World News in Brief: Aid cut threat for Afghan deportees, saving Rohingya lives at sea, China respiratory illness spike, new rail transport treaty

adminNovember 23, 2023September 17, 202407 mins

Pakistan announced in October that it would begin deporting “undocumented” foreign nationals starting on 1 November, affecting thousands of Afghans who have found refuge in the country. WFP said most families crossing the border are arriving hungry, desperate and in need of immediate support. The UN agency continues to supply them with fortified biscuits and…

Climate Change Will Make Respiratory Problems Worse, Research

adminSeptember 8, 2023September 16, 202403 mins

Copenhagen: Respiratory experts have warned that people with lung problems are facing more difficulties due to climate change. In a study conducted by researchers at the University of Copenhagen, experts have called for urgent measures to curb climate change and reduce air pollution. Rising temperatures, changing weather patterns, increased wildfires along with pollen and allergens,…

In Punjab, fever, respiratory and scabies started spreading rapidly

adminDecember 26, 2022September 9, 202403 mins

File photo Due to the dry and cold weather in Punjab, the health of the citizens is being adversely affected. According to the health department, as a result of dry and cold weather in Punjab, fever, respiratory and scabies diseases are spreading rapidly, the number of patients affected by these diseases is continuously increasing in…