Winnie Byanyima and Angeli Achrekar, the executive and deputy executive directors of UNAIDS, have highlighted the serious consequences of U.S. funding cuts on the global fight against HIV/AIDS. They warn that reduced financial support could hinder treatment programs and prevention efforts, especially in vulnerable regions. The U.S. has been a major contributor to global HIV/AIDS…

At least four people, including three firefighters, have died in South Korea’s wildfires. The fires have destroyed around 16,000 acres of forests, prompting authorities to deploy over 9,000 personnel and 105 helicopters to contain the blaze. Efforts continue as strong winds and dry conditions fuel the spread.

China is making efforts to reassure foreign business leaders about the country’s economic prospects at a high-profile business summit held on Sunday and Monday. The event aims to strengthen investor confidence as China faces slowing growth and geopolitical tensions. Top executives from some of the world’s largest corporations attended the summit, with many expected to…

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched a preliminary investigation into nearly 1.3 million Ford F-150 pickup trucks following reports of unexpected gear downshifts. The issue, which can cause a temporary rear-wheel lock-up, raises concerns about potential safety risks. The probe covers F-150 models from recent years, with some drivers reporting sudden…

Iraq’s Oil Minister Hayan Abdel-Ghani has revealed that the Iranian oil tankers recently seized by U.S. forces in the Gulf were using forged Iraqi documents. He emphasized that Iraq had no role in these shipments and is investigating the matter to prevent further misuse of its credentials. The U.S. has been actively targeting Iranian oil…