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Life in Myanmar: A Struggle for Survival Amidst Political Turmoil

December 27, 2025

In Myanmar, the political landscape is a mess. The military took over in 2021, and things have been tough ever since. The economy is in shambles, and people are struggling to make ends meet. Take Ma Moe Moe San, for example. She was just 11 years old when the coup happened. With no money coming in,

politics

Bolivia's Bread Crisis: A Test for New Leadership

November 28, 2025

Bolivia is facing a bread crisis that is putting the new president, Rodrigo Paz, in a tough spot. The country's famous marraqueta rolls, which have been heavily subsidized for years, are now in short supply. This is not just a problem for bakers but also for the people who rely on these affordable r

business

Cuba's Fresh Bid to Lure Investors Amid Economic Woes

November 26, 2025

Cuba is exploring new ways to bring in foreign cash. The government is thinking about making it easier for businesses to set up shop. This includes letting them use dollars, hire their own staff, and even buy property. Right now, Cuba's economy is in rough shape. Power cuts, health scares, and a st

business

Job Cuts Skyrocket: A Closer Look at the Numbers

November 15, 2025

The job market is in a tough spot right now. In October 2025, companies in the U. S. cut 153, 074 jobs. That's a huge jump from October 2024, when only 55, 597 jobs were cut. It's also a big increase from the month before, with 54, 064 job cuts in September 2025. This news comes from Challenger, Gra

finance

The U. S. is spending its savings like there's no tomorrow

November 13, 2025

The U. S. is in a tough spot. It's spending more than it has, and the debt is piling up. Right now, the country spends about $1 trillion every year just to pay the interest on its debt. That's more than what it spends on defense. Economists say this is a big problem. They warn that the solutions tha

weather

Cuba's Big Flood: How a Hurricane Turned a River into a Giant Problem

November 1, 2025

Hurricane Melissa left Cuba in a tough spot. The storm, one of the strongest to hit the Caribbean, dumped a ton of rain. This caused the Rio Cauto, Cuba's longest river, to overflow. The floodwaters cut off a major road. This road connects Havana in the west to big cities like Santiago and Guantanam

politics

Argentina's President Milei Fights for Political Survival

October 24, 2025

Argentina's President Javier Milei is in a tough spot. His libertarian policies have stirred up a lot of trouble. The country is facing a big money crisis. The peso, Argentina's currency, is losing value fast. The government is trying to stop this by using up its savings. Milei promised big changes

environment

Gabes Stands Up: A City's Fight Against Pollution and Neglect

October 21, 2025

In the coastal city of Gabes, Tunisia, people are fed up. They've had enough of the pollution from a big chemical plant. So, they did something about it. They went on strike. They protested. They shut down the city. All to send a message: "Gabes wants to live. " The plant, run by the state, has bee

politics

Bolivia's Big Choice: Two Candidates, One Big Crisis

October 20, 2025

Bolivia is at a crossroads. The country is facing its worst economic crisis in 40 years, and the people have a tough choice to make. Two pro-business candidates are in the running, and both have similar plans. They want to cut government spending, reduce fuel subsidies, let the currency drop, and im

environment

Climate Change and the Debt Trap: A Growing Crisis for Vulnerable Nations

August 27, 2025

Climate change is not just about rising temperatures and extreme weather. It's also about money. Many countries that are most affected by climate change are also struggling with huge amounts of debt. These countries, which make up the Climate Vulnerable Forum's Vulnerable Twenty Group (CVF-V20), are