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Catastrophe in Chile: three-day wildfire claims hundreds of lives, destroys whole communities
The fires in Chile raged for three days before efforts to contain it were successful, scorching nearly 45,000 hectares of land and claiming lives and property.
City faces worst dengue virus epidemic in history, queues at medical facilities stretch for blocks
With each patient I treat, I feel the weight of their suffering. Their bones ache, they can barely stand, and they burn with fever. I see patients vomiting, dehydrated, and plagued by gastrointestinal discomfort.
Ice Cold Case podcast: daughter interviews prime suspect in her father’s murder
One of the most shocking moments occurred when Daryl Smith, the main suspect in my father's murder, contacted me. On the morning of December 13, 2023, I woke up to a message from him on social media. My heart raced as I realized who it was.
12-year-old disrupted high-level session at COP28, frustrated by the lack of action on climate change
Born in the beautiful Northeastern State of Manipur, Kangujam, India, my village boasts lush green mountains, a serene atmosphere, and rich biodiversity. Yet, the people face an existential threat as a water crisis keeps the taps dry.
Mother working as a vendor in the streets of Harare makes three dollars a day
I run from the police seven or more times a day, always returning because I need to sell my goods to survive. Through every battle with authorities, my son remains on my back.
Life of a foreign fighter in Ukraine: many of us feel forgotten
The babushkas always seem surprised when they see me amongst the Ukrainian soldiers – a French-speaking man of Asian descent. hen I say, “I am French,” they burst out in laughter.
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Solitude on Ice: long-distance cyclist conquers 716.5 kilometers in Antarctica’s vast wilderness
As the stillness enveloped me, broken only by the intense and powerful winds, I made my southward journey through an arduous battle against the elements. The cold remained a formidable adversary.Why Orato Now?
