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13 hours ago

UN warns South Sudan at risk of full-scale famine' as fighting intensifies

Tom Fletcher, the UN humanitarian chief, stated that hunger is tightening its grip in South Sudan, with emergency levels of food insecurity expected across all 10 states during the lean season.
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1 day ago

Forced to drop out: Yemen's children trade school for survival

Yemen's conflict forces children to prioritize survival over education, with millions out of school due to economic hardship.
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2 weeks ago

Nearly 1,200 children killed or injured in Yemen despite truce: NGO

Nearly half of child casualties in Yemen are due to landmines and explosive remnants of war, despite a ceasefire reducing overall hostilities.
Education
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1 day ago

Forced to drop out: Yemen's children trade school for survival

Yemen's conflict forces children to prioritize survival over education, with millions out of school due to economic hardship.
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2 weeks ago

Nearly 1,200 children killed or injured in Yemen despite truce: NGO

Nearly half of child casualties in Yemen are due to landmines and explosive remnants of war, despite a ceasefire reducing overall hostilities.
#sudan
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1 day ago
World politics

Sudan War Enters Year 4 as Civilians Face Violence and Growing Fuel Shortages

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2 days ago

More than 1bn pledged for Sudan as humanitarian crisis deepens

Over $1.15 billion pledged for humanitarian aid in Sudan at a Berlin conference, surpassing the $1 billion target set by organizers.
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2 days ago

Countries pledge $1.5bn for Sudan crisis as war enters fourth year

Antonio Guterres calls for an end to the civil war in Sudan, highlighting its regional destabilization and humanitarian crisis.
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1 day ago

Sudan War Enters Year 4 as Civilians Face Violence and Growing Fuel Shortages

Sudan's civil war, now in its fourth year, has led to severe humanitarian crises and widespread war crimes by both military factions.
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3 days ago

Germany: Berlin conference for Sudan aims to raise over $1B

Germany is hosting a conference to raise over $1 billion for urgent projects in Sudan as the war enters its fourth year.
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2 days ago

Countries pledge $1.5bn for Sudan crisis as war enters fourth year

Antonio Guterres calls for an end to the civil war in Sudan, highlighting its regional destabilization and humanitarian crisis.
Fundraising
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5 hours ago

'Had Ireland not come, I might not be alive': The children of Chernobyl given a second chance by activist Adi Roche's charity

A woman adopted from a Minsk orphanage credits a charity for saving her life after the Chernobyl disaster.
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13 hours ago

'Breaks our hearts': Chow endorses fundraising efforts by 2 charities for people in Lebanon | CBC News

Toronto endorses fundraising for Lebanon conflict victims through Doctors Without Borders and the Canadian Red Cross.
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1 day ago

Media coverage of violence against women reaches dismal' low, report finds

The proportion of articles that include terms relating to misogynistic abuse dropped to a dismal 1.3% of all global online news in 2025, the lowest level in that period.
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#lebanon
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3 weeks ago

Lebanon's humanitarian crisis worsens as fighting continues

The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has led to significant civilian casualties and displacement in Lebanon.
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3 weeks ago

Lebanon's humanitarian crisis worsens as fighting continues

The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has led to significant civilian casualties and displacement in Lebanon.
Environment
fromState of the Planet
1 day ago

U.N. Office's Recovery Plan Advances Flood Relief Efforts in Pakistan

A glacier lake outburst flood in Hassanabad, Pakistan, caused significant destruction, prompting a UN recovery plan to assist affected communities.
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1 day ago

Chef Jose Andres warns of multi-year world famine from Iran war

Jose Andres emphasizes the urgency of addressing the fertilizer supply crisis, stating, 'When fertilizers don't arrive in time for key planting windows, yields can fall in the following harvest cycle.' He highlights the severe consequences for poorer countries, noting, 'In places like Haiti, they don't serve you a kilo of rice, they serve you one ounce at a time.'
Agriculture
Public health
fromNature
5 days ago

How I harness research to inform humanitarian relief efforts

Beverley Stringer has dedicated her career to humanitarian work with Médecins Sans Frontières, focusing on improving public health in crisis settings.
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3 days ago

Food is unifying': How Lebanon's migrants are feeding the war-displaced

Migrant communities in Lebanon are providing essential support and solidarity through food amid ongoing conflict and displacement crises.
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3 days ago

ICE Is Ignoring Woman's Life-Threatening Ovarian Cyst-and Her Condition Is Getting Worse

For over a month, my office has been going back and forth with ICE officials about Andrea's condition. We have been ignored, put off, and frankly, lied to about the treatment she has received while in detention.
US politics
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fromBig Think
3 days ago

The arc of human history is toward cooperation, not division

Hitchhiking fosters deep connections and insights into diverse lives, revealing personal stories and experiences across different cultures.
#rohingya-refugees
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17 hours ago

Record number of Rohingya refugees died at sea last year, UNHCR says

The UN reports thousands of Rohingya refugees are missing or dead at sea, highlighting a humanitarian crisis in South Asia.
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2 weeks ago

Food assistance slashed for hundreds of thousands of Rohingya refugees trapped in Bangladesh camps

Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh face reduced food assistance, raising concerns about survival and hunger among the community.
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17 hours ago

Record number of Rohingya refugees died at sea last year, UNHCR says

The UN reports thousands of Rohingya refugees are missing or dead at sea, highlighting a humanitarian crisis in South Asia.
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2 weeks ago

Food assistance slashed for hundreds of thousands of Rohingya refugees trapped in Bangladesh camps

Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh face reduced food assistance, raising concerns about survival and hunger among the community.
#gaza
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2 days ago
Public health

War Pollutants May Be Poisoning a Generation of Mothers and Their Babies in Gaza

World politics
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1 day ago

Overshadowed by Iran, Gaza stuck between war and peace

Efforts for a stable ceasefire in Gaza between Hamas and Israel have made little progress despite ongoing negotiations and unresolved key issues.
Public health
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2 days ago

War Pollutants May Be Poisoning a Generation of Mothers and Their Babies in Gaza

The war in Gaza has led to a silent health crisis affecting pregnant women and children, marked by increased miscarriages and congenital disabilities.
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2 days ago

As world focuses on Iran, Israel engineering starvation policy' in Gaza

Israel's actions in Gaza have led to severe shortages of essential supplies, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis for Palestinians.
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22 hours ago

Lebanese return to devastated south as fragile 10-day truce takes hold

Hezbollah warned that it has its finger on the trigger in case of Israeli violations of the temporary ceasefire, indicating a readiness to respond to perceived threats.
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1 week ago

Top Palestinian Children's Rights Group Shutters After Being Targeted By Israel

Defense for Children International-Palestine ceased operations due to Israel's attacks and restrictions on human rights organizations, impacting advocacy for Palestinian children's rights.
Education
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

Using Human Kindness as a Shield Against School Violence

Billions are wasted on ineffective security measures for schools instead of investing in mental health resources and social support systems.
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1 day ago

Middle East crisis live: UN chief calls for Israel-Lebanon ceasefire to be fully' respected as it comes into effect

The UK and France are leading a meeting to restore freedom of navigation in the strait of Hormuz, emphasizing global responsibility.
Social justice
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3 weeks ago

Danger after disaster: why emergencies come with increased risks for women

Women often bear the brunt of caregiving responsibilities during natural disasters, increasing their vulnerability and challenges faced in recovery.
Healthcare
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3 weeks ago

WHO warns of health crisis unfolding in real time' across Middle East

A total stop to hostilities in the Middle East is essential to prevent a health crisis, according to the WHO's regional director.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Burkina Faso dissolves more than 100 NGOs and civil society groups

Burkina Faso's military government dissolved over 100 NGOs, prompting Amnesty International to label it a severe violation of basic rights.
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fromFortune
5 days ago

Haiti stares down starvation as Iran War drives 200,000 into acute food emergency status | Fortune

Rising oil prices due to the Iran conflict are worsening Haiti's humanitarian crisis, increasing transportation costs and food insecurity for millions.
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2 days ago
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UN experts urge member states to suspend Israel arms transfers

Israel's bombardment of Lebanon is condemned as a violation of the UN Charter and calls for a halt to arms transfers to Israel.
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2 days ago
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UN Experts Call for Global Halt to Arms Transfers to Israel Amid Lebanon Attacks

Israel's military actions in Lebanon are condemned as violations of international law and a threat to peace and civilian lives.
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2 days ago

UN experts urge member states to suspend Israel arms transfers

Israel's bombardment of Lebanon is condemned as a violation of the UN Charter and calls for a halt to arms transfers to Israel.
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2 days ago

UN Experts Call for Global Halt to Arms Transfers to Israel Amid Lebanon Attacks

Israel's military actions in Lebanon are condemned as violations of international law and a threat to peace and civilian lives.
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3 days ago

Aid groups bidding to boost relief shipments into Iran

Humanitarian aid to Iran is severely disrupted due to conflict, with recent shipments providing critical medical supplies and support for displaced populations.
#middle-east-conflict
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1 week ago

Middle East conflict escalation raises humanitarian and economic alarm - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Middle East conflict is causing widespread destruction, economic uncertainty, and a deteriorating humanitarian situation, impacting global markets and regional stability.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Civil war in Sudan is a never-ending humanitarian crisis

Drone strikes in Sudan have intensified, killing civilians across multiple regions with both warring parties continuing to receive weapons supplies despite the ongoing conflict.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Millions of children dying from preventable causes, report reveals

Most of 4.9 million child deaths in 2024 were preventable, with progress slowing 60% since 2015 due to aid cuts threatening the 2030 goal of ending preventable child mortality.
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3 days ago

Nuba Mountains, a fragile refuge on Sudan's front line

Hassan Koko survived a drone attack in South Kordofan, leaving him physically and emotionally scarred, reflecting ongoing conflict in the Nuba Mountains.
France politics
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1 month ago

Palestinian refugees face new displacement as Israel's bombs hit Lebanon

Palestinian refugees in Lebanon, displaced since 1948, face renewed trauma and displacement as Israeli military operations intensify, forcing families from camps into further uncertainty.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Iran war could plunge 32 million into poverty, says United Nations

The Iran war could push over 32 million people into poverty, especially in developing countries, reversing international development gains.
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4 days ago

UN experts slam attacks on Gaza shelters, forced displacement in West Bank

UN experts call for an end to Israeli violence and forced displacement of Palestinians in Gaza and the occupied West Bank.
#international-humanitarian-law
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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

We waited 12 years': escapees from Syria's camps face an uncertain future

Eva Dumani's release from a Syrian camp highlights the plight of many detained individuals and the urgent need for government repatriation efforts.
US politics
fromThe New Humanitarian
2 months ago

Inklings | US funding: Risks, power shifts, and a boatload of questions

The US plans to route $2 billion in humanitarian funding through UN pooled funds, potentially reshaping aid funding and empowering OCHA's humanitarian reset.
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fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

"Lives will be lost": How the U.K.'s aid cuts may affect parts of Africa

The U.K. announced a 40% cut to its global aid spending, severely impacting development programs in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
#el-fasher
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Heroism, horror and the pits of hell': inside the last days of El Fasher

International decisions led to the neglect of El Fasher, resulting in preventable violence and loss of life during the conflict in Sudan.
World news
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3 weeks ago

Heroism, horror and the pits of hell': inside the last days of El Fasher

International decisions led to the neglect of El Fasher, resulting in preventable violence and loss of life during the conflict in Sudan.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Human rights outmuscled by rule of force' globally, UN chief warns

Guterres stressed that this assault is not coming from the shadows or by surprise. It is happening in plain sight and often led by those who hold the greatest power. He did not mention specific situations although he did voice outrage at Russia's war in Ukraine, where he said more than 15,000 civilians had been killed in four years of violence. It is more than past time to end the bloodshed, he said.
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1 month ago

Jan Egeland: Millions displaced as Middle East conflicts deepen

Mass displacement from escalating conflicts in Iran, Lebanon, Gaza, and Sudan is overwhelming humanitarian aid systems beyond capacity while eroding international humanitarian law.
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1 month ago

Jan Egeland: Millions displaced as Middle East conflicts deepen

Mass displacement from escalating conflicts in Iran, Lebanon, Gaza, and Sudan is overwhelming humanitarian aid systems beyond capacity while eroding international humanitarian law.
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1 month ago

Hunger is looming over Yemen, urgent action is needed

Yemen faces its worst food security crisis since 2022, with 18 million people projected to face worsening food insecurity in early 2026, and famine conditions expected to emerge in four districts within two months.
fromNature
2 months ago

How to rescue the aid industry: focus on conflict prevention, not just relief

In 2025, the administration of US President Donald Trump ordered the US Agency for International Development to be closed; this year, it withdrew the country from 66 international organizations. Other Western nations that are plagued with high levels of debt and pressure to prioritize domestic challenges have slashed their foreign aid, too. According to projections, official development assistance dropped by 9-17% in 2025, amounting to some US$55 billion.
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2 months ago

NGOs sound the alarm as families flee camp holding suspected IS fighters

Most foreign families of suspected Islamic State fighters have left al-Hawl camp after Syrian government control, creating security and humanitarian uncertainty about their locations.
fromTruthout
2 months ago

In Gaza, We're Struggling to Reintroduce Foods to Bodies Adjusted to Starvation

Since October's ceasefire, which meant Israel would allow some - but not nearly enough - aid trucks to enter our besieged Strip, people in Gaza have desperately been eating, whenever possible, what they had been deprived of previously. Yet, as a result, many have developed " refeeding syndrome," which is a serious medical condition. Refeeding syndrome occurs when food is suddenly reintroduced after a prolonged period of starvation - and Israel has subjected those of us in Gaza to such periods on multiple occasions.
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2 months ago

Sudan's war displaced crisis peaks as millions eye return to ruined homes

Millions are internally displaced in Sudan and globally, yet some civilians are returning to Khartoum despite devastation and fragile stability.
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2 months ago

As Sudanese city returns to life after two-year siege, drone threat lingers

Life is cautiously returning to the streets of Dilling, the second largest city in South Kordofan state, after the Sudanese army broke a suffocating siege that had isolated the area for more than two years. For months, the city had been encircled by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the Sudan People's Liberation Movement-North (SPLM-N), cutting off vital supply lines and trapping civilians in a severe humanitarian crisis.
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2 months ago

Why attacking UNRWA is attacking Gaza's survival

UNRWA delivers essential public services to over half of Gaza's population but is prevented from operating at scale amid worsening humanitarian conditions and restrictions.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

A rare chronicle of war, survival and devastation in Darfur in pictures

Powerful photographic access exposes Darfur's brutal, ongoing civil war, showing drone attacks and mass civilian suffering amid the world’s worst humanitarian catastrophe, though some hope remains.
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fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Syria: Life-saving aid reaches Kurdish city of Kobane

A UN convoy delivered 24 trucks of life-saving aid to Kobane after a 15-day ceasefire extension and Syrian forces opened humanitarian corridors.
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