Why are millions still suffering after having COVID-19?
Globally, COVID-19 cases are increasing once more. The largest wave of infections to hit the US since the Omicron coronavirus strain is underway. However, the millions of patients experiencing Long COVID, or the pandemic's lingering symptoms, feel neglected while fresh instances make news. Why is Long COVID still so poorly understood when experts warn that it may be the next global public health emergency?
Following a contentious vote, Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was elected to a second term.
For a second term, Shehbaz Sharif has been voted prime minister by Pakistani politicians. Voter fraud accusations and political violence tainted last month's elections. A majority was not won by a single party. However, in order to create a coalition government and enable Sharif to be elected, the two biggest parties in parliament worked together.
China's urban train fueled by hydrogen has finished testing.
On Thursday, China's first autonomously constructed hydrogen-powered urban train achieved a test speed of 160 km/h, a significant advancement in the use of hydrogen energy in rail transportation.
Pakistan battles inflation, with an annual increase in the rate to 29.45%
Pakistan last raised its benchmark interest rate in June in response to persistent inflationary pressures and to meet an IMF requirement to secure the vital bailout. See to learn more.
South African building collapse: Teams race against the clock to find survivors.
Rescuers are racing against the clock to reach at least 39 people trapped beneath a collapsed building in George, South Africa. The structure was under construction when it collapsed two days ago, killing at least seven people.
Tunisia: There are protests about the country's declining economic status and living circumstances.
On Saturday, thousands demonstrated against the declining quality of life in front of the prime minister's office in Tunis, Tunisia, in response to a demand made by the country's largest labor union confederation. Watch to find out more!
Russia tries to obstruct US military supplies to Ukraine in the conflict between the two countries.
Although Ukraine is excitedly awaiting the much-delayed military aid from the US, Moscow is threatening to disrupt its military supplies in advance of a planned new Russian offensive. According to Ukraine, Moscow is stepping up its attacks on railroads in an attempt to obstruct the delivery of relief supplies. Keep an eye out for additional information!
Furious Sun unleashes enormous solar flare; most significant flare hits Earth in ten years.
The Sun's unpredictable activity peaked late Tuesday when the giant sunspot AR3664 emitted a gigantic solar flare, the most powerful explosion of this solar cycle. Stay tuned for further details!
Gaza hunger: Using tin cans to raise awareness of famine
As Israel continues to impose restrictions on food access into the besieged Strip, the UN claims that Gaza is on the verge of a famine. Tin cans contain the majority of the meager food that does reach Gaza. One Palestinian used an unusual method to convey a message to the globe.
TikTok CEO promises to win in court against potential ban
Authorities in the US are targeting Tik Tok; a new rule threatens a statewide ban unless the app's parent company, Bite Dance, divests. This would be the heaviest blow to the widely used video-sharing platform, which has already been subject to numerous restrictions worldwide. Keep an eye out for additional information!
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