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An estimated 14 million people across the globe, including over 4 million children, may die by 2030 due to drastic reductions in U.S. humanitarian aid following policy shifts under Donald Trump, according to new research published in The Lancet, one of the

U.S. President Donald Trump is preparing to host Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House on Monday, in a critical diplomatic engagement as global calls intensify for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. The visit, confirmed quietly by officials from

The United States has lifted select economic sanctions on Syria, following a historic peace agreement aimed at stabilizing the war-torn nation and reintroducing it to the global diplomatic stage. The announcement comes just weeks afterr U.S. President Donald Trump publicly hinted at

The Singapore government has granted its police force the power to freeze bank accounts and block money transfers if they suspect an individual is falling victim to a scam. The new law, which came into effect on July 1, 2025, allows officers

In a powerful act of national remembrance, Liberia will on Tuesday hold a symbolic state funeral for its former president, William R. Tolbert Jr., and 13 of his cabinet ministers—marking 45 years since their violent deaths in the 1980 military coup d’état

The East African Community (EAC) is gearing up for an optimistic economic outlook, with projections showing a growth rate of 5.8 percent in the 2025/2026 financial year. This forecast is driven by strong performances in key sectors such as agriculture, construction, and

The Somali Petroleum Authority (SPA) has announced that it will publicly release the country’s long-awaited petroleum survey results in July 2025. The results—gathered through advanced seismic exploration techniques both offshore and onshore—are expected to confirm the extent of Somalia’s hydrocarbon resources, marking

Kenya is facing a disturbing surge in suicide cases, a growing crisis that is shaking communities across the country and prompting urgent calls for stronger mental health care and public awareness. In the highlands of Kericho County, a 34-year-old man was found