Imagine a little girl in a pink sweater waving goodbye through a dirty bus window. She is not leaving for a fun trip, but because she is one of the 37 sick and injured patients, mostly children with cancer, finally allowed to leave Gaza for much-needed medical treatment. Gaza’s hospitals ar
The United Nations is facing a critical situation. In recent developments, a significant number of employees from the organization may face unemployment. The consequences of the employees' leaving are expected to affect many people around the globe. A lawsuit was filed to challenge a recent deci
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.
Asteroids are a constant presence in our solar system, but one in particular has scientists on edge. Bennu, a 500-metre-wide space rock, has a slim chance of colliding with Earth in 2182, but what if it does? Scientists in South Korea have used powerful computers to simulate this scenario. Let's bre
Upheaval is brewing in the Middle East. The U. S. has proposed a controversial idea to relocate Palestinians from Gaza. Israel, keen to implement this plan, has begun preparations. Palestinians seem concerned, with peace being the biggest worry. The main idea is to fix Gaza by moving its residents
Florida, the Sunshine State, faces a paradox. With its vibrant economy and low taxes, it attracts many. But when it comes to energy, Floridians are stuck with an outdated system. Hurricane Milton slammed Florida in October. It left 3 million people in the dark. This is not just about the st
The mental health of young people has been a serious concern since the mid-1900s. Most mental illnesses pop up before a person turns 25. Things have gotten worse in the last 20 years. The issue is not just about people being more aware or getting better diagnoses. It is a real crisis. Young people
In the heart of Louisiana, a scandal rocked the Catholic Church in New Orleans. This was more than a simple local news story. It was a huge deal for a city where Catholicism is a big part of life. The scandal was about sex-abuse allegations. The Church was in trouble. The New Orleans Saints, a majo
The U. S. President Trump announced that airstrikes were carried out on a group of ISIS planners and other members in Somalia. These attacks took place on the 27th of January. That is this month. He said the target was a senior ISIS member and other operatives hiding in caves. They were a threat to
Imagine waking up to the sound of explosions, not knowing if your home will still be standing. This was the harsh reality for many in Ukraine. Russia's latest drone attacks have left civilians wounded and killed. The drone attacks have caused widespread power outages in many regions. This inclu
