COLOMBO, June 23, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Sri Lanka began enforcing a ban on fast food and sweets in schools on Tuesday to tackle what the government says are rising cases of diabetes and heart disease in children. Much of Sri Lanka's population lives below the poverty line, and many children still do not»»»

COLOMBO - Sri Lanka began enforcing a ban on fast food and sweets in schools on June 23 to tackle what the government says are rising cases of diabetes and heart disease in children. Much of Sri Lanka’s population lives below the poverty line, and many children still do not receive enough to eat. B»»»

Pakistan, with a population exceeding 250 million and an annual growth rate of around 3%, stands at a critical juncture. More than 60% of its citizens are under 30 — a demographic dividend that could propel the nation toward prosperity if supported by education, skill development and strong institu»»»