoil. Why? Because President Trump suddenly stopped U. S. foreign aid for 90 days. This move is causing major problems for countries that rely on this money to keep their democracies strong and their economies stable. Why is this a big deal? These countries have been trying to balance between the East and the West for a long time. Now, w...
In eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, a brutal conflict has taken the lives of six UN peacekeepers. This news comes as the M23 rebel group pushes closer to the city of Goma, a major hub for humanitarian efforts. The peacekeepers, hailing from South Africa, Uruguay, and Malawi, were killed in separate incidents over the weekend. The UN Security Council has responde...