by admin | Nov 26, 2024 | Business, Economics, Economy, Global, Politics, USA
Okay, like, so Trump’s latest move to slap tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China? It’s like totally a big deal, and everyone’s buzzing about what it might mean for, like, the economy and stuff. Let’s break it down with some expert tea, ‘kay? What’s Going On? So,...
by admin | Nov 22, 2024 | Global, Healthcare, Travel
So, like, you know that dreamy backpacker spot in Laos, Vang Vieng? Well, total disaster struck recently when multiple tourists got super sick, and some even died, after drinking local booze loaded with toxic methanol. Ugh, horrifying, right? What Went Down Okay, so...
by admin | Nov 21, 2024 | Global, Israel, Legal Issues, Politics, War
So, like, the International Criminal Court (ICC) just dropped a bombshell on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. They’re being accused of major war crimes linked to the super-intense conflict in Gaza. Announced on November...
by admin | Nov 14, 2024 | Culture, Global
So, let’s break down this massive news: Archbishop Justin Welby of Canterbury just resigned, and the drama is real. His exit is a huge deal because he’s the top Anglican leader, like the main guy in the Church of England. This resignation is historic—not just because...
by admin | Nov 11, 2024 | Environment, Global, Politics
Alright, buckle up because COP29 is happening right now in Baku, Azerbaijan, and it’s as intense as ever. Like, the fate of the planet? Totally hanging in the balance here. With over 190 countries participating, from climate activists to senior officials, this isn’t...
by admin | Oct 19, 2024 | Global
Oh my gosh, like, Cuba is literally going through another blackout, and it’s, like, the second one this month! Can you even imagine? So, the whole island, with all 11 million people, just went totally dark on October 18, 2024, because, like, their entire...
by admin | Sep 24, 2024 | Economy, Global
OMG, like, the global economy is totally in this tricky spot right now, and central banks are trying so hard to not mess things up, but, like, it’s not easy. First off, the U.S. Federal Reserve just, like, cut interest rates by 0.5%, so now they’re down to...
by admin | Sep 13, 2024 | Asia, Culture, Economics, Global
China just announced that it’s raising its retirement age for the first time EVER since 1950. They’re not the only ones, though—countries all over the world are, like, freaking out about their aging populations and totally scrambling to make changes. I mean, who...
by admin | Sep 9, 2024 | Culture, Environment, Global, Weather
Recently, Christopher Cocker, chief executive of the Pacific Tourism Organization said, “Pacific Island leaders have declared climate change as the foremost threat to the livelihoods, security, and well-being of Pacific communities,” and “Without immediate and...
by admin | Aug 28, 2024 | Economics, Economy, Global
First, what is inflation? (If you know, feel free to skip ahead.) Okay, so like, inflation is when prices go up, but not in a cute way, you know? It’s like when you go to Starbucks and your fave drink costs, like, $5 today, but next month it’s suddenly $6, and you’re...
