More free COVID tests available for mail order soonFree COVID-19 test kits will be available to U.S. households in late September, aiding detection as the holiday season approaches.
Pakistan's Punjab imposes activity bans amid intense smog DW 11/11/2024Punjab authorities have imposed a ban on outdoor activities, citing a significant increase in smog-related health issues, particularly affecting children.
More free COVID tests available for mail order soonFree COVID-19 test kits will be available to U.S. households in late September, aiding detection as the holiday season approaches.
Pakistan's Punjab imposes activity bans amid intense smog DW 11/11/2024Punjab authorities have imposed a ban on outdoor activities, citing a significant increase in smog-related health issues, particularly affecting children.
Taoiseach insists 'firm and compassionate' migration policies will not emulate UK's 'despicable' Rwanda planThe Irish government plans new migration measures focusing on fairness and contributions from working migrants in international protection.
Cuba forced to paralyse economy' amid desperate energy crisisCuba faces severe energy shortages with blackouts lasting up to 12 hours, prompting the government to suspend non-essential services. The crisis results from infrastructure decay and fuel shortages.
China's beleaguered real estate shares jump almost 10% after Beijing makes its 'strongest housing pledge to date'Chinese stock market experiences a remarkable rally due to government measures supporting the economy and stabilizing the real estate sector.
Germany to harden weapons laws and asylum rules after Solingen stabbingGermany's coalition government is implementing strict measures on weapons laws and asylum policies following a mass stabbing incident.
Should travellers in Germany buy flights before ticket tax hike in May?Germany increases air traffic tax by 20%, affecting customers with higher ticket costs.
Germany to harden weapons laws and asylum rules after Solingen stabbingGermany's coalition government is implementing strict measures on weapons laws and asylum policies following a mass stabbing incident.
Should travellers in Germany buy flights before ticket tax hike in May?Germany increases air traffic tax by 20%, affecting customers with higher ticket costs.
Emergency move to ease prison overcrowding activatedEmergency measures activated to combat prison overcrowding due to rioting arrests, keeping defendants in police cells until space becomes available.
Four in 10 Irish parents skip meals or reduce portions so their children have enough to eat, new study showsFood insecurity is worsening for families, with parents skipping meals or eating smaller portions to feed children.More parents are sacrificing their own leisure, hobbies, children's activities, and medical costs to afford food.
Energy bills: How are Labour and Conservatives proposing to help households?Household energy bills to drop by 12.3% with Ofgem's price cap decrease.Average household gas and electricity bill to fall from 1,928 to 1,690 per year.
The government of Cuba declares itself in a war-time economy'Cuban government implements measures to promote macroeconomic stability in response to a crisis exceeding the Special Period of the 1990s.