Daily wagers suffer the brunt of heat wave in Pakistan
Pakistan is one of the most vulnerable nations in the world when it comes to the effects of climate changes despite its low contribution to the phenomenon
Multiple protests hit Iraq over currency devaluation, non-payment of salaries
The government has tried to justify the currency devaluation as a necessary measure to prevent the country’s foreign reserves from running out. Other austerity measures have also been planned for the near future
Egypt struggles with COVID-19 after highest daily rise in cases
The government has decided to extend the 10-hour night curfew and partial lockdown imposed in the country, amid complaints of inadequate relief measures. Egypt recorded 168 new infections on Thursday
As India locks down, the poor and migrant workers are shut out
With the hasty imposition of the world’s largest 21-day-lockdown by the Indian government led by Narendra Modi, fear, anxiety and desperation has gripped the entire country. The abrupt decision has been especially hard on the poor and daily wage earners
- Panamanian workers mobilize against Social Security privatization
- Student protests grow in Serbia
- NATO countries control over 80% of global arms exports amid rising conflicts
- Dr. Oz’s nomination fuels fears for crucial health programs
- Columbia expels and sanctions pro-Palestine students amid increased pressure from Trump administration
