United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime warned this week that the ever-growing global supply of opium-based drugs and cocaine is a rampant public health problem. The UN report shows that the production of opium and cocaine has reached historic highs in recent years while drug markets have been expanding. The report includes the demand for these drugs, the supply, and the health risks. UNODC … [Read more...]

Africa’s middle class is booming, but a higher standard of life does not necessarily mean only good news. As supermarket shopping is on the rise in many parts of the continent, so are poor-nutrition rates. More and more Kenyans, for instance, are steering clear of farmer’s markets as they would rather consume ready-made meals and processed foods. In the long term, the trend could prove costly, … [Read more...]

In response to Venezuela’s decision to expel a couple of U.S. diplomats on Tuesday, the United States booted a top Venezuelan diplomat from Washington D.C. The State Department confirmed the move and said that the Venezuelan envoy is now officially a “persona non grata” in the country. Venezuela’s deputy consul general in Houston was also booted on Wednesday. The two diplomats now have 48 hours … [Read more...]

A recent fishing misfortune showed us why marine animals aren’t something we should play with. After trying to make a joke involving a fish, a 28-year-old man from Great Britain came incredibly close to dying. He placed the dover sole he had just fished from the water right over his mouth, but the fish escaped from the hook and jumped right in the man’s throat. The man was just trying to make a … [Read more...]

A gay hairdresser from UK has been accused by his partners for deliberately infecting them with HIV, after he forced them to engage in sexual intercourse with them. One of his partners sought legal action against the hairdresser, and showed the court the disturbing text messages he had received from the sick man. The aggressor sent disquieting texts to his victims The court found out Daryll … [Read more...]

A melting glacier in the Swiss Alps turned out to be the final resting place of a couple that has been missing since 1942. The two, husband and wife and residents of the Diablerets mountains area, left their home on August 15, 75 years ago, but never came back. Although their story did not have a happy ending, their relatives still appreciate the fact that they got an end and their questions … [Read more...]

The cholera outbreak in Yemen is advancing from worse to even more so, according to the latest reports on the matter. On Monday, July 10, the International Committee of the Red Cross revealed that there are now over 300,000 suspected cholera cases in the country. #Yemen's cholera epidemic continues to spiral out of control. Today, over 300,000 people are suspected to be ill. More than 1,600 … [Read more...]

The worst cholera outbreak in recent history affected more than 1,600 Yemeni citizens who fell victim to the disease. Due to a civil war that erupted in the region, public health services have almost collapsed and are currently struggling to contain the outbreak. Apart from the 1,600 victims of the epidemic, nearly 5,000 people are infected every day and several humanitarian organizations have … [Read more...]

On a global level, June 08th has been deemed the World Oceans Day and this year, the overall theme is “Our Oceans, Our Future”. As the event points out, this is a new chance of taking a stand and making a difference today and each day for the world. The event is described as “a global day of ocean celebration and collaboration for a better future.” So both governmental authorities and NGOs … [Read more...]

A team of scientists reached a source of unexpectedly hot water as they were drilling in New Zealand in the Alpine Fault. This discovery could have a significant impact on the local economy and resilience, as it may offer a new, sustainable source of green energy. Alpine Fault, the Source of some Significant Earthquakes, a New Energy Source? This incredibly hot water came as a surprise for the … [Read more...]