The Korean War is the longest-running conflict in the world and has claimed the lives of over million people. This week, reports are coming in that North and South Korea are close to ending the war. If these reports are true, it would be a huge step forward for both countries. The ceasefire is reportedly […]
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US President Donald Trump has announced that Sarah Sanders will resign as White House press secretary.
Sarah Sanders had been the press secretary for Donald Trump since May 2017, and she had been a key figure in the Trump administration’s messaging strategy. She is being replaced by deputy press secretary Raj Shah. Background On July 26, 2018, Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced that she would be resigning as the White House press […]
Nobel Peace Prize Awarded to Ethiopian Prime Minister for Bringing Peace to Africa
The Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to Ethiopian Prime Minister, Abiy Ahmed, for his efforts in bringing peace and stability to Africa. This is the first time that the prize has been given to a head of government from Africa, and it is hoped that this recognition will help promote progress on the continent. […]
A plane flying in honor of those fighting against the COVID-19 disease crashed and one person died
With Memorial Day just around the corner, many people will be spending time outdoors enjoying the sunshine and good company. But for one family in North Carolina, their memorial day was a little different. Their loved one, Ryan Vaughn, passed away last week after his plane crashed while flying in honor of those fighting against […]
Contestant photos of (3) Burmese photographers depicting friendship
This three-part series will showcase photos of three Burmese photographers who have been friends for over 30 years. Through their photography, these friends share stories of life in Burma, documenting the changes that have occurred there over the years. Introducing: the photographers The photographers featured in this contest are Burmese nationals who have captured the […]
After being refused entry by the United States, a Mexican citizen hanged himself on a river bridge between the two countries’ border, two Mexican security officials said.
Just days after US President Donald Trump announced his plans to build a wall along the United States-Mexico border, a Mexican citizen has committed suicide by hanging himself on a bridge between the two countries’ border. The cause of the man’s death is still under investigation, but his family and friends have expressed their concerns […]
Tanzanian President Magufuli has said that a plane has been sent to the island nation of Madagascar to import traditional medicines that can cure the disease of COVID-19.
A Tanzanian President has pledged his support for a campaign to import traditional medicines that can cure the deadly COVID-19 virus. Magufuli made the announcement on Twitter, saying that a plane has been sent to Madagascar to bring in the medicines. The campaign is being spearheaded by the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction […]
In China, 1,716 health workers have been infected with the new coronavirus, and 6 have died, according to Zhang Yixing, vice minister of China’s National Health Commission.
The new coronavirus, known as SARS-CoV-2014-02, has quickly spread around the world and has now been confirmed in China. This article provides a brief overview of the coronavirus and the health workers who have been infected with it. What is the coronavirus? The coronavirus is a virus that mainly affects the respiratory system. It is […]
A 9-year-old boy found a giant worm in his backyard
Recently, a 9-year-old boy named Owen found a giant worm in his backyard. His mother took a picture of him with the worm in his hand and posted it to Instagram with the caption, “My son found this worm in his backyard! He’s so excited!” Worms are common in gardens and fields, but they’re usually […]
The amount of drugs seized by the Lao police in the Golden Triangle region is the largest drug seizure in Asia, the United Nations announced.
Lao authorities have seized what is believed to be the largest amount of drugs in Asia – more than 2 metric tons of methamphetamine, heroin and cocaine. The seizure was made during a joint operation between the Lao police and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The Lao police seized a record […]