April2023
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Gas leak in Punjab kills 11, more affected
Apr 30, 2023Eleven individuals, including some children, were murdered as a result of a gas leak from a factory that also affected surrounding households. Authorities believe victims perished as a result of “gas contamination.” According to police, a... -
UN chief, envoys in key talks on Afghanistan crisis
Apr 30, 2023On Monday, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres will convene international envoys in a secret location in Doha in an increasingly desperate attempt to influence Afghanistan’s Taliban leadership. The United Nations considers this to be the world’s worst... -
Prince Harry in the spotlight for coronation return
Apr 30, 2023Prince Harry will be scrutinized at his father King Charles III’s coronation, as he rejoins the other royals for the first time since criticizing them. Harry, 38, will attend the event in Westminster Abbey on May... -
Colombia urges evacuation near volcano
Apr 30, 2023Authorities in Colombia suggested on Saturday that settlements near a rumbling, renowned volcano be evacuated in preparation for an eruption. The Disaster Risk Management Office said it was preparing to evacuate villages within 15 kilometers (nine... -
Maternal mortality & child marriage are declining in Bangladesh: UNFPA
Apr 30, 2023According to the current State of World Population Report, which was released here today, maternal mortality and child marriage rates in Bangladesh are decreasing, while contraceptive prevalence is increasing. “Maternal mortality and child marriage rates are... -
My rebirth after a horrific day of April the 30th!
Apr 30, 2023The day that changed my life forever started like any other day. On April 30th, 1997, my father (Abbu) left for work in the morning, and Ammu (My Mother) went to my 4 years’ kid brother... -
Japan approves abortion pill for the first time
Apr 29, 2023After the health ministry approved the drug used to terminate early-stage pregnancy, the abortion pill will be made available in Japan for the first time. Abortion is allowed in Japan up to 22 weeks, however, consent... -
UN welcomes progress of CHT Peace Accord implementation
Apr 29, 2023In its report on its 22nd session, held in New York from April 17 to 28, the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues praised progress toward the implementation of the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) Peace... -
Dutch court orders sperm donor to stop after 550 children
Apr 29, 2023The mother of one of his children and an advocacy group requested the court to defend the rights of the impacted families. If the 41-year-old, identified as Jonathan M., disregards the judgment, he faces a €10,000... -
Heavy battles in Sudan despite latest truce
Apr 29, 2023Heavy fighting continued in Sudan on Friday, despite rival generals’ decision to extend a truce meant to stop nearly two weeks of conflict that has killed hundreds and caused enormous devastation. Black clouds loomed above Khartoum...
