World Watch

In 2025, U.S. high school students increasingly turned to African designers for their prom dresses, reflecting a unique merger of cultures. Many teenagers are seeking custom-made gowns that incorporate traditional designs and modern aesthetics from Nigeria and Ghana. These outfits often feature bold colors and intricate embellishments, offering buyers a chance to express their identity […]

San Francisco has implemented measures aimed at addressing the issue of homelessness within the city. These efforts have led to visible changes in certain areas, such as increased law enforcement presence and the removal of encampments. However, advocates for the homeless population argue that these initiatives do not address the underlying causes of homelessness, which

In the affluent neighborhood of Daechi, Seoul, cafe owner Hyun Sung-joo has raised concerns regarding the phenomenon of Cagongjok, referring to young South Koreans who frequent coffee shops to study or work. Recently, he encountered a customer who occupied a space with two laptops and a six-port power strip for an entire day, prompting him

Serena Williams, a prominent figure in sports with a record of 23 Grand Slam titles, has addressed her use of weight loss medication in an effort to reduce the stigma surrounding such treatments. In a recent interview on the Today Show, Williams shared her struggles with weight management post-pregnancy, revealing that despite engaging in extensive

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed concerns that Russia is actively trying to block a meeting with President Vladimir Putin to discuss ending the ongoing conflict. U.S. President Donald Trump has been attempting to facilitate a summit between the two leaders, though he noted the significant differences in their relationship, describing it as “like oil

Famine conditions have been reported in Gaza, with the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) stating that approximately 500,000 people, or 25% of the Palestinian population in Gaza, are affected. The report emphasizes that this situation is “entirely man-made” and implicates Israel for systematically obstructing food aid to the region. Aid organizations highlight the irony

On Friday, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the country’s decision to reduce certain retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods while maintaining tariffs on automobiles, steel, and aluminum. This announcement followed a conversation between Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump, marking their first discussion since the two nations missed a self-imposed deadline to finalize a trade

The UK government has reached an out-of-court settlement to compensate thousands of Kenyans affected by a fire resulting from a British military training exercise in 2021. A total of 7,723 claimants reported property loss and health complications due to the fire in the Lolldaiga conservancy, located in Kenya’s Rift Valley. While the British High Commission

The United Nations has declared a famine in Gaza City and nearby areas, with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres labeling it a “man-made disaster.” This declaration follows a report from the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC), which has raised the food insecurity status in parts of Gaza to Phase 5—the highest level of severity. The

A mother has reported to the BBC that her five-year-old daughter, Lamia Hijjeh, has lost approximately 8.5 kilograms, nearly half of her body weight, due to the ongoing famine in Gaza City. Rida, Lamia’s mother, claims that her daughter is unable to walk as a result of her condition. On Friday, the Integrated Food Security