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Image credit:UN Let us not sugarcoat it: we are at a critical juncture. Fossil fuels—coal, oil, gas—have been the backbone of industry, transport, and daily life for well over a century. That’s how we built the modern marketplace. But the costs? They are showing up everywhere: escalating temperatures, erratic weather events, entire ecosystems on the brink. Not exactly a sustainable business model. Now, a new generation is not just asking for change—they’re demanding it. Clean energy is not a PR stunt; it’s quickly becoming a make-or-break factor for long-term growth and brand credibility.  The global shift to renewables could completely reshape how we do business and, frankly, determine whether organizations thrive or get left behind. It is not just about going green—it is about staying relevant. Clean Energy, Fossils: Internalizing the Technology. Fossil fuels remain firmly in the driver’s seat—still providing around 80% of global energy as of 2023 , per International Energy Agenc...

Image credit: Opportunity Tracker  Bonn, Germany — The 62st Session of the UNFCCC Subsidiary Bodies (SB62) meeting adapting climate change from 16th June to 26th June has put adaptation on the global agenda. Delegates, researchers, and activists have worked tirelessly to make the Global Goal on Adaptation (GGA) tangible ahead of COP30 in Belém, Brazil. Action Indexes  Simon Stiell, the UN Climate Chief, underlined during the opening ceremony that concrete progress needs to be made in adaptation and resilience development during the next eight days. “We need the next eight days to deliver concrete progress on adaptation and resilience,” he said. Discussing architecture for adaptation as a measurable comprehensive global goal began with The UAE-Belém Workshop on Adaptation Indicators which concentrated on defining metrics for infrastructure, ecosystems, water, and agriculture. This initiative is critical for making the GGA a measurable and implementable global goal. Focussing...

Image credit: EAA In the barren and inhospitable Turkana region of northwestern Kenya, where nothing can grow without water, a young woman is giving life to the land and planting hope into the community. Though the winds are dry and the terrain is dusty, water is still more valuable than gold, and the young woman is carrying out her work to support agriculture in the region.  She is an 18-year-old South Sudanese refugee named Cecilia Adol Adar, who has found shelter in the Kakuma Refugee Camp, which is the residence of over 300,000 displaced people . In a situation where it is often hard to think about the future because of daily struggles of survival, the young woman is making a name for herself not only through her positive attitude but also by the fact that she is raising a voice for climate justice and green innovation. Rising from the Dusty Displaced by conflict in her native South Sudan, Cecilia found herself in Kakuma as a child. But unlike many who saw the refugee camp as a...

Image credit: Live Science                                                                                 Sometimes women wonder why it is not there periods but the pain they experience is unbearable. These women encounter spotting, bloating in their abdomen and sometimes they become very grumpy not that they are sick but they are going through ovulation. Well, this is this the peak of fertility(mittelschmerz) that is underexplored, misread and sometimes appalling. Several women experience this process differently. Some endure minimal pain. Some see it as gates of hell being opened for them ready to pay for their sins.— bringing pelvic pain, grumpiness and unpleasant discharge. Many people have search on this topics with questions such as is it normal? or serious?  Well, my honest opi...

      Video credit: Citizen tv  Kenya is once again witnessing public outrage as thousands of Gen-Z youth took to the streets today, protesting the recent conduct of the police following the death of Albert Ojwang in police custody. The incident has sparked a wave of anger, particularly among the youth, who are demanding justice and accountability. According to reports, Albert Ojwang, a young Kenyan, died in a mysterious way while being held and the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) is carrying out the probe of the case now. The Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Lang’at, in response to public outcry, gave up his post yesterday so that there could be a clean inquiry, but however the investigation has not yet finished. Forces of law and order clashed with demonstrators in the heart of Nairobi today. A single man who was reckoned to be a street vendor of masks was shot by a masked police at a close range and died of the wound. The killing, which was caught o...

               Video by CNN newsroom Amid a significant escalation of tensions in the region, the U.S. warships and military assets are heading to Middle East , while  President Donald Trump has demanded an evacuation of Tehran in light of fears of a larger war between Israel and Iran.  The U.S. Navy confirmed that the USS Nimitz aircraft carrier and a support strike group had redirected course toward the Persian Gulf. However, Pentagon officials stated the redeployment is purely defensive to protect U.S. assets, troops, and allies in the region against Iranian missile strikes, which have escalated in frequency from Israel's southern neighbor. U.S. officials also have placed additional air defense assets across the Gulf, including Patriot missile batteries and THAAD interceptors. Simultaneously, Trump was warning citizens to "immediate evacuate Tehran" on the way back Washington after departing the G7 summit in Italy and now amid intel...

In a world that often fails to see suffering, there are some champions who emerge to speak for and act on behalf of the voiceless - particularly children who are living in poor, neglected and dangerous settings. Children who, despite having potential and hope for a fruitful life, continue to struggle with inadequate food, education, health care and safety. Silence is no longer the only response; strong voices and strong hands have stepped forward to protect and to ignite hopes. Real Heroes for Real Children Mr. Ishmael Ogweno is one of these champions, working through the Blue Cross Society, which is widely known for its innovative work with children and youth who are affected by substance abuse and poverty within the context of Kenya. Mr. Ogweno's tireless efforts to provide accommodation, young adult mentorship within a community-based rehabilitation program has relieved countless children from dependence on drugs, deprivation of shelter, and neglect.  Dr. Klaus Richter articulat...

Youths  voicing their concern over bad leadership  s The previous years, 2024 and 2025has represented not just a trend, but a transformation where youth intersect with politics and technology. Globally, youth are pioneering the ways in which change is made, organized, and maintained. Whether through an interconnected technology toolbox that leverages digital environments and climate technology to sustainably push their agenda, or in their capacity to collaborate on who defines the political future using social media platforms while acknowledging existing political structures, youth are stepping up- not as just as followers but as voices of resistance, innovation and evidence of increase hope The Global Pulse Within a Global Context,From Seoul to São Paulo, youth are emerging in a disruptive form of digital activism. Platforms such as TikTok, X (formerly Twitter), and Instagram serve as both space to share tradition and tools for identity transformation. Hashtag campaigns such ...

Photo credit: Dreamstime In June 2025, the tragic death of blogger Albert Ojwang in police custody       sparked nationwide outrage in Kenya. Kenya's president says blogger died 'at the hands of the police' Ojwang was arrested for allegedly defaming a deputy police chief online and died under suspicious circumstances, with autopsy findings indicating signs of assault. The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has launched an investigation, and five officers have been identified in connection with the incident. This incident underscores the delicate balance between upholding national security and protecting the fundamental right to freedom of expression.  While security policies are essential to maintain public order, they must not be used as tools to suppress dissent or intimidate individuals expressing their views. The Kenyan government's response to this case will be a critical test of its commitment to human rights and democratic principles. As the ...