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UN agency, NGO heads make rare joint plea for Israel-Hamas ceasefire

UNICEF, UN Women and other agencies express ‘shock and horror’ at the mounting death toll from the conflict.

Al Jazeera

From 30 to 353: Telangana’s midwifery miracle

Telangana’s midwifery programme, launched in 2017 to reduce Maternal Mortality Rate and the alarming number of Caesarean sections in the State, has produced 353 trained midwives currently serving in hospitals across the State, including in tribal areas

The Hindu

Asian delegates laud education reforms in Andhra Pradesh at global conference

Andhra Pradesh lauded at Global Social & Financial Skills Conf. for reforms in edu. sector. APSRTC, DEOs, Aflatoun Intl., Udhyam Learning Fdn. & Reap Benefit played significant role. Suresh Kumar discussed with UNICEF & Global Financial Literacy Excellence Center, U.S.A.

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Hamas leader accuses Israel of ‘barbaric massacres’ after refugee camp hit

Ismail Haniyeh warns that hostages being held in Gaza face risk of ‘death and destruction’ from Israeli bombardment.

Al Jazeera

Glitzy ball in Delhi in support for UNICEF

The event saw some big names from the art circle such as Subodh Gupta and Bharti Kher and those from among well-known fashion designers included Varun Bahl, Raghavendra Rathore and Neeta Lulla.

The Hindu

Gaza has become a ‘graveyard’ for children amid Israeli attacks: UN

According to UNICEF, an average of 420 Palestinian children killed or injured every day in Gaza Strip since October 7.

Al Jazeera

World Health Organisation warns of 'imminent public health catastrophe' in Gaza

THE World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned that a “public health catastrophe” in Gaza in imminent ...

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Israel-Hamas war: ‘420 children killed or injured every day’, UNICEF spokesperson says

Speaking at an UN Security Council emergency meeting on Monday, the UN's Children's Fund (UNICEF) executive director said that two thirds of all people killed in Gaza since Israel declared war on Hamas, have been women and children. Joining us on Perspective, UNICEF spokesperson Toby Fricker says that the number…

France 24

UN agency in Gaza says urgent ceasefire is `a matter of life and death’ for millions of Palestinians

More than 8,300 people killed in Gaza since Israel’s retaliatory military action aimed at ‘obliterating’ Hamas

The Independent UK

UN agency in Gaza says urgent ceasefire ‘matter of life and death’ for Palestinians

More than 8,300 people killed in Gaza since Israel’s retaliatory military action aimed at ‘obliterating’ Hamas

The Independent UK

Afternoon Update: Hamas militants clash with Israeli forces in Gaza; extreme fire conditions threaten Queensland towns; and Australia’s best political cartoons

North-western and southern Gaza Strip rocked by fighting as Israeli troops and tanks advance

The Guardian - AU

UN agency in Gaza says urgent ceasefire is `a matter of life and death' for millions of Palestinians

The head of the U_N_ agency for Palestinian refugees is telling a U_N_ emergency meeting “an immediate humanitarian ceasefire has become a matter of life and death for millions.”

The Independent UK

Rich countries should stop pushing fossil fuels on Africa – don’t we deserve a renewable future too?

Those who caused the climate crisis should help Africa harness its wind and sun, says Vanessa Nakate, a UN Unicef goodwill ambassador climate activist

The Guardian - UK

Friday briefing: Explaining conflict to young people is hard – but can help with their resilience

In today’s newsletter: Wars around the world can have a huge impact on children. So how do we help them navigate the endless cycle of bad news?

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Al Jazeera

Child casualties in Gaza a ‘stain on our conscience’: UNICEF

As Israel bombs Gaza, UNICEF calls for unimpeded humanitarian access to enclave where half the population is below 18.

The Guardian - AU

Netanyahu says war cabinet ‘working around the clock’ – as it happened

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The Independent UK

Growing gang violence is devastating Haitians, with major crime at a new high, UN envoy says

The U.N. special envoy for Haiti says growing gang violence is devastating the lives of its people, with major crimes rising to a new high

The Guardian - UK

Children in Gaza ‘developing severe trauma’ after 16 days of bombing

As well as risk of death and injury, psychiatrist says situation is leading to symptoms such as convulsions and bed-wetting

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Entertainment industry A-listers sign a letter to Biden urging a cease-fire in Gaza

Jon Stewart, America Ferrera, Cate Blanchett and Michael Stipe are among the more than 60 music and film industry stars to put their names to the letter.

The Independent UK

Trucks carrying aid and coffins enter Gaza for first time as Rafah crossing opens

UN says 20 lorries crossing Egypt border are ‘drop in the ocean’ as Unicef warns delivery of water is ‘matter of life or death’

The Independent UK

Millie Bobby Brown says she became a feminist after a visit to a psychic

After visiting a psychic, the ‘Stranger Things’ alum searched on Google: ‘How do I know if I’m a feminist?’

The Hindu

New Zealand players meet school students in Chennai under UNICEF initiative

New Zealand players met school students at Chennai’s MA Chidambaram Stadium under the UNICEF initiative. Around 58 students interacted with the Kiwi players who are getting sports training from Greater Chennai Corporation and Smart City Project Limited.

Fortune

6 reliable charities for those looking to help civilians affected by the Israel-Hamas war

These nonprofits have an international reputation or have been rated positively by Charity Navigator.

The Hindu

Kerala start-up wins UNICEF’s maiden Climate Tech Cohort Venture Fund Project

Kochi-based Equinoct wins UNICEF's Climate Tech Cohort Venture Fund Project. Aim is to invest in tech to prepare, protect, and prioritize children in climate-changed world. Equinoct's Community-sourced Impact-based Flood Forecast and Early Warning System wins recognition.

Evening Standard

Afghanistan earthquake: Over 90% of people killed were women and children, says UN

Women and children were more likely to have been at home when the quake struck in the morning, said a UN spokesperson

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