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UN talks in disarray as developing nations reject climate cash rough draft

Voice of America’s immigration news - November 23, 2024 - 10:50
A new proposal was soundly criticized, especially by African nations and small island states

Guatemalan journalist dedicates career to giving indigenous groups a voice

Voice of America’s immigration news - November 23, 2024 - 10:22
Guatemalan journalist Quimy de Leon wanted to amplify the voices of those affected by environmental issues and human rights abuses, so she helped found a media outlet that focuses on marginalized communities. She now has received a press freedom award. Cristina Caicedo Smit has the story.

Businesses in western Ukrainian city show appreciation for military

Voice of America’s immigration news - November 23, 2024 - 10:01
Business owners in Khmelnytskyi, Ukraine, wanted to find a way to say thank you to the thousands of members of the military who have spent years fighting Russia's invasion. Over 60 businesses joined to start the "Khmelnytskyi Grateful" platform. Tetiana Kukurika has the story, narrated by Anna Rice.

Ukraine has lost 40% of Russia's Kursk region, military source says

Voice of America’s immigration news - November 23, 2024 - 07:35
Russian forces are steadily advancing in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region

Russia's claim of emissions in Ukraine regions draws protests at COP29

Voice of America’s immigration news - November 23, 2024 - 06:38
Ukraine says Russia's reporting on Ukraine territories' greenhouse gas emissions undermines the integrity of global climate efforts

Iran protests 'violent' arrest of students in Russia

Voice of America’s immigration news - November 23, 2024 - 06:23
The two Iranian students were visiting a visa extension center when they were arrested

Lawsuit challenges Hawaii law banning young adults from owning guns

Voice of America’s immigration news - November 23, 2024 - 03:13
Lawyers assert that Hawaii is the only state with a complete ban on acquiring and owning firearms and ammunition by those who are 18 to 20

Trump repeats pledge on JFK files; don't expect big revelations, experts say

Voice of America’s immigration news - November 23, 2024 - 03:12
A few thousand of the millions of governmental records related to the assassination have yet to be fully released

Many in Gaza eat just once a day as hunger spreads amid aid issues

Voice of America’s immigration news - November 23, 2024 - 03:12
Aid groups say there are many obstacles to getting food distributed

At UN climate talks, ‘sewage’ beer from Singapore highlights water scarcity and innovations

Voice of America’s immigration news - November 23, 2024 - 03:11
Water-starved Singapore has national campaign to conserve every drop

Rice-loving Sierra Leone wants to free itself from imports. But how?

Voice of America’s immigration news - November 23, 2024 - 03:10
Experts blame soaring prices on a heavy reliance on imports

New law blocks New Zealanders from displaying gang symbols

Voice of America’s immigration news - November 23, 2024 - 03:09
It’s among a suite of new measures intended to bolster police powers to disrupt the groups

New Zealand's founding treaty is at a flashpoint. Why are thousands protesting for Māori rights?

Voice of America’s immigration news - November 23, 2024 - 03:08
The bill has become a flashpoint on race relations and a critical moment in the 180-year-old conversation about how New Zealand should honor its promises to Indigenous people

Blinken to attend G7 meeting in Italy, US State Department says

Voice of America’s immigration news - November 23, 2024 - 02:35
Blinken to discuss issues including Ukraine and Middle East

North Korean troops massed in Russia to enter Ukraine war 'soon,’ Pentagon chief says

Voice of America’s immigration news - November 23, 2024 - 02:25
About 10,000 North Korean soldiers believed to be based in the Russian border region of Kursk

Israeli airstrike hits central Beirut, security sources say

Voice of America’s immigration news - November 23, 2024 - 02:03
At least 4 people were killed and 23 wounded in the attack, officials say

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