Daily Archives: 08/28/2019


Over 200 Migrants Rescued in Med This Week

An Italian charity ship rescued around 100 migrants in the Mediterranean on Wednesday, bringing the total number of migrants saved to over 200 this week. The Mare Jonio vessel, run by Italian NGO Mediterranea, said on its Twitter page that …


New Koala App Helps Protect One of Australia’s Most Famous Animals

A new koala-tracking app and a marsupial hospital are the latest moves to protect one of Australia’s most famous native animals.  The furry, tree-dwelling marsupials are in decline in eastern Australia, and authorities hope a multi-million dollar rescue plan will help …


Economic Worries Cloud Trump Re-Election Hopes

President Donald Trump’s path to re-election next year seems to be getting more complicated. Trump continues to boast about a strong economy despite warnings from a number of economists that the U.S. may be headed for a recession in 2020. …