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Why Trump’s tariffs can’t solve America’s fentanyl crisis

Why Trump’s tariffs can’t solve America’s fentanyl crisis

The US faces a decades-long drug crisis, and efforts to regulate, legislate, or incarcerate have failed to curb consumption.
Tue Feb 04 2025
For millions of children in food crises, a heightened risk of lifelong damage

For millions of children in food crises, a heightened risk of lifelong damage

Even after relief reaches these children, the hunger they have endured could cast a shadow over their health for years to come.
Sun Feb 02 2025
Thai resort island Phuket grapples with growing garbage crisis

Thai resort island Phuket grapples with growing garbage crisis

By the end of year, the island could be producing up to 1,400 tonnes of trash a day, overwhelming its sole landfill, deputy mayor says.
Sat Jan 18 2025
Ceasefire deal: Hamas commends Malaysia's support during Gaza crisis

Ceasefire deal: Hamas commends Malaysia's support during Gaza crisis

The ceasefire, announced by Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman, will initially span 42 days.
Thu Jan 16 2025
ASEAN Plus Three strengthen rice reserves for potential climate crisis

ASEAN Plus Three strengthen rice reserves for potential climate crisis

Rice-dependent nations like the Philippines, Laos, Myanmar, and Vietnam face extreme weather harming food production.
Wed Jan 08 2025
What options does PM Trudeau face in Canada's leadership crisis?

What options does PM Trudeau face in Canada's leadership crisis?

Justin Trudeau has been under increasing pressure to quit since Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland resigned over a policy clash.
Mon Jan 06 2025
Global hunger crisis deepens as major nations skimp on aid

Global hunger crisis deepens as major nations skimp on aid

At least 117 million people wont get food or other assistance in 2025, according to United Nations.
Sat Jan 04 2025
Ceasefire and aid: A lifeline for Gaza amid crisis

Ceasefire and aid: A lifeline for Gaza amid crisis

By continuously killing Palestinians and destroying Gaza will not free the hostages; only political negotiations for ceasefire can,- said Dr. Mohammad Qutub.
Thu Jan 02 2025
South Korea's presidential aides offer to resign amid political crisis

South Korea's presidential aides offer to resign amid political crisis

Yoon's chief of staff, policy chief, national security adviser and special adviser on foreign affairs and security, as well as all other senior secretaries, tendered their resignation.
Wed Jan 01 2025
South Korea's leadership crisis in hands of Constitutional Court

South Korea's leadership crisis in hands of Constitutional Court

South Korea's constitution requires six justices to agree on the ouster of an impeached president.
Wed Jan 01 2025
How Macron’s gamble unleashed chaos on France’s Fifth Republic

How Macron’s gamble unleashed chaos on France’s Fifth Republic

Frances crisis shows why thoughtful, reflective leadership may be the key to lasting solutions.
Sun Dec 29 2024
Global hunger monitor says famine in war-torn Sudan is spreading

Global hunger monitor says famine in war-torn Sudan is spreading

Famine in Sudan has expanded to five areas and will likely spread to another five by May, the global hunger monitor reported Tuesday.
Wed Dec 25 2024
Mass pre-Christmas food crushes claim 67 lives in Nigeria

Mass pre-Christmas food crushes claim 67 lives in Nigeria

Food is traditionally distributed to the poor ahead of Christmas, with large crowds gathering to benefit from the handouts.
Mon Dec 23 2024
How Myanmar’s junta is suppressing information about a hunger crisis

How Myanmar’s junta is suppressing information about a hunger crisis

The secrecy surrounding hunger research in Myanmar has hindered relief organisations efforts to raise money for humanitarian aid.
Sun Dec 22 2024
What options does PM Trudeau face in Canada's leadership crisis?

What options does PM Trudeau face in Canada's leadership crisis?

Justin Trudeau is under increasing pressure to quit after Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland resigned over a policy clash.
Sat Dec 21 2024
Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security

Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security

Trump's threats are no way to treat an ally, but unfortunately for him, international law is on Canada's side.
Sun Feb 16 2025
Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?

Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?

Study suggests that environmental factors, particularly air pollution may be driving the rise in non-smoking-related lung cancer.
Sun Feb 16 2025
UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter

UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter

Hundreds of thousands of people are now living in makeshift accommodation, including churches and hospitals, according to UNHCR.
Sun Feb 16 2025
How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?

How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?

The result is due to be announced on March 9.
Sun Feb 16 2025
Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns

Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns

Trump says US troops would not be part of any security presence in Ukraine.
Sun Feb 16 2025
AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says

AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says

Over the next decade, AI is expected to redefine job roles rather than eliminate them.
Sun Feb 16 2025
OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert

OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert

While OpenAI claims its tool rivals human analysts, AI inevitably lacks judgement, scrutiny and expertise that make good research valuable.
Sun Feb 16 2025
Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood

Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood

The power of music comes from our choices in what to listen to and the human agency we express in this act.
Sun Feb 16 2025
Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs?

Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs?

Nearly 700 boats carrying more than 36,800 people crossed the Channel between France and Britain in 2024.
Sun Feb 16 2025
US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste?

US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste?

Sovereign wealth funds are usually associated with great wealth - Norway's 'oil fund' is estimated to be worth US$1.7 trillion.
Sat Feb 15 2025