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.
Millions nationwide are under severe weather alerts as frigid temperatures and thick snow cover everything from New Mexico to Iowa. Meanwhile, several southern towns are under tornado watches as storms approach the Gulf Coast.
South Korea, which has the lowest fertility rate in the world, has launched high-speed train links to help improve the country's birth rate by reducing commuting times. Young people in South Korea have frequently cited long commutes and small, pricey housing in greater Seoul as the main deterrents to getting married and starting a family.
What student demonstrations indicate about US politics and support for Israel
The number of nationwide university rallies against Israel's attack on Gaza is increasing, and several school encampments are under increased surveillance. Hundreds of students at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) crowded a demonstration space to support Palestine. The university has not responded to the precise demands. However, it stated that it upholds the community's rights to free expression. Less disturbance to instruction and classes is another goal shared by administrators. To avoid traffic, there is more security surrounding the encampment. Large-scale counterprotests are anticipated in the area in the following days, even though protests have been mainly peaceful.
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.
Wahiba's World: After 27 years, the banned television program that defied taboos in Iraq is back.
An Iraqi television show banned by Saddam Hussein is back on screens after a 27-year Hiatus. Saddam Hussein had prohibited the program for its harsh portrayal of Life under sanctions. Watch to find out more!
Amazon shares are sold by billionaire Jeff Bezos. Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon and a billionaire, sold about 12 million shares of the cloud services and online retail company for about $2 billion. According to a company filing on Friday, the sale occurred on Wednesday and Thursday.
CAA implemented: SC requests an answer from the Center after denying a stay on CAA implementation
Days after India enacted the Citizenship Amendment Act. The Supreme Court was inundated with petitions for the act's retraction. On March 19, the Supreme Court heard arguments against the CAA in more than 200 petitions.
Thousands of Israelis participate in anti-government demonstrations.
In what is the largest anti-government demonstration since Israel began its attack on Gaza, tens of thousands of people have assembled outside the Israeli parliament building in Jerusalem. On Sunday, the demonstrators asked for early elections and demanded that the government negotiate a ceasefire agreement that would include the release of Israeli prisoners detained by Hamas in Gaza. The rally in Jerusalem, according to the demonstrators, was the largest since Israel began its attack on Gaza in October.
Pakistan is engulfed in a protest over election cheating. The election in Pakistan, which appeared to be ended with results in hand, has turned out to be anything but, despite the best efforts of all parties, there is no indication of an Alliance to form a government, and the issues facing the country's 241 million citizens now seem more fantastic than before. Watch to find out more!
US Defense Chief Lloyd Austin converses with Dong Jun of China
The National Defense Minister of China spoke with US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin. This is the first interaction between them in more than a year as the two nations work to rebuild military ties. The two allegedly covered a wide range of topics on their call, including regional and international security challenges and US-China defense ties. Keep an eye out for additional information!
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