You know how sometimes people leave a club or an organization because they're not happy? Well, President Trump just did something like that. He announced that the US is leaving the World Health Organization, or WHO. This group is like a big club that helps countries work together on health problems.
When Donald Trump became the 47th US president, leaders worldwide reacted with a mix of excitement, apprehension, and outright defiance. Panama's President José Raúl Mulino swiftly reassured his citizens that the Panama Canal would remain under their control, despite Trump's comments. Meanwhile, Mex
President Trump suggested changing the Gulf of Mexico's name to the "Gulf of America" in his inaugural speech. This isn’t the first time he’s talked about altering geographical names. He’s previously suggested making Canada the "51st State, " asking Denmark to sell Greenland, and wanting Panama to g
Ever since the military coup in Burma, or Myanmar, in 2021, the country has been in a tough spot. The military took over, and things got really bad for many people. They're facing a major humanitarian crisis, with lots of people suffering. The military controls less than 20% of the country now, and
For 468 long days, families of hostages have been living in darkness. But now, a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas promises a sliver of light. The deal, starting Jan. 19 for 42 days, could free 33 of the 98 hostages. The agonizing wait for the remaining families continues. Each day they ask
Maverick Carter, a close friend and business partner of NBA star LeBron James, is playing a key role in a new international basketball league. This league aims to raise $5 billion from private investors to create a global circuit of six men's and six women's teams. The plan is for these teams to tra
Rwanda has become a key player in the global battle against rheumatic heart disease (RHD). The country is home to the Rwanda RHD Research Network, which serves as a central hub for international collaboration. This network brings together scientists, doctors, and public health experts from around th
Between 1956 and 1962, the Escola Paulista de Medicina in Brazil received significant funding from the Rockefeller Foundation. This financial support aimed to modernize the school's medical training programs. The focus was on enhancing knowledge in basic sciences, improving clinical practice, and es
In a surprising twist, Russia's Kremlin has weighed in on U. S. President-elect Donald Trump's idea to buy Greenland. This semi-autonomous island, part of Denmark, is home to a U. S. Space Force base and has a population of about 56, 000. Trump believes acquiring Greenland would benefit U. S. nation
In the wake of Donald Trump Jr's social media post suggesting a link between Ukraine and the California wildfires, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has offered to send 150 firefighters to help. This comes as California faces one of its most devastating natural disasters, with entire neighborh
