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October 12, 2024 6:57 PM

Brazil’s forest fires devastate over 22 million hectares

Large areas of Brazil's forest were affected by fires, with 22.38 million hectares devastated in the first nine months of this year. The fires consumed 10.65 million hectares in September alone. Mato Grosso, Para and Tocantins in the northern region have been the worst hit. The Amazon region has bee...

October 12, 2024 6:53 PM

Floods, strong winds displace over 22,000 Sri Lankans

Over 22,000 Sri Lankans have been displaced due to recent rain-related incidents including floods, strong winds, trees felling and lightning. In its latest report released today, Sri Lanka's Disaster Management Center said, over five thousand families had been displaced in 11 districts across the co...

October 12, 2024 5:48 PM

China pledges to significantly increase debt to revive economy

In a move to revive its economy, China today pledged to "significantly increase" debt but did not disclose the size of this stimulus package. In a press conference, Finance Minister Lan Foan said that Beijing would help local governments tackle their debt problems, offer subsidies to people with low...

October 12, 2024 2:28 PM

Nicaragua Announces Break in Diplomatic Relations with Israel

The government of Nicaragua has announced that it will break diplomatic relations with Israel. Nicaraguan Vice President Rosario Murillo announced the move yesterday after the country’s Congress passed a resolution calling for action. The announcement comes at a time when Israel is under growing d...

October 12, 2024 2:03 PM

At Least 177 Dead in Mali Due to Flooding Since the Start of Rainy Season

In Mali, at least 177 people were killed due to flooding since the start of rainy season. The report, released yesterday by the Interministerial Committee for Crisis and Disaster Management, also noted 656 recorded flooding incidents, resulting in widespread destruction.         In addition...

October 12, 2024 9:33 AM

Death Toll from Monkeypox Outbreak in Africa Reaches 979

The death toll from Africa's ongoing monkeypox outbreak has risen to 979. A total of 38,300 cases, including 7,339 confirmed ones have been reported since the beginning of 2024. During an online media briefing, Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) Director General Jean Kase...

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