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China tops list of countries trying to silence exiled dissidents over past decade, study shows

Russia, Turkey and Egypt also among worst perpetrators of transnational repression around the globe

The Guardian - UK · Feb 12, 2025

Nearly everyone in the world breathes bad air. This is what you can do to lower your risk

Most of the world's population is exposed to polluted air and or those living in cities with chronically bad air, the smog might feel inescapable

The Independent UK · Feb 12, 2025

US aid freeze sets back fight against human trafficking in Cambodia

President Donald Trump’s freeze on foreign assistance has dealt a blow organizations fighting human trafficking and forced labor in Cambodia, where tens of thousands of people are held captive and forced to work in call centers running telephone scams

The Independent UK · Feb 12, 2025

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WHO Facing 'New Realities' As US Withdrawal Looms

The World Health Organization on Tuesday wrapped up its executive board meeting, held against the backdrop of the United States -- by far its largest donor -- heading for the exit.

International Business Times · Feb 11, 2025

Thousands of displaced people are stranded in eastern Congo as rebels are accused of forced return

The U.N. says more than 110,000 displaced people have in recent days left settlement camps in eastern Congo’s cities controlled by Rwanda-backed rebels after the rebels were accused of forced camp closures

The Independent UK · Feb 11, 2025

UN Experts Condemn Trump's Plan To 'Take Over' Gaza

UN experts condemn Trump's plan to relocate Palestinians from Gaza, warning of violations of international law and potential global consequences.

‘Outraged’: WFP says staff member died while detained in northern Yemen

Agency confirms death of staffer a day after UN pauses operations in northern Yemen due to Houthi detentions.

Al Jazeera · Feb 11, 2025

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At Least $53 Billion Needed To Rebuild Gaza, UN Estimates

More than $53 billion will be required to rebuild Gaza and end the "humanitarian catastrophe" that has gripped the war-ravaged territory, including $20 billion in the first three years alone, the United Nations said Tuesday.

International Business Times · Feb 11, 2025

Amid the ceasefire wrangling, how popular is Hamas in Gaza now?

The group still projects a powerful presence but, after all the damage, it will need to divert blame if the truce collapses

The Guardian - UK · Feb 11, 2025

US aid freeze paralyzes NGOs working to help millions of internally displaced people in Somalia

In a desolate makeshift camp on the fringes of Somalia’s capital, tens of thousands of internally displaced people sit under the baking sun not sure if they can have access to food rations and medication following U.S. President Donald Trump’s decree to freeze most of his country’s foreign aid

The Independent UK · Feb 11, 2025

Rwanda-backed M23 fighters resume attacks in DR Congo after two-day pause

Fighters continue advancing on South Kivu province despite ceasefire calls from regional leaders.

Al Jazeera · Feb 11, 2025

Middle East latest: Hamas brushes off Trump and says all parties must commit to ceasefire

Hamas has brushed off President Donald Trump’s threat that “all hell” will break out if it does not release the remaining hostages held in Gaza by Saturday

The Independent UK · Feb 11, 2025

Sudan scene of world’s worst humanitarian crisis: African Union

Conflict hampering delivery of aid to a population suffering attacks and threat of famine.

Al Jazeera · Feb 11, 2025

WHO launches plan for free child cancer medicines in low-income countries

The World Health Organization launched on Tuesday a new platform providing cost-free cancer medicines for thousands of children living in low- and middle-income countries, in a bid to improve lagging survival rates.

Radio France Internationale · Feb 11, 2025

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The Independent UK · Feb 11, 2025

Israel-Gaza latest: Four freed Palestinians in ‘critical condition’ as Hamas releases hostages in ceasefire

Hamas agreed to release hostages following threats from US president Donald Trump and Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu

Radio France Internationale · Feb 11, 2025

Why the African continent has a role to play in developing AI

Heads of state, top government officials, and scientists from around 100 countries have gathered in Paris for a two-day international summit on developing artificial intelligence (AI). Decisions are expected to be reached on AI's real-world impact and how to take it forward together. The African continent has an important role…

Al Jazeera · Feb 11, 2025

UN suspends operations in Yemen’s Houthi stronghold after staff detained

The UN said the ‘extraordinary and temporary measure’ was taken to ensure the safety and security of its personnel.

International Business Times · Feb 11, 2025

Playgrounds Come Alive Again With Brazil School Phone Ban

In Rio de Janeiro, children are playing again "like in the old days," and their focus in class has improved after a school cellphone ban pioneered in the city that has now gone national.

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International Business Times UK · Feb 11, 2025

Why Are People Boycotting Coca-Cola? And 11 Other Companies Latinos Refuse To Buy From

Coca-Cola faces boycotts for supporting Trump and Israel, prompting the Freeze Latino Movement to urge support for Latino-owned businesses.

The Independent UK · Feb 10, 2025

Trial begins for 84 Congolese soldiers accused of murder, rape and other crimes against civilians

The trial of 84 Congolese soldiers accused of murder, rape and other crimes against civilians in the country’s conflict-battered east has begun

The Independent UK · Feb 10, 2025

Most nations miss deadline for plans to fight climate change. UN says take your time to do it right

Nearly 200 nations faced a Monday deadline to file what the United Nations’ climate chief calls “among the most important policy documents governments will produce this century."

The Independent UK · Feb 10, 2025

Volunteers are now tracking what's already been lost in the USAID freeze

A growing number of people and groups in the international development ecosystem have stepped forward to track the widespread impacts of the freeze on U.S. foreign aid

Radio France Internationale · Feb 10, 2025

World powers fail to reach climate targets as UN deadline passes

As the deadline for submitting updated carbon reduction targets passed on Monday, the majority of nations – including major emitters such as China, India, and the EU – missed the cut-off point, reflecting the ongoing difficulties of international cooperation regarding climate change.

The Guardian - US · Feb 10, 2025

Trump says Palestinians will have no right of return to Gaza under his plan

People will have ‘no alternative’ but to leave territory after destruction left by Israel, US president said in Fox interview

Al Jazeera · Feb 10, 2025

Trump says no right of return for Palestinians under his Gaza proposal

Asked whether Palestinians would be allowed to return to Gaza under his plan, US president says, ‘No, they wouldn’t.’

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