UN underlines commitment to support communities affected by Syria-Turkiye earthquakes

UN underlines commitment to support communities affected by Syria-Turkiye earthquakes

UNDP Administrator Achim Steiner was among officials from across the UN system who participated in an international donors’ conference to support the two countries, held in Brussels on Monday. The UN is “committed to step up and deploy our assets across the development and humanitarian spheres to stand with; and deliver for communities in Türkiye…

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UN ramps up aid as millions affected in cyclone Freddy’s wake

UN ramps up aid as millions affected in cyclone Freddy’s wake

The UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) said millions of children are at risk amid cholera outbreaks in Malawi and Mozambique. Both countries face flooding and damage caused by the cyclone, leading to death, displacement, and the devastation of infrastructure and social services. The after-effects have crippled access to health and other basic services. Risks are rising…

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Let children play freely otherwise mental health may be affected

Let children play freely otherwise mental health may be affected

Children should have the freedom to play freely and explore their world by themselves, otherwise they may suffer from various mental disorders. Photo: File Florida: Depression and mental disorders are currently at their highest levels among school children and adolescents in the United States. According to scientists, it is now important not to impose unnecessary…

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Due to snow, flights at Bristol Airport are suspended, Heathrow and Gatwick are also affected

Due to snow, flights at Bristol Airport are suspended, Heathrow and Gatwick are also affected

Flights have been suspended at Bristol Airport in the UK due to snowfall. According to a media report from London, flights at Bristol Airport will remain suspended until 11 am. Media reports have stated that snow removal from the runway at Bristol Airport is underway. According to media reports, the transport system is affected due…

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UNICEF appeals for support for children affected by Türkiye earthquakes

UNICEF appeals for support for children affected by Türkiye earthquakes

Afshan Khan, UNICEF Regional Director for Europe and Central Asia, briefed journalists in Geneva on her recent visit to the region, where she saw first-hand some of the destruction.  “Children in Türkiye are at risk of developing anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder; they need to be able to resume their education, and they urgently…

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Ukraine: UN appeals for $5.6 billion to help millions affected by relentless conflict

Ukraine: UN appeals for $5.6 billion to help millions affected by relentless conflict

The situation for many in Ukraine remains desperate, amid “relentless” shelling of civilian targets and infrastructure, the UN’s Emergency Relief Coordinator, Martin Griffiths, told journalists in Geneva. Humanitarian funding is needed to continue supporting lifesaving aid convoy deliveries to communities on the front line, “into areas of great danger and difficulty and priority needs”, said…

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