Driest New York in 150 years: People told to conserve water
New York's mayor has called on residents to conserve water by taking shorter showers, fixing leaky faucets, and using other water-saving measures, after a...
China: Marriage registrations drop in 2024
China has implemented several policies to address its declining population, yet marriage registrations dropped in the first nine months of 2024, according to data...
US elections 2024: 5 major issues at stake
As the 2024 US presidential race enters its final weekend, Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump are in a close contest. While most...
US: Job growth sees significant slowdown
In October, job growth in the US saw a significant slowdown, affected by hurricanes and labor strikes that disrupted economic activity. Employers added just...
New laws in Japan: Cyclists on phones can face jail
In Japan, new regulations introduced on Friday impose stringent penalties on cyclists who use mobile phones while riding, potentially resulting in up to six...
2 dozen countries at high risk of acute hunger: UN
Food insecurity is projected to worsen in Sudan and nearly two dozen other conflict-affected regions over the next six months, largely due to ongoing...
Air pollution reaches hazardous levels in Delhi, Lahore
As air pollution reaches hazardous levels, a proposal has emerged for a “smog diplomacy” initiative between Pakistan's Lahore and India.As reported by Shah Meer...
Japan’s iconic Hello Kitty goes under transformation
Hello Kitty, widely considered Japan's most beloved creation, is marking her 50th anniversary. However, Sanrio, the company behind her, has experienced significant financial ups...
Europe: Income gap grows wider in biggest-smallest farms
A media analysis of agricultural income data reveals that the income gap between Europe’s largest and smallest farms has doubled over the past 15...