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Fighting Poverty

April 19, 2024

In Pakistan, a young boxer is taking the future into her own hands. Poverty is growing in Los Angeles. Extreme hurricanes destroy farmers’ livelihoods on the island of Grenada.

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Magazin Global Us | 22.04.2024 | Pakistan Boxerin
Image: ZDF

Pakistan: A young boxer fights poverty

Skyrocketing poverty is destroying hope for many people in Pakistan. The country is facing a crucial test. Aliya knows the problems all too well. But she’s taking the future into her own hands and is fighting her way through.

 

U.S.: Army of homeless people in Los Angeles

Tens of thousands of homeless people live in Los Angeles – and more are joining them each day. There’s not enough affordable housing. Municipal programs come up short.

Magazin Global Us | 22.04.2024 | USA Obdachlosigkeit
Homeless People in Los AngelesImage: ZDF

Grenada: Spice island in danger

Grenada is known for its spices. Nutmeg a key exports. But climate change threatens the island’s many small plantations. Tropical storms frequently cause devastation and destroy people’s entire livelihoods.

 

The ocean as a limitless source of renewable energy

By using the water’s temperature differences, the ocean could become a source of green energy. The technology has existed for centures. But why has it not yet been implemented?

 

 

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