Climate change is becoming increasingly evident as a significant risk factor for the health of vulnerable groups
As highlighted by a comprehensive set of studies led by the World Health Organization (WHO), recently published in the Journal of Global Health, extreme weather events, such as intense heat waves, exacerbated air pollution, and natural disasters like floods and wildfires, pose severe and immediate threats to the health of these demographic groups. Pregnant women […]
Portugal prepares the world’s longest circular trail, spanning 3,000 km
The route will be launched in phases and is set to cover municipalities from the north to the south of the mainland, promoting cultural and sporting activities. Portugal is on the verge of undertaking an ambitious project that promises to transform the country into a premier destination for nature and adventure tourism. The project, titled […]
Visa will allow travelers to stay in Thailand for up to 180 days
The popular Southeast Asian destination has recently launched a new five-year visa aimed at remote workers and other travelers looking to stay in the country for extended periods. According to a statement from the Thai Prime Minister’s Office, the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) will allow travelers to stay in the country for up to 180 […]
Why is Uruguay one of the most expensive countries in the world?
Fruits and vegetables are significantly more expensive in Uruguay than in Brazil, as revealed by a recent study. For example, a resident of Rivera, a Uruguayan border city, shopping at the local market will find a 180-gram tube of toothpaste priced at 243 Uruguayan pesos (US$6.20). However, if this same resident crosses the street to […]
Projections indicate that by the year 2064, the global mortality rate could surpass the birth rate.
This scenario, which once seemed distant, is now becoming increasingly likely as the world experiences significant demographic changes. Major global economies are already nearing this reality. The total fertility rate of the 38 countries that make up the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) plummeted to just 1.5 children per woman in 2022, a […]
Mysterious Drones Fly Over New Jersey, Worrying Authorities and Residents
In recent days, a curious and unsettling phenomenon has drawn the attention of residents and authorities in New Jersey: the sighting of large drones flying over residential and rural areas, particularly at night. Witnesses describe devices the size of small cars, with blinking red and green lights, performing unusual maneuvers in the sky. What began […]
Switzerland Modernizes Its Network of Nuclear Bunkers
Switzerland is preparing for a comprehensive renovation of its extensive network of nuclear bunkers, an infrastructure dating back to the Cold War era that has, over the decades, become a cornerstone of the country’s civil preparedness. In a world marked by increasing geopolitical uncertainties, heightened by the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, the modernization of […]
François Bayrou: Who Is France’s New Prime Minister and the Challenges of His Tenure
François Bayrou, one of the most seasoned and experienced names in French politics, was appointed Prime Minister of France this Friday (13th) by President Emmanuel Macron. At 73 years old, Bayrou returns to the center stage of power at a time of great political, economic, and social turbulence in the country. His appointment reflects Macron’s […]
South Korea: The Uncertain Future of Yoon Suk Yeol
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is navigating an unprecedented and tumultuous period in his presidency, marked by a series of serious accusations and political processes that threaten his hold on power. At the center of the crisis, Yoon is simultaneously facing an impeachment process and an investigation for insurrection—a crime under South Korean law […]
European Union Fines Meta €251 Million for Facebook Data Breach
The European Union imposed a €251 million fine on Meta on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, due to a severe personal data breach that occurred in 2018, affecting 29 million Facebook users. This episode adds to a series of sanctions applied by the European Union to the tech giant, which has faced increasing regulatory pressure over […]