Category : Global


Pope Condemns Child Exploitation in Uganda

In a powerful address during his African tour, Pope Francis denounced the 'ugly darkness' of child exploitation in Uganda, urging society to protect its most vulnerable members.

Afghanistan Quake: Over 2,400 Dead, Taliban Plead for Aid

A devastating 6.3 magnitude earthquake strikes western Afghanistan, killing over 2,400 and leaving villages in ruins. The Taliban government appeals for urgent international aid amidst a growing humanitarian catastrophe.

Sudan Landslide Kills Over 1,000, Rebel Group Says

A devastating landslide in Sudan's Darfur region has claimed over 1,000 lives, according to rebel officials. The catastrophe strikes amid ongoing conflict, severely hampering rescue efforts.

RSF: Israel's Systematic Campaign Against Gaza Journalists

Exclusive: A damning new report from Reporters Without Borders details a systematic Israeli campaign targeting media in Gaza, with over 100 Palestinian journalists killed since October. The fight for press freedom has become a battle for survival.

UK slashes vital aid to Kenya and Nigeria

Exclusive: The UK's decision to abruptly cut millions in aid funding for critical health and education programmes in Kenya and Nigeria has sparked outrage and fears of a devastating humanitarian impact.

Elderly Woman Buried Alive for 12 Hours in Gaza Strike

A 74-year-old grandmother, Mariam Abu Dagga, endured a 12-hour burial under debris after an Israeli airstrike on her Gaza home. Her miraculous survival and rescue by neighbours highlights the human cost of the ongoing conflict.

Veteran Palestinian Journalist Killed in Gaza Airstrike

The media community mourns the loss of veteran Palestinian journalist and women's rights advocate Maryam Abu Daqqa, killed in an Israeli airstrike on Khan Younis. Colleagues remember her lifelong dedication to reporting and activism.

Africa's Plan to Redraw the World Map with True Scale

The African Union launches a bold initiative to replace the Mercator projection with the 'Equal Earth' map, aiming to accurately represent the continent's true scale and reshape global perceptions in a monumental geopolitical move.

How Maps Have Shrunk Africa's True Scale and Potential

A new Guardian analysis exposes how the Mercator map projection has historically minimised Africa's true size and global importance, calling for a more accurate representation of the continent's vast potential.

UN: Gaza starvation deaths may be war crimes

A senior UN official delivers a stark warning that the catastrophic man-made famine in Gaza, claiming countless lives, could amount to war crimes under international law.

Famine Declared in Gaza City by Global Monitor

The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) has officially declared a state of famine in Gaza City, marking a devastating escalation in the humanitarian crisis triggered by the ongoing conflict and siege.

UN: Famine 'Imminent' in Northern Gaza

A devastating UN-backed report declares that famine is 'imminent' in northern Gaza, with the entire population facing acute food insecurity and malnutrition rates soaring beyond emergency thresholds.

Gaza Famine Crisis: Children Dying from Starvation

A new report reveals catastrophic famine levels in northern Gaza, with children now dying from starvation. As Israeli forces continue their offensive, the humanitarian crisis reaches a devastating tipping point.

Trump Aid Cuts Linked to Soaring Maternal Deaths in Africa

New research exposes the devastating impact of Trump-era aid cuts, linking the expanded 'Mexico City Policy' to a dramatic 31% increase in maternal mortality across sub-Saharan African nations reliant on US health funding.

Why Africa looks smaller on world maps

The Mercator projection distorts Africa's true size, making it appear smaller than it really is. Discover why this misrepresentation matters and how it impacts global perceptions.

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