In 2024, extreme weather events disrupted schooling for at least 242 million children in 85 countries, mainly due to heatwaves, cyclones, flooding, and other climate hazards. UNICEF highlighted that children in low-income nations like those in Asia and sub-Saharan Africa faced the worst impacts, with many schools being destroyed, thereby affecting their right and access to education.
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US President Donald Trump, during a Black History Month event, announced a national garden of American heroes featuring tributes to notable Black figures like Harriet Tubman, Rosa Parks, Frederick Douglass, and others. The event showcased prominent Black supporters, sports, and entertainment personalities, celebrating Black contributions to American history and greatness.
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US vice president JD Vance is making his diplomatic debut at an AI summit in Paris and the Munich security conference. He opposes EU AI regulations and will discuss Ukraine, Nato, and free speech. Vance will meet with Macron, Modi, and von der Leyen. France aims to boost AI investments, while China pushes for open AI access. Modi co-hosts the summit, emphasizing global AI equity.
Kamelia Enzler, a fitness coach, was filmed keying a Tesla in Washington and now faces malicious mischief charges. The incident, believed to be road rage, occurred during a parking lot confrontation. Enzler, a millionaire entrepreneur, has since removed her social media presence.
Hamas aired a video showing two Israeli hostages, Elkana Bohbot and Yosef Haim Ohana, captured during the October 7 attack. The men, barefoot and unshaven, are seen in a dim room urging another hostage to recount his experiences to speed their release. Families urged Israeli and US leaders for urgent action.
Tucson TV anchor Ana Orsini, 28, passed away due to a brain aneurysm. Colleagues at KOLD News 13 mourned her loss, remembering her vibrant personality and dedication. Orsini, a University of Arizona and Texas A&M graduate, joined the station in 2023 after working in Texas and Oregon. She was known for her kindness and mentorship.