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UK Aid Cuts Weaken Global Influence

The UK's dramatic reduction in international aid spending is damaging Britain's reputation and undermining its diplomatic power on the world stage, experts warn.

Bosnian village remembers 19 flood victims one year on

A small Bosnian village solemnly remembers the 19 victims of catastrophic flooding and a devastating landslide that struck exactly one year ago, forever changing their community.

Indonesia School Collapse: Death Toll Hits 14

Tragedy deepens in Indonesia as emergency crews recover more victims from collapsed school building, with search operations continuing for missing persons amid growing community anguish.

WFP halts Somalia food aid after massive theft uncovered

The World Food Programme suspends aid operations in Somalia following the discovery of large-scale food theft, leaving vulnerable populations at risk as investigations begin.

UN's Gaza Aid Catastrophe: Relief Blocked as Crisis Deepens

Exclusive investigation reveals how UN bureaucracy and failed coordination created a 'humanitarian parking lot' with lifesaving supplies stranded while Gaza faces desperate shortages.

Greta Thunberg joins Gaza aid flotilla mission

Climate activist Greta Thunberg joins humanitarian mission to break Gaza blockade, drawing international attention to the humanitarian crisis amid ongoing conflict.

Taiwan's great flood clean-up: community unites to rebuild

In an extraordinary display of community spirit, thousands of volunteers from all walks of life descended on a devastated Taiwanese town to help clear the wreckage left by catastrophic flooding.

A devastating 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck the Philippines overnight, collapsing buildings including nightclubs and homes while people slept. The catastrophic tremor has left at least 60 dead and hundreds injured in one of the deadliest seismic events

01/10/2025 03:54

Greta Thunberg Joins Gaza Aid Flotilla Defying Blockade

Climate activist Greta Thunberg has joined the 'Sumud' aid flotilla challenging Israel's Gaza blockade. Follow live tracking and updates as international activists attempt to deliver humanitarian aid.

Super Typhoon Ragasa Aftermath: Philippines Devastation

Exclusive aerial footage shows catastrophic damage across Philippine communities as Super Typhoon Ragasa leaves trail of destruction, with rescue operations underway.

Outrage: Surge in Attacks on Aid Workers Must End

Exclusive analysis reveals an alarming escalation in violent assaults against aid workers globally. This is a crisis of humanity that demands urgent international attention and action.

UK Aid Cuts to Ukraine Are 'Gift to Putin' - Shapps

Defence Secretary Grant Shapps has issued a stark warning that the UK's drastic cuts to military aid for Ukraine represent a dangerous 'gift' to Vladimir Putin, undermining the fight against Russian aggression and risking global security.

UK Minister Defends Ghana Aid Cuts in Tense Accra Meeting

UK Development Minister Jenny Chapman confronted Ghanaian officials over aid dependency during a heated meeting in Accra, defending controversial aid reductions amid growing diplomatic tensions.

Exclusive report from Gaza reveals the deepening humanitarian catastrophe, with critical infrastructure collapse and unprecedented civilian suffering demanding urgent international attention.

17/09/2025 20:11

KC: Legal Aid Reform 'Astonishing Act of Self-Harm'

In a scathing critique, Thomas Ross KC warns that removing specialist criminal barristers from the Legal Aid Agency's advisory panel is a catastrophic move that will undermine fair trials and worsen the crisis in the UK's justice system.

Epileptic Seizure First Aid: Study Reveals Lifesaving Steps

Groundbreaking UK research challenges old first aid advice for epileptic seizures, revealing the crucial actions that can save a life and the common myth that puts people at risk.

Disaster Survivors Face Dual Trauma and PTSD Crisis

Exclusive: Survivors of Puerto Rico's earthquakes and Hawaii's Maui wildfires face severe PTSD and mental health crises, with experts warning of long-term psychological devastation.

Taliban's Female Aid Worker Ban Hinders Quake Relief

A major earthquake in Afghanistan has triggered a humanitarian crisis, with the Taliban's prohibition on women aid workers critically obstructing UN and NGO efforts to deliver vital assistance to the most vulnerable survivors.

Bali Flood Disaster: Nine Dead, Australians Trapped

Exclusive report from Bali as catastrophic flooding claims nine lives, leaving Australian holidaymakers stranded amidst devastating landslides and submerged streets. Eyewitness accounts reveal the terror.

A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake and relentless aftershocks have devastated western Afghanistan, killing more than 2,400 people and flattening entire villages in one of the deadliest seismic events in the country's recent history.

05/09/2025 03:35

Trump axes Ukraine security aid amid impeachment crisis

In a bombshell move, Donald Trump has ordered the freezing of vital US security aid to Ukraine, a decision at the heart of the impeachment inquiry shaking Westminster and the White House.

Australia's Climate and Disaster Preparedness Overhaul

Exclusive interview with Federal Emergency Management Minister Kristy McBain on Australia's ambitious new climate targets and the critical reforms to national disaster preparedness.

A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake has struck western Afghanistan, just days after a previous quake devastated the same region. The death toll has soared past 2,000, with rescue efforts hampered by remote terrain and damaged infrastructure.

04/09/2025 16:24

The Taliban government has dramatically revised the death toll from a devastating earthquake in eastern Afghanistan, with thousands feared dead and villages completely destroyed. International aid faces significant logistical and political challenges.

04/09/2025 12:34

Pakistan Floods: 50,000+ Forced to Flee Homes in Punjab

Emergency declared in Pakistan's Punjab province as catastrophic flooding displaces over 50,000 residents. Authorities race against time with rescue operations amid destroyed infrastructure and widespread devastation.

Congo Floods: Over 200 Dead in Catastrophic Landslides

Devastating floods and landslides in eastern Congo have resulted in a tragic loss of life, with scores injured and critical infrastructure destroyed. International aid efforts are mobilising.

Democrats Pressure Biden Over Gaza Humanitarian Crisis

A coalition of over 40 Democrat lawmakers has issued a stark letter to President Biden, urging the swift establishment of a dedicated foundation to bypass aid blockades and get vital humanitarian assistance into Gaza, signalling growing party unrest over

Cumberbatch Leads Star-Studded Palestine Concert at Wembley

A-list celebrities including Benedict Cumberbatch and Steve Coogan unite at Wembley Arena for humanitarian aid concert supporting Palestine. Event organised by War Child UK and Medical Aid for Palestinians.

Afghanistan Quake Death Toll Hits 900 - Taliban Pleads for Aid

A devastating 6.1 magnitude earthquake in eastern Afghanistan has killed over 900 people, with the Taliban government issuing a rare appeal for international assistance as rescue efforts continue.

Sudan Landslide Kills 1,000; One Sole Survivor Found

A devastating landslide has obliterated an entire village in southern Sudan, claiming an estimated 1,000 lives. A lone survivor has been found as rescue efforts face immense challenges in the remote region.