July 3, 2025 — As dementia rates surge worldwide, a growing body of research reveals that the true cost of care far exceeds official health spending figures — driven largely by the unpaid labor of family and friends. While governments allocate billions to treat and manage dementia, informal caregiving now represents the silent backbone of […]
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Activists, many from the Global South, attending the talks in Spain, are calling for greater leadership and commitment from wealthier nations to help address long-standing structural inequalities. The 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4) carries strong symbolic weight, reflected in the agreed priorities of the Sevilla Commitment. United Cities and Local Governments Paula […]
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UNITED NATIONS — A senior United Nations official has issued a stark warning over the accelerating humanitarian crisis in Gaza, describing the suffering as “unbearable” and condemning what he termed the “collective punishment of the Palestinian people.” Khaled Khiari, UN Assistant Secretary-General for the Middle East, briefed the UN Security Council on Monday, reporting that […]
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ALGIERS, 2 July 2025 — A court in Algeria has sentenced French journalist Christophe Gleizes to seven years in prison on charges of “glorifying terrorism” and “possessing propaganda publications harmful to the national interest”, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ). The conviction has sparked international condemnation and renewed concerns over Algeria’s deteriorating press […]
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KYIV, 3 July 2025 – A high-level delegation of Ambassadors from OSCE participating States concluded a significant visit to Kyiv yesterday, underscoring their united and unwavering support for Ukraine as it continues to defend itself against Russia’s ongoing war of aggression. Jointly hosted by the Finnish OSCE Chairpersonship and the Special Representative of the Chairperson-in-Office […]
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US, UN Launch Separate Diplomatic Efforts to End Sudan ConflictThe United States and the United Nations have announced parallel diplomatic initiatives aimed at ending the war in Sudan. U.S. presidential adviser Massad Boulos said Washington will host talks with Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Egypt to revive the “Quartet” format, emphasizing there is “no military […]
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The National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) has awarded over £3 million to fund 35 innovative medical technology projects targeting the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of acquired brain injury (ABI). Awarded through the Invention for Innovation FAST 4 scheme, the projects will run for 6 to 12 months and focus on conditions including […]
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The U.S. renewable energy industry saw modest relief this week after the Senate passed a revised version of President Donald Trump’s proposed “big, beautiful bill.” The amended legislation offers more favorable terms for the sector than the original draft, easing some investor concerns. However, significant challenges remain. While the final bill softens some provisions, it […]
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LONDON, July 2 – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has advised Nigeria to recalibrate its 2025 budget to reflect lower global oil prices and to expand direct cash transfers to protect its most vulnerable citizens from rising poverty and food insecurity. In its latest Article IV consultation—a periodic review of member countries’ economic policies—the IMF […]
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As wildfires begin to affect multiple countries across Europe, the EU’s prepositioned fire firefighters have already begun to battle the flames on the ground. In Greece, firefighters from Bulgaria have worked alongside their Greek counterparts in Halkidiki to battle fires this week. Romanian firefighters stationed in southern France have also assisted local French teams in […]
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