Conflict
In 2020, rise in number of those affected by chronic hunger was more than last 5 years combined
The report underlines the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change and conflicts as the major reasons for rising hunger in the world. It asks countries to increase social spending, end conflicts, and transform agriculture to let people grow what they can eat
- Right-wing fear mongering over gangs in Colorado obscures larger issue of landlord neglect
- Macron faces protest over appointment of right-wing PM
- Cry of the Excluded marks 30 years defending “true independence” in Brazil
- US accuses Russian media of involvement in “foreign malign influence operation” in upcoming presidential elections
- Mobilizations in India continue for an end to femicide and better security in public spaces
