The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a grave warning about the Ebola epidemic in Africa, estimating that up to 190,000 people could die in the first year if containment measures fail. The WHO is urging countries in the region to do all they can to address the outbreak and prevent its spread – from […]
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Israel is planning to become the first country in the world to offer 4 shots of the covid-19 vaccine.
As the world continues to face increasing global threats such as pandemics and climate change, it’s important that every country invests in vital health services to keep its citizens safe. Israel is planning to become the first country in the world to offer 4 shots of the covid-19 vaccine, which is designed to protect people […]
During the Covid-19 pandemic, one new billionaire was created per day, according to Oxfam’s analysis.
The Covid-19 pandemic has left a trail of death and destruction in its wake, with one new billionaire created every day during the pandemic, according to Oxfam’s analysis. The report comes as the world grapples with how to respond to the outbreak and prevent future pandemics. In order to put this figure into perspective, it […]
Kefir, a Maine Coon cat, is the talk of the town because of its larger than normal size.
Kefir, a Maine Coon cat, is the talk of the town because of its larger than normal size. While many people might be only familiar with cats that are around one or two pounds, Kefir weighs in at 14 pounds – making her one of the heaviest Maine Coons ever recorded! Kefir, a Maine Coon […]
Donating to children who don’t have shoes
Do you ever find yourself feeling guilty when you don’t have anything to give to a homeless person? Well, maybe it’s time to start thinking about giving to children who don’t have shoes. According to the World Health Oragnization, childhood obesity is on the rise, and one of the major causes is lack of access […]
A company in Tokyo, Japan, has issued a rule that non-smoking workers will be given 6 days of paid leave a year as part of a ban on smoking.
In recent years, there has been a rise in countries implementing bans on smoking, with many citing the negative health effects that smoking can have on both smokers and nonsmokers. Japan is no exception – in March of this year, the Japanese government announced that it would be introducing a ban on smoking in all […]