Global Issues

Al Jazeera

December 16, 2025

Morocco's Safi Flash Floods Kill 37: Climate Crisis Hits North Africa

Deadly flash floods devastate Morocco's Safi, killing 37 people amid torrential rains, highlighting North Africa's growing climate vulnerability.

#Morocco #climate-change #North-Africa

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The Guardian

December 16, 2025

England's NHS Dental Crisis: New Emergency Payment Plan Sparks Debate

Government announces increased payments for NHS emergency dental appointments starting April 2025, but dental professionals question effectiveness without additional funding.

#NHS #healthcare policy #UK politics

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Deutsche Welle

December 16, 2025

EU Advances Ukraine Membership Despite Hungarian Opposition

European Union moves forward with Ukraine's membership process while Hungary maintains veto position. Member states retain final decision rights as Ukraine prepares for necessary reforms.

#European Union #Ukraine #Hungary

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Al Jazeera

December 16, 2025

Morocco Reaches FIFA Arab Cup Final, Boosting Regional Influence

Morocco's decisive 3-0 victory over UAE secures Arab Cup final spot, demonstrating the kingdom's growing soft power influence across the Middle East and North Africa region.

#Morocco #UAE #Arab-Cup

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The Guardian

December 16, 2025

Brown University Shooting: FBI Manhunt Intensifies as Campus Reels

Federal authorities expand search efforts as Brown University community mourns two students killed in weekend shooting that left nine injured in Providence.

#campus-security #fbi-investigation #brown-university

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The Guardian

December 15, 2025

Australia Faces Climate Crisis as Extreme Heat Fuels Bushfire Emergency

Western Australia battles devastating bushfires amid soaring temperatures above 40°C. Bureau of Meteorology issues severe heatwave warnings as climate crisis intensifies.

#climate-change #australia #bushfires

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Al Jazeera

December 15, 2025

Israel's Gaza Demolitions Spark Geneva Convention Concerns

Satellite imagery reveals extensive building demolitions in Israeli-controlled Gaza areas, raising international law concerns among experts.

#Gaza #Israel #Geneva-Convention

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The New York Times

December 15, 2025

Bondi Beach Community Response Reveals Australia's Social Fabric

The swift community response to a shooting incident at Bondi Beach demonstrates Australia's strong social cohesion and emergency preparedness culture.

#Australia #community resilience #emergency response

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Deutsche Welle

December 15, 2025

Morocco Flash Floods Kill 37 as Climate Crisis Hits North Africa

Deadly flash floods in Morocco's Safi region claim 37 lives amid sudden heavy rainfall, highlighting North Africa's growing vulnerability to extreme weather events.

#Morocco #climate-change #North-Africa

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The Guardian

December 15, 2025

Germany Abandons Afghan Allies: 640 Promised Sanctuary Denied

Germany's new conservative government under Friedrich Merz breaks predecessor's promise, leaving 640 Afghans in Pakistan without sanctuary despite military service.

#Germany #Afghanistan #migration

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Deutsche Welle

December 15, 2025

Eurovision Crisis: Nemo Returns Trophy as Countries Boycott Over Israel

Eurovision 2024 winner Nemo joins growing protest by returning trophy over Israel's participation in 2026 contest. Five nations announce boycott amid escalating geopolitical tensions.

#Eurovision #Israel #European Broadcasting Union

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France 24

December 15, 2025

Chile Elects Ultra-Conservative Kast as President Amid Security Fears

Jose Antonio Kast wins Chile's presidency on hardline immigration and crime platform. The Pinochet admirer's victory marks a dramatic rightward shift for Latin America's most stable democracy.

#Chile #Latin America #conservative politics

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