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Brazil: Emergency Declared in Buriticupu as Sinkholes Threaten Homes
February 23, 2025
Brazil: Emergency Declared in Buriticupu as Sinkholes Threaten Homes
Authorities have declared a state of emergency in Buriticupu, Brazil, after significant sinkholes have emerged, endangering approximately 1,200 residents, The Guardian reported. The city, with a population of 55,000, has witnessed escalating soil erosion over the past 30 years, exacerbated…
Germany’s Election: Rising Far-Right Influence and Muslim Concerns
February 23, 2025
Germany’s Election: Rising Far-Right Influence and Muslim Concerns
As Germany heads to the polls for its parliamentary election, concerns over the economy and the growing influence of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party dominate the political landscape. The AfD, known for its anti-immigrant stance, has surged to…
Italy Contributes €3 Million for Rohingya Refugees in Bangladesh
February 22, 2025
Italy Contributes €3 Million for Rohingya Refugees in Bangladesh
The Italian government has reaffirmed its support for the approximately one million Rohingya refugees residing in Bangladesh by pledging €3 million, ANSA news agency reported. This funding will assist the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) and the UN World Food Programme…
Europe’s AI Challenge: A Call for Regulatory Flexibility
February 22, 2025
Europe’s AI Challenge: A Call for Regulatory Flexibility
Sweden’s Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson warned that Europe may fall behind in the global artificial intelligence (AI) race unless it eases strict regulations on the technology, Anadolu Agency reported. Speaking at the Techarena event in Stockholm, he urged European policymakers…
Moroccan Court Overturns Deportation Order for Uyghur Activist, Orders Release
February 22, 2025
Moroccan Court Overturns Deportation Order for Uyghur Activist, Orders Release
A Moroccan court on Thursday overturned a decision to deport Yidiresi Aishan, a member of China’s Uyghur Muslim minority, and ordered his release from prison, Arab News reported citing his lawyer Miloud Kandil. Aishan, a father of three in his…
Online Shopping in the EU Sees Continued Growth in 2024
February 21, 2025
Online Shopping in the EU Sees Continued Growth in 2024
Online shopping in the European Union maintained its upward trend in 2024, Anadolu Agency reported citing data released by Eurostat on Thursday. Last year, 77% of internet users purchased or ordered goods and services for personal use online, marking a…
ECB cuts interest rates to boost economy as unemployment holds steady
February 20, 2025
ECB cuts interest rates to boost economy as unemployment holds steady
Almost three years into the Russein-Ukraine war, Europe’s economy continues to feel the impact. Rising energy costs have led to higher expenses in transportation and education, while recent reports indicated no major shifts in unemployment rate. In January 2025, the European…
MSF warns of rising violence in eastern DR Congo
February 20, 2025
MSF warns of rising violence in eastern DR Congo
Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has raised alarm over escalating violence in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, calling for urgent protection of civilians and medical teams. Gunfights and looting in Uvira, South Kivu province, have hindered humanitarian efforts, with hospitals receiving…
World’s Largest Lithium Deposit in Bolivia Faces Environmental Challenges
February 20, 2025
World’s Largest Lithium Deposit in Bolivia Faces Environmental Challenges
The Salar de Uyuni in Bolivia, the world’s largest lithium deposit, holds immense potential for renewable energy but poses significant ecological risks, an article by SciTech Daily reported. A Duke University study reveals that lithium-brine mining increases arsenic levels in…
Solar-Powered Refrigerators Reduce Food Waste in Kenya
February 20, 2025
Solar-Powered Refrigerators Reduce Food Waste in Kenya
Some local residents in Nairobi faced significant losses due to spoilage before acquiring solar-powered refrigerators from Koolboks, a Kenyan startup. According to an article by VOA, these innovative devices, equipped with ice compartments, can keep food cool for up to…