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Berlin food
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Video: Inside the Struggle to Find Food in Gaza

The blockade has led to widespread hunger in Gaza, straining families and communities.
Local efforts like soup kitchens are essential for survival amid chaotic aid distribution.
NYC parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Gaza's youngest influencer aged 11 among children killed by Israeli strikes

Yaqeen Hammad, Gaza's youngest influencer, was killed during Israeli strikes, highlighting the impact of war on children.
NYC parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

An Israeli bomb took a teen's arm in Gaza. She's healing with a family in Philadelphia

Tasneem Abbas, a Gaza survivor, receives a prosthetic arm in the US after a traumatic injury from a bomb.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Russia and Ukraine agree new POW swaps but no progress on ceasefire talks

Russia and Ukraine continue discussions on prisoner swaps while remaining far apart on ceasefire agreements.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Cambodia deploys rodents for life-saving mine detection operations

Giant pouched rats have proven to be effective in detecting TNT in Cambodia, aiding in clearing minefields that have severely impacted the region after decades of conflict.
Agriculture
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

The religious community of El Paso mobilizes in support of immigrants

Six months into President Donald Trump's second term, sweeping changes to federal immigration policy have escalated deportations, cut millions of dollars in federal funding to nonprofits providing legal aid for immigrants, and revoked protections for sensitive spaces, including churches.
US politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

Texas flood devastation sparks response from real estate agent

Wilsey said of an initial social media post, "Because I was like, No, I'm not. I'm not helpless. I can do something." Within 48 hours of that post, Wilsey had rallied more than 300 people to donate supplies and support her effort to assemble flood relief kits for impacted families.
Fundraising
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

After devastating floods a Central Texas community comes together

Coach Tate DeMasco delivers meals to flood-impacted neighborhoods in Texas, uniting the community after tragic flooding.
#live-aid
London music
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
3 months ago

'Live Aid proves that human beings do care about each other'

Live Aid challenged the idea that society doesn't exist, reinforcing the power of collective effort for humanitarian causes.
London music
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
3 months ago

'Live Aid proves that human beings do care about each other'

Live Aid challenged the idea that society doesn't exist, reinforcing the power of collective effort for humanitarian causes.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Obama, Bush decry travesty' of Trump's gutting of USAID on its last day

Obama's statement conveys profound regret for the dissolution of USAID, emphasizing its historical role in promoting American values and humanitarian efforts globally.
US politics
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Bridging Strategy and Service: Nadine Fahim in Conversation

Nadine Fahim leads global innovation efforts at KPMG, emphasizing transformation through technology and teamwork.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Drones, mines and rotting corpses: The difficult mission of bringing dead soldiers home in Ukraine

The recovery and identification of soldiers' remains is crucial for families to find closure in the ongoing conflict.
Exhumation teams are pivotal in the exchange of bodies between Ukraine and Russia, highlighting the human aspect of war.
Women in technology
fromHackernoon
5 years ago

An Interview With Mina El Helbawi: Conflict and Connection | HackerNoon

Mirna El Helbawi is providing eSIM cards to Palestinians in Gaza to help them connect with their families during the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Dr. Ezzaddin Al Wahsh Champions Ethical AI to Transform Global Healthcare

My time with Doctors Without Borders, as well as my ongoing humanitarian and anti-war advocacy, deeply informs this mission. Whether designing decision support or evaluating system impacts, I constantly reflect on how technology can serve, not replace, human care, especially in fragile or underserved contexts.
Women in technology
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Video. Russia and Ukraine exchange more POWs in ongoing swap

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy shared a video of returning prisoners, highlighting emotional reunions amid ongoing conflict.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Tony awards 2025: red carpet looks and best of the show in pictures

Celia Keenan-Bolger's acceptance of the Isabelle Stevenson award highlighted the importance of humanitarian efforts in the arts, showcasing the vital link between performance and social impact.
NYC music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Dua Lipa, a black rhino and a French matador - photos of the weekend

Kenya announced the translocation of 21 critically endangered eastern black rhinos from congested conservation areas to the Segera sanctuary where black rhinos were once endemic but died out due to human encroachment and poaching.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Sean Hannity Calls for IDF-Style Mandatory Military Service for Americans

Sean Hannity proposed adopting Israel's mandatory military service model for young Americans, emphasizing its potential benefits for national unity.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Meet the Irish woman teaching hurling to children of Palestine - 'The enthusiasm and passion they have is amazing'

These children, despite the challenges they face daily in Palestine, are being coached in Gaelic games, which not only provides them with athletic skills but also a sense of community and hope.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Could AI help elderly people and refugees reconstruct unrecorded pasts?

Artificial intelligence is being used to create synthetic memories to preserve the stories of refugees.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Rihanna and The Weeknd champion causes in Africa. The billionaire stakeholder behind their labels faces corruption allegations there

Vincent Bolloré's empire in West Africa faces serious corruption accusations amidst global humanitarian efforts by artists like Rihanna and Bono.
US news
fromtime.com
2 months ago

Hamas Releases American-Israeli Hostage in Gaza Ahead of Trump's Middle East Visit

Edan Alexander, the last known American hostage in Gaza, has been released by Hamas amidst ongoing efforts for ceasefire negotiations.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Remembering the Canadian soldiers who died on a mission of mercy at the close of the Second World War | CBC News

"Honorary Captain Albert McCreery and Lt. Norman Goldie ventured into the German countryside on May 4, 1945, seeking to aid wounded enemy soldiers typically embodying Canadian values."
Canada news
#myanmar
Non-profit organizations
fromThe Verge
3 months ago

Warning systems for floods, hurricanes, and famine are suffering from Donald Trump's data purge

Trump's administration led to significant reductions in crucial health and environmental data, impacting global humanitarian efforts.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

In 1975, thousands of babies were daringly airlifted from the Vietnam war

The Vietnam War's final days witnessed chaos as hundreds of children, including Amerasians, were airlifted to safety during Operation Babylift, aiming to reunite them with families.
SF parents
Europe news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Meloni, Macron and Other World Leaders Praise Pope Francis' Legacy

Pope Francis is honored globally for his commitment to the poor and peace advocacy, leaving a lasting legacy in his teachings.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Why Earthquake Relief Is Slow to Reach Myanmar

Seven days after the earthquake in Turkey, French volunteers located a survivor using a suitcase-size radar, showcasing innovative rescue methods amidst disaster.
France news
UK news
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

How a Canadian chef-turned-drone pilot scored his first air-to-air kill against a deadly Russian Lancet drone

A Canadian drone pilot named 'Butcher' claims to be the first non-Ukrainian to shoot down a Russian Lancet drone.
World news
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

Rescuers sift through Myanmar earthquake debris as window to find survivors closes

The 7.7 magnitude earthquake caused widespread devastation in Myanmar, trapping many and claiming over 2,000 lives.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

Trump admin. cuts funding for program that tracked Ukrainian children abducted by Russia

Funding for tracking Ukrainian abducted children has been cut, causing concerns about missing crucial data for their return.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago

Rebuilding Syria: Life After the Fall of the Assad Regime

Alaa Yahya’s return to Damascus after years of displacement symbolizes both a personal journey of healing and a collective effort to rebuild a war-torn Syria.
Renovation
UK news
fromeuronews
4 months ago

Video. Dozens of bodies exhumed from mass grave in northern Gaza

Efforts to exhume bodies from a mass grave in northern Gaza are ongoing, with significant death tolls reported.
#asylum-seekers
NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
4 months ago

Op-Ed | Meeting crisis with compassion: Helping migrants on the path to their American Dream | amNewYork

New York City strengthens its position as a diverse, global leader by supporting asylum seekers and facilitating their path to self-sufficiency.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
5 months ago

Asylum seeker intake and services at The Roosevelt Hotel to close, Adams says | amNewYork

New York City closes The Roosevelt Hotel as it integrates asylum seeker support services elsewhere after processing over 173,000 migrants.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
4 months ago

Op-Ed | Meeting crisis with compassion: Helping migrants on the path to their American Dream | amNewYork

New York City strengthens its position as a diverse, global leader by supporting asylum seekers and facilitating their path to self-sufficiency.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
5 months ago

Asylum seeker intake and services at The Roosevelt Hotel to close, Adams says | amNewYork

New York City closes The Roosevelt Hotel as it integrates asylum seeker support services elsewhere after processing over 173,000 migrants.
UK news
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

British Couple Arrested by Taliban in Afghanistan, Family Says

A British couple dedicated to education in Afghanistan was detained by the Taliban, raising concerns for their safety and well-being.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
5 months ago

Ben Stiller says Russian media is spreading 'lies' that USAID funded his trip to Kyiv - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

These are lies coming from Russian media. I completely self-funded my humanitarian trip to Ukraine. There was no funding from USAID and certainly no payment of any kind. 💯 percent false.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago

Ismaili Muslim leader Aga Khan dies aged 88 DW 02/05/2025

The Aga Khan poured a material empire built on billions of dollars in tithes into constructing homes, hospitals and schools in developing countries.
London politics
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