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Weight Loss with GLP-1 Drugs Cuts Disease Risk

Weight Loss with GLP-1 Drugs Cuts Disease Risk

Jun 1, 2026 · Emily Ross

Researchers at the University of Liverpool presented new findings at the European Congress on Obesity in 2026. The study investigated the link between weight lo

Ethiopia Heads to Polls Amid War and Dissent

Ethiopia Heads to Polls Amid War and Dissent

Jun 1, 2026 · Emily Ross

Ethiopia is set to hold its seventh General Elections on June 21, with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's ruling party expected to dominate. The elections follow a tum

Ghana Parliament Approves Anti-LGBTQ+ Law

Ghana Parliament Approves Anti-LGBTQ+ Law

May 31, 2026 · James Parker

Ghana's parliament has passed a bill targeting LGBTQ+ individuals, with same-sex acts now punishable by jail terms. The bill was approved after a lengthy debate

Venezuela's Government Under Pressure

Venezuela's Government Under Pressure

May 30, 2026 · David Chen

Venezuela's government is facing mounting pressure after failing to release hundreds of political prisoners as promised. Opponents are now demanding their freed

Armenia's Election Mired in Misinformation

Armenia's Election Mired in Misinformation

May 30, 2026 · David Chen

Armenia is set to hold parliamentary elections on June 7. The country's Media Diversity Institute has reported a significant surge in online misinformation sinc