IPC: Connections
Editorial: ‘Unrelenting Prayer’ – Dr Jason Hubbard
Unrelenting Prayer And he told them a parable to the effect that they ought always to pray and not lose heart. 2 He said, “In a certain city there was a judge who neither feared God nor respected man. 3 And there was a widow in that city who kept coming to…
Myanmar: Challenges for earthquake relief efforts
As Myanmar reels from one of its deadliest natural disasters in recent memory, its junta leader, Min Aung Hlaing, has arrived in Thailand to attend a regional summit—his presence turning heads, given the international sanctions levied against him. Last Friday’s 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar, killing at least 3,085…
Africa: When aid falters, Africa must heal herself
Africa at a Crossroads: Strengthening Health Sovereignty in Changing Times The African proverb “when elephants fight, it is the grass that suffers” echoes with truth in today’s shifting global landscape. Changes in international policies - especially regarding overseas aid - are being felt across the world, and Africa is among…
Ukraine: Russia boosts troops amidst fragile diplomacy
Russia has launched its largest military conscription effort in years, aiming to enlist 160,000 men between 18 and 30—a significant increase from previous years. This move comes amid critical developments in the Ukraine war. Despite ongoing peace discussions with the United States, Russian forces continue to press forward in eastern…
