World News
September 6, 2023
Hottest Northern Hemisphere Summer Ever Recorded Signals Urgent Need for Climate Action
The World Meteorological Organization has reported that the Northern Hemisphere experienced its hottest summer on record, with August being the warmest month ever recorded. High global temperatures, rising sea surface temperatures, and extreme heat have significant impacts on air quality and human health.
September 6, 2023
Great Wall Expansion: Authorities Investigate Digging of 'Big Gap' to Ease Travel for Excavators
A group widened a cavity of the Great Wall to create a passage for their excavator, intending to shorten their travel distance. Authorities are investigating the incident.
September 5, 2023
Heat-Health Alert Upgraded for Much of England Amid Rising Temperatures: Amber Warning Issued
Heat-health alerts have been upgraded in much of England, with an amber warning in eight regions and a yellow warning in the North East, posing risks to all ages and the NHS. High temperatures are expected throughout the UK.
September 4, 2023
Prime Minister Phillip Davis Celebrates Second Anniversary, Outlines Immigration Reforms in Bahamas
Prime Minister Philip Davis addresses the nation, highlighting accomplishments in areas such as immigration reform, economic recovery, education, healthcare, climate change, and infrastructure development. Changes in cabinet positions are also mentioned.
September 4, 2023
Chinese President Xi Jinping to Skip G20 Summit in India, Disappoints US President Joe Biden
US President Joe Biden expresses disappointment that Chinese President Xi Jinping will not attend the upcoming G20 summit in India. Tensions between the two countries persist despite diplomatic efforts to revive dialogue.
September 2, 2023
World Bank and Inter-American Development Bank Collaborate to Provide Major Assistance for Resilience Building in Barbados and Caribbean
The World Bank and the Inter-American Development Bank have signed a four-year agreement to support Barbados and other countries in building resilience in areas such as climate change and digitization. Trillions of dollars will be made available to achieve development goals.
September 1, 2023
Grenada Prime Minister Adjusts Citizenship By Investment Program Fees
Grenada has adjusted its Citizenship By Investment (CBI) program, increasing the interviewing fees for foreign investors and introducing a financial sponsor interviewing fee. The changes are intended to strengthen background checks and prevent money laundering and tax evasion.
September 1, 2023
Former Nazi Concentration Camp Guard, 98, Indicted on Charges of Aiding in Holocaust Murders: German Authorities
German authorities have indicted a 98-year-old former Nazi concentration guard for aiding and abetting the murder of over 3,300 people during the Holocaust. He will face a juvenile court due to his age at the time of the alleged crimes. Germany continues efforts to bring surviving perpetrators to justice.
September 1, 2023
Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra Receives Reduced Prison Sentence from King Maha Vajiralongkorn
Thailand's King Maha Vajiralongkorn has reduced former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra's prison sentence from eight years to one, considering his service to the country and royal loyalty.
September 1, 2023
Reuniting Homeless Mother with Children: A Happy Ending as Ministry Provides Job and Residence
Read the heartwarming story of homeless mother Danae Gibbons, who will be reunited with her children thanks to a job and temporary housing provided by the ministry.
August 30, 2023
Devastating Floods in China: Experts Attribute Worst Flooding Yet to Climate Change
China's summer weather comprises extreme heat and devastating floods, attributed to climate change. Floods have hit unexpected areas, causing fatalities, agricultural losses, and impacting food supplies. The number of recorded floods in China has increased significantly, partially due to better monitoring systems but mainly due to global warming and its effects on rainfall patterns. Greenpeace East Asia emphasizes the link between warmer temperatures, increased moisture content, and more intense and frequent storms.
August 30, 2023
Proposed Legislation in the Bahamas Aims to Decriminalize Cannabis for Medical and Therapeutic Use
The Bahamas government has launched a public consultation on legislation to decriminalize cannabis for medical, research, and religious use. The legislation aims to improve the quality of life for patients and explore the economic potential of cannabis production.