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Trump Eases Refugee Cap for White South Africans

Trump Eases Refugee Cap for White South Africans

May 28, 2026 · Robert Ashton

US President Donald Trump has signed an order allowing more refugees into the country, but with a specific condition. The move benefits white South Africans, ea

Ban on Social Media for Under-16s Urged

Ban on Social Media for Under-16s Urged

May 27, 2026 · Catherine Wells

UK politicians are debating whether to ban social media for under-16s. Wes Streeting, former Health Secretary, says Labour leader Keir Starmer is behind the cur

Trump's Loyalty Demands Under Fire

Trump's Loyalty Demands Under Fire

May 24, 2026 · Robert Ashton

Columnists David Brooks and Jonathan Capehart joined PBS NewsHour's William Brangham to discuss Donald Trump's loyalty demands on May 22, 2026. The conversation

US Health Insurance Enrollment to Drop Sharply

US Health Insurance Enrollment to Drop Sharply

May 21, 2026 · Catherine Wells

The number of Americans signing up for health insurance under the Affordable Care Act is expected to decline significantly. This change is anticipated as costs

Maternal and Child Health on Brink of Collapse

Maternal and Child Health on Brink of Collapse

May 20, 2026 · Naomi Okonkwo

Aid cuts, debt, and conflict are threatening the health of women, children, and adolescents worldwide. Global leaders Cyril Ramaphosa and Pedro Sánchez warn of

Ebola Outbreak in Congo Claims at Least 80 Lives

Ebola Outbreak in Congo Claims at Least 80 Lives

May 19, 2026 · Robert Ashton

At least 80 people have died in the latest Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, according to recent reports. The outbreak was confirmed in the co