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28 January 2026, 08:15

PORTLAND, USA, January 27 (IPS) - The United States is not so happy. Its population has received a lower happiness ranking compared to previous years. The factors contributing to this decline have significant implications for the United States, both domestically and internationally. As Dostoevsky noted, “The greatest happiness is to know the source of unhappiness”.

Read the full story, “A Not So Happy United States”, on globalissues.org

28 January 2026, 08:15

Despite a modest increase in humanitarian assistance, the situation in Gaza remains “dire”, with children among the hardest hit by shortages of shelter, basic services and education, the United Nations said on Tuesday.

Read the full story, “UN says Gaza crisis remains dire, children hardest hit”, on globalissues.org

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