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Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The moment I knew: we hiked into the wilderness on Friday and emerged as a couple on Sunday

A chance meeting in Fiji led to a deep connection with Stef, highlighting the impact of shared experiences and effort in budding relationships.
fromNature
1 month ago

Missile defence won't prevent the health crises that rock global security

After the Second World War, the United States approved funding - which would eventually rise to more than $12 billion - for the rebuilding of western Europe. Known as the Marshall Plan, it was not merely an act of generosity. It was a calculated effort to rebuild economies, stabilize democracies and contain the spread of extremism. Building resilient societies abroad will similarly make people safer in their own nations today.
World politics
Data science
fromNature
1 month ago

Will Gates and other funders save massive public health database at risk from Trump cuts?

The termination of the DHS program threatens global health data collection and monitoring, impacting health policy and community well-being. Ultimately, funding is critical.
Artificial intelligence
fromInfoQ
2 months ago

OpenAI's Stargate Project Aims to Build AI Infrastructure in Partner Countries Worldwide

OpenAI launches 'OpenAI for Countries' to support AI infrastructure development based on democratic values.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Labour to defend aid cuts, claiming UK's days as a global charity' are over

The days of viewing the UK as a global charity are over, Jenny Chapman will tell MPs, marking a controversial defense of the large-scale aid cuts she's overseeing.
UK politics
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US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Benjamin Black Weighs Shift in U.S.A.I.D. Funding

Former Goldman Sachs analyst Benjamin Black aims to redirect funding from U.S.A.I.D. towards a pro-market development approach benefiting American interests.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Benjamin Black Weighs Shift in U.S.A.I.D. Funding

Former Goldman Sachs analyst Benjamin Black aims to redirect funding from U.S.A.I.D. towards a pro-market development approach benefiting American interests.
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UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Keir Starmer faces backbench rebellion over shortsighted' cuts to aid budget

Labour MPs are rebelling against significant cuts to the international development budget to fund increased defense spending.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

International aid is as vital as defence spending cutting either undermines British security | Emily Darlington

Investment in national defence and international development is crucial for long-term security.
Vulnerable populations suffer when funding for health and social projects is withdrawn.
China and Russia are exploiting vulnerable nations, destabilizing global democracy.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Stunned U.S.A.I.D. Workers Return to Clean Out Their Desks

The Trump administration has cut nearly 90% of U.S.A.I.D.'s work, affecting thousands of foreign aid contracts and jobs.
US news
fromtime.com
5 months ago

Trump Administration Cuts More Than 90% of USAID Foreign Assistance Contracts

The Trump administration is cutting over 90% of USAID's foreign aid contracts totaling $60 billion, drastically reducing U.S. international assistance.
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
5 months ago

Trudeau Among Mourners At Aga Khan Memorial Service In Lisbon

He spearheaded international development projects that benefited both Ismailis and many others in some of the poorest regions of Asia and Africa under the auspices of his Aga Khan Development Network.
London politics
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