From 2 million to 20 million, the staggering range of estimates for the U.S. housing shortfall reveals a deeper debate over what constitutes a 'shortage' and how to fix an affordability crisis squeezing millions of families.
Cuba's vital tourism industry has plummeted to one of its lowest levels in over two decades, dealing a severe blow to an economy already crippled by fuel shortages and power outages. The sharp decline in foreign visitors has intensified the nation's hard currency crisis, forcing diplomatic overtures amid deteriorating conditions.
Former President Donald Trump's recent comments advocating for higher housing prices have ignited debate, as experts warn such a stance could deepen the affordability crisis for younger generations and renters.
South Korean e-commerce giant Coupang is confronting a multi-front crisis, including class-action lawsuits and regulatory probes, following a data breach impacting millions. The fallout has led to the CEO's resignation and intensified scrutiny of corporate governance and cybersecurity protocols.
In a sweeping decree, Burkina Faso's junta has formally dissolved the nation's political parties and seized their assets, a move analysts warn consolidates authoritarian rule and extinguishes a key pillar of democratic life amid an escalating security crisis.
Catastrophic flooding across southern and central Mozambique has claimed over 150 lives and impacted nearly 800,000 people, submerging towns, destroying vital farmland, and testing the limits of disaster response in one of the world's most climate-vulnerable nations.
In a dramatic market reversal, gold has exhibited greater price swings than Bitcoin, challenging conventional safe-haven perceptions. The metal's volatility has soared to heights last witnessed during the global financial crisis, as macroeconomic uncertainty triggers historic moves in traditional assets.
Even with a tenuous ceasefire in place, Gaza's health sector remains crippled by severe shortages, widespread destruction, and a lack of essential equipment, with experts warning of a deliberate, systematic campaign to undermine its foundations.
A stark warning from a top Republican senator and a coalition of former USDA officials highlights a looming crisis in America's heartland, as farmers face a fourth year of potential losses amid trade turmoil and soaring costs.
In a parliamentary submission, the crypto exchange alleges major Australian banks are unlawfully cutting off services to legitimate digital asset firms, creating a 'crisis of confidence' and stifling innovation as the country moves to formalize crypto regulation.
As severe flooding displaces hundreds of thousands in Mozambique, the UN raises alarms over dangerously overcrowded temporary shelters and a critical funding shortfall, warning of heightened risks for vulnerable populations.
A new study by the HOW Institute for Society exposes a stark trust deficit in corporate leadership, with profound implications for retention, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
International hunger monitors confirm famine conditions have spread to two additional towns in Sudan's Darfur region, signaling a rapid deterioration months after initial warnings in el-Fasher.
The UN's top human rights official, Volker Türk, has issued an urgent $400 million appeal, warning that severe funding shortfalls have forced his agency into 'survival mode,' drastically scaling back critical monitoring and protection work worldwide.
A seismic sell-off rippled through global markets this week, erasing hundreds of billions in value from tech stocks and bonds. Unlike previous AI-driven corrections, this rout stems from a growing fear that artificial intelligence is poised to disrupt the core business models of established software giants, not just from bubble concerns.
A three-day partial government shutdown ended Tuesday after a dramatic House vote, yet a new funding deadline for the Department of Homeland Security looms on February 14th, threatening another closure and highlighting deep partisan divides.
Ukraine's energy minister has issued a stark warning that planned power outages could intensify in the coming days, citing significant generation shortfalls and the threat of new Russian aerial attacks targeting the nation's critical energy infrastructure.
A new analysis reveals the staggering income needed for working families in the tri-state region to afford childcare without financial strain, far exceeding typical household earnings and highlighting a growing economic pressure point.
A new analysis reveals the staggering income required for families to afford childcare without financial strain, with costs in the Tri-State area far outpacing typical earnings.
New data reveals a sustained contraction in UK service sector employment, driven by severe pressures on pubs and restaurants, marking the most prolonged downturn in 16 years.
