Indonesia on Alert as Mount Marapi Erupts Again
On Sunday, January 14th, Indonesia’s Mount Marapi erupted again, leading to the evacuation of at least 100 residents from nearby villages. This eruption, the second in just over a month,...
Adams Reverses Budget Cuts for Litter Basket and Parks Opportunity Program
On Thursday, January 11th, Mayor Eric Adams dismissed the previously announced elimination of thousands of litter baskets throughout the city. The mayor's announcement comes after a series of budget rollbacks...
NYC Launches First Magnet High Schools With $30 Million Federal Funding
New York City is set to establish its first magnet high schools with a $30 million grant from the federal government. Mayor Eric Adams and Schools Chancellor David Banks announced...
Hyperinflation in Argentina Reaches New Heights
On Thursday, January 11th, Argentina's INDEC statistics agency reported that the country's annual inflation rate for 2023 soared to 211.4%, the highest in 32 years. This staggering increase underscores Argentina's...
U.S. & UK Launch Airstrikes, Attacking Houthi Militants in Yemen
On Thursday, January 11th, the United States and the United Kingdom launched a significant retaliatory strike against Iranian-backed Houthi militants in Yemen. This military action, a response to the Houthi’s...
ICJ Proceedings Start as South Africa Levels Genocide Charges Against Israel in Gaza Conflict
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague commenced a two-day hearing on Thursday, January 11th, for the genocide case brought by South Africa against Israel related to the...
Mayor Adams Rescinds Planned NYPD and FDNY Cuts Following Improved Financial Outlook
New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced Wednesday, January 10th, a partial reversal of budget cuts previously set in November, affecting the NYPD and FDNY. Mayor Adams’ decision, primarily influenced...
LittleAfrica News Newspaper: January 11—January 17, 2024
Local, National, and International News for the Diaspora LittleAfrica News Newspaper: January 11—January 17, 2024
Global Support for South Africa’s Genocide Case Against Israel at International Court of Justice
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague is preparing for its first hearing in South Africa’s genocide case against Israel on Thursday. This case, which accuses Israel of...
