Afghanistan: Baghlan flash flooding kills at least 50.
Storms and flash floods wreaked havoc on Baghlan province in northern Afghanistan, killing at least 50 people, local officials say. According to Hedayatullah Hamdard, Provincial Director of the disaster management authority, the natural catastrophe devastated the districts of Gozargah-e-Noor, Jelgah, Nahrin, Baghlan-e-Markazi, and Barka, as well as the provincial capital of Pul-e-Khumri, on Friday.
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Scientists claim they have successfully cut HIV out of infected cells
Scientists are claiming a significant breakthrough in HIV cure researchers at the University of Amsterdam successfully eliminated the virus from infected cells using Nobel prize technology called CRISPR the gene editing technology.
The World Bank promises Egypt $6 billion as international assistance surges.
The World Bank has offered Egypt a $6 billion support package over three years. Half of this will go directly to government programs, while the other half attempts to support the private sector. This follows an enhanced $8 billion credit plan approved by the International Monetary Fund in March.
Milei asks for support for economic changes in light of Argentina's economic crisis.
The president of Argentina has addressed Congress on important policy matters. According to Javier Milei, his country has no future until its economic structure is altered. Anger over his proposed economic reforms erupted into public demonstrations before to his speech.
Protesters in Ghana demand the president step down due to blackouts and the country's declining economy.
Ghanaian protestors demand the president resign because they believe the administration fails to handle the country's electricity problem. A mother's sorrow over her newborn's passing as a result of a hospital power outage draws attention to Ghana's electrical issue. The economy has slowed down, and frequent blackouts have impacted healthcare. As rationing deepens, protesters point the finger at government ineptitude. Opponents contend President Nana Addo's administration has failed despite pledges to resolve the problem. Ghana risks an economic downturn by stopping energy provision to its neighbors to alleviate shortages at home.
UK: Prime Minister Rishi Sunak pledges to begin deporting immigrants by the spring
According to British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, the UK intends to send asylum seekers to Rwanda in the spring. This was the actual schedule for the asylum proposal by Rishi Sunak, which is presently being discussed in Parliament. Watch to find out more!
More than 2000 businesses file for bankruptcy in February 2024.
The economic picture in the United Kingdom is still terrible. A concerning picture of the business climate in the UK is painted by the most recent government statistics on insolvency. In February, 17% more companies in England and Wales were declared insolvent than in 2023. There were 2,102 insolvent companies, compared to 1,801 in February 2023.
Political liberties in Hong Kong: Opposition activists worry about a new security bill
With worries that it would endanger human rights and move Hong Kong closer to China, the contentious Article 23 is currently being discussed in the Legislative Council of Hong Kong. Proponents of the proposed bill have already ignited rallies and met strong criticism, claiming that it could jeopardize free expression and civic liberties. The discussion comes as tensions between the Chinese government and the pro-democracy movement are rising, which is concerning for Hong Kong's independence and future.
UN General Assembly backs Palestinian bid: overwhelming support for full UN membership.
The General Assembly has supported a Palestinian bid to become a full UN member. The resolution asks the Security Council to reconsider and endorse the subject, thereby recognising a Palestinian state.
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