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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…

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…

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…

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…

The African Union’s Peace and Security Council (AUPSC) has urged warring parties in Sudan to observe a humanitarian ceasefire during the holy month of Ramadan, beginning in March 2025, Sudan Tribune reported. In a statement issued on February 19, the…

Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has condemned a “reprehensible” attack on two Muslim women at a Melbourne shopping center, which occurred on February 13, Arab News reported. The incident has sparked outrage within the Islamic community, led by Test cricketer…

More than 150 false killer whales have stranded on a beach near Arthur River in Tasmania, Australia, with only 90 of the 157 animals still alive as rescue teams race against time, Al Jazeera reported. The Department of Natural Resources…

Vietnamese companies are increasingly employing blockchain technology to penetrate the halal market, ensuring compliance with Muslim dietary laws, Tuoitre News reported. This innovative approach allows for secure storage of halal certification data, creating transparent and immutable records throughout the supply…

Air force commanders from 40 African nations convened in Lusaka, Zambia, for the 14th Annual African Air Chiefs (AAAC) symposium, focusing on cooperation in humanitarian aid and disaster relief, Anadolu Agency reported. Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema emphasized the importance of…

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels on Sunday seized control of Bukavu, the second-largest city in eastern Congo, amid escalating violence that has displaced over 6 million people, Arab News reported. The M23, part of a coalition known as the Congo River Alliance,…