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The Obama aliens comments podcast moment quickly went viral after former US President Barack Obama said “they’re real” when asked about extraterrestrials. He later clarified that the probability of aliens visiting Earth remains low. Obama made the remarks during an interview with podcast host Brian Tyler Cohen, in what he described as a rapid-fire “speed…

Antimicrobial resistance in Rwanda has caused significant loss of life. More than 17,000 people died from related infections between 2019 and 2021. Health officials warn that the problem continues to grow. What Is Antimicrobial Resistance Antimicrobial resistance, known as AMR, occurs when germs stop responding to medicines. These germs include bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms….

Scientists have discovered a new fish species in China. The discovery occurred in the Zayul area, western Xizang region. Researchers say the finding expands knowledge of freshwater biodiversity. Research Conducted in Zayul River The research began in April 2025. Scientists carried out the study in the Zayul River, located in southern western Xizang. The area…

Rwanda is making significant progress in the peaceful use of nuclear technology, particularly in healthcare, energy, and medical research, as part of its long-term development strategy. On November 28, 2025, the Council of Ministers approved cooperation agreements that will allow nuclear medicine services to officially begin in Rwanda. These advanced medical services are expected to…

A new malaria treatment known as ganaplacide/lumefantrine, also called GanLum, has demonstrated a 97 percent success rate in fighting malaria. The drug was developed by Swiss pharmaceutical company Novartis in partnership with Medicines for Malaria Venture (MMV). Successful Phase Three Clinical Trials The results were announced after Phase Three clinical trials involving 1,688 participants, including…

The World Health Organization has issued a warning over a global shortage of medicines used to treat obesity, saying fewer than 10 percent of affected people can access them. Limited Access to Obesity Medicines WHO says more than one billion people worldwide are living with obesity.However, only a small fraction can afford medicines that help…

Health authorities say antimicrobial resistance in Rwanda caused more than 17,000 deaths between 2019 and 2021, raising serious public health concerns. Experts warn that misuse of antibiotics continues to drive this growing threat. What Is Antimicrobial Resistance Antimicrobial resistance, known as AMR, occurs when bacteria, viruses, or other microbes stop responding to medicine. As a…

The Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC) has reminded Rwandans that many people with diabetes may not know they have the disease. Recent global research shows that 44% of people with diabetes worldwide are undiagnosed. Global Study Highlights The study, conducted by Lauryn Stafford from the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation at the University of Washington,…

Online child sexual abuse in Rwanda remains a growing concern as new data shows rising cases linked to digital tools. The Rwanda Investigation Bureau reports that offenders are using technology to target children and commit sexual crimes. Rise in Technology-Driven Abuse RIB spokesperson Dr. Murangira B. Thierry said that between 2022 and 2025, the bureau…