Trash Crisis Leaves Puerto Rico Near ‘the Brink’ - Global Press Journal
Feb 16, 2021 · Puerto Rico recycles only 9% to 14% of its trash, although at least 35% of its solid waste is recyclable. In 2017, the trash crisis worsened when hurricanes Maria and Irma left at least 2.5 million tons of debris.
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A government program promised basic services to more than 850,000 people in low-income neighborhoods, but funding to do it is a casualty of new austerity measures. Advocates of the projects say austerity could undo decades of work to bring running water, electricity and other services to the country ...
Inside the Global Fight for Press Freedom
Local journalists and media workers have been on the frontlines of these attacks. The countries where Global Press Journal has local bureaus, including Mexico, Uganda and Sri Lanka, are some of the hardest hit by attacks on press freedoms, where journalists feel pawned by …
Inside the Global Fight for Press Freedom
Through powerful personal narratives and comprehensive data, Global Press Journal shares the untold stories of 11 courageous, local journalists and activists across the globe.
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Digital Initiative Makes Life Easier — For Those With Access
Mar 14, 2022 · “Teaching people in person is more effective than broadcasting videos,” says Bolor-Erdene. According to the International Telecommunication Union, the United Nations agency for information and communication technology, just 3% of Mongolians had advanced information and communication technology skills between 2017 and 2019.
Paternity Reality Show Turns Into National Hit - Global Press Journal
Nov 10, 2021 · To a certain extent, the show serves as compelling marketing for Global DNA’s products. Because of the show, people have come to accept the role that DNA testing can play in resolving questions of paternity, Mugabe says, and interest in the company’s products has increased, though he declined to provide details.
Pollution Threatens a Zimbabwean Town’s Waters — and Its Way …
Oct 10, 2023 · Tests on water samples conducted by Global Press Journal this year revealed that water flowing in Darwendale Dam from the Norton Town Council sewage plant contained 18 milligrams per liter of phosphate.
Does a Hail Cannon Really Stop the Hail? - Global Press Journal
Jun 15, 2022 · One hailstorm has the potential to damage thousands of hectares of crops. In July 2019, more than 5,000 hectares (19 square miles) of crops were damaged after a hailstorm hit Zapotlán del Rey, Jalisco, in west central Mexico, with 2,500 hectares (10 square miles) deemed a complete loss for farmers.
Meet the Nepali Woman Leading Calls for Justice for Wartime …
Oct 31, 2023 · After the peace agreement, peace committees were formed in every village to help with the transition out of conflict. Like Khadka, Chaudhary filed a complaint, but the complaint was registered as a case of “injury” because rape and sexual violence were not listed as a category.