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Published on Oct 9, 2024

SNA blocks entry of displaced families from Lebanon into Aleppo

ALEPPO, Syria (North Press) – Turkish-backed armed opposition factions, aka the Syrian National Army (SNA), refused on Tuesday entry to 275 Syrian families fleeing the conflict in Lebanon. These families, originally from Aleppo Governorate, were denied …

Source: North Press Agency - Center-left
Published on Oct 9, 2024

Middle East crisis: Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu claims new Hezbollah leader Hashem Safieddine eliminated

Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu has announced that his country eliminated projected new Hezbollah leader Hashem Safieddine. He was reportedly targeted during an airstrike in Beirut. Netanyahu claimed the next person who was chosen for the task of leading …

Source: India Blooms - Center-right
Published on Oct 9, 2024

Brazilian nun awarded UN refugee prize for work with migrants

BRASILIA (Reuters) - A Brazilian nun who has helped refugees and migrants for 40 years on Wednesday won the Nansen prize awarded every year by the U.N. High Commission for Refugees for outstanding work to protect internally displaced and stateless people. …

Source: The Gazette - Colorado - Neutral
Published on Oct 9, 2024

Syrian Refugee And His 11-Month-Old Son Attacked With ‘Acid’ In Delhi's Vikaspuri

Last Updated: October 09, 2024, 10:36 IST The refugee claimed that he begged many autorickshaws to take him and his son to hospital. (Representative Image) A group of unidentified men in West Delhi allegedly threw some corrosive substance on a Syrian …

Source: News18 - Center-right
Published on Oct 9, 2024

‘Families ran for their lives’: Syria receives 250,000 refugees fleeing Lebanon

“Families I spoke with had run for their lives and have no idea what tomorrow may bring after an exhausting, dangerous journey to the border. They arrive with few means and in need of urgent relief,” UNHCR chief Mr. Grandi said, visiting the Jdeidet Yabous …

Source: UN News - Gov't Institution
Published on Oct 8, 2024

Israel expands ground operation in southern Lebanon

Israel said it has expanded its "limited, localized, targeted operations" against the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah in southern Lebanon. The military deployed thousands of additional soldiers in the region. They destroyed projectile …

Source: NHK - Public Broadcaster
Published on Oct 8, 2024

Lebanon reports over 400,000 flee to Syria in just two weeks amid escalating conflict

Lebanon has reported that over 400,000 people have fled the country to Syria in the past two weeks, as the nation grapples with escalating violence and worsening living conditions. This unprecedented mass exodus marks one of the most significant population …

Source: Middle East Monitor - Uncategorized
Published on Oct 8, 2024

What we’re watching: Weekly disaster update, October 7

We know all too well that disaster can strike anytime, anywhere in the world. Some disasters make headlines; others do not. Here at the Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP), we monitor the status of disasters worldwide and compile a list of the ones we’ …

Source: Center for Disaster Philanthropy - Label Pending
Published on Oct 8, 2024

Syrian refugee, infant son attacked with ‘acid’ in West Delhi

In West Delhi's Vikaspuri, a Syrian refugee and his infant son face acid attacks from locals opposed to their presence. The family sought refuge outside UNHCR after losing their livelihood. Rafat and his son are treated for severe burns. An NGO is …

Source: The Times of India - Center-right
Published on Oct 8, 2024

Regime and AANES conscription traps Syrians in Lebanon as thousands flee

ERBIL/HASAKAH — Abdullah Muhammad (a pseudonym) and his family arrived at the bus station in Syria’s northern Raqqa city on October 2. Nearing the end of an exhausting journey from Lebanon following days of terror under the threat of Israeli bombings, …

Source: Syria Direct - Neutral
Published on Oct 8, 2024

Longing for Home: Stories of Hope and Fear from Lebanon’s Displaced

Dana Hourany Fatima, 67, was determined not to leave her home in Nabatiah el-Fawka. Throughout the war that began on October 7, 2023, she remained steadfast, staying with her husband and four children. Everything changed on Monday, September 23, when …

Source: Fanack - Label Pending
Published on Oct 8, 2024

250,000 Lebanese people crossed to Syria amid Israeli strikes

ALBAWABA - According to UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) chief Filippo Grandi, around 250,000 refugees have crossed from Lebanon into Syria in the wake of continuous Israeli strikes. Local authorities, the Syrian Red Crescent, the United Nations, …

Source: Al Bawaba - Uncategorized
Published on Oct 8, 2024

Lebanon’s Oldest Cinema Gives Shelter To Displaced As Cultural NGO Strives To Keep People & The Arts Alive

Kassem Istanbouli has been on a mission over the past decade restoring abandoned cinema theaters and converting them into cultural hubs for marginalized communities in Lebanon. Working under the banners of NGO the Tiro Association for Arts (TAA) and his …

Source: Deadline - Neutral
Published on Oct 8, 2024

Migration crisis in the Darién: opportunities for a regional response

The growing migration crisis in Central America, symbolized by the unprecedented flow of migrants through the dangerous Darién Gap, has become a clear representation of the failures in regional governance and the increasing humanitarian challenges in …

Source: Latinoamerica21 - Center-left
Published on Oct 8, 2024

Flooding: Senate Demands Immediate Dredging Of River Niger, Benue

The senate has asked President Bola Tinubu to direct the Immediate dredging of Rivers Niger and Benue, as part of preventive methods against flooding and facilitate its inclusion into the 2025 budget. The Upper legislative chamber adopted the resolution …

Source: Channels TV - Neutral
Published on Oct 8, 2024

Uganda gets Shs28b funding to support Sudanese refugees

As Uganda continues to witness increasing numbers of Sudanese arrivals seeking safety from a war that has raged their country for more than a year, the United States on Tuesday announced $7.5 million (about Shs28b) new funding to the East African nation. …

Source: The Daily Monitor - Uncategorized
Published on Oct 8, 2024

Hopes for LGBTQ+ asylum fade as Kenya snubs 'those letters'

What’s the context? Kenya's refugee chief does not recognise persecution for sexuality or gender, raising fears of long waits for LGBTQ+ asylum seekers Refugee commissioner says LGBTQ+ persecution not criterion for asylum LGBTQ+ asylum seekers' …

Source: Context - Left-wing
Published on Oct 8, 2024

Investigation: What Happened at Buthidaung Town in Myanmar’s Rakhine State

The Arakan Army’s campaign against the State Administration Council (SAC) of the Myanmar military has triggered allegations of human rights abuses against the Rohingya Muslims in Rakhine State. The accusation against the rebel army gained traction when it …

Source: The Diplomat - Neutral
Published on Oct 8, 2024

UNAIDS response to ViiV’s announcement on increasing production of long-acting cabotegravir

GENEVA, 8 October 2024—Responding to ViiV’s announcement on long-acting cabotegravir , UNAIDS Executive Director Winnie Byanyima said: “New HIV prevention medication, in the form of a long-acting injection, could transform the lives of people who struggle …

Source: UNAIDS - Gov't Institution

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Published on October 11, 2024 - 05:00 GMT

UNHCR Press Release - UNHCR: Decade of action against statelessness brings big gains but further action needed

UNHCR: Decade of action against statelessness brings big gains but further action needed GENEVA, SWITZERLAND, October 11, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- More than half a million people around the world who were living in the shadows, deprived of …

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Published on October 9, 2024 - 05:00 GMT

UNHCR Press Release - 9 October 2024 - Five trailblazing women win UNHCR’s Nansen Refugee Awards

Five trailblazing women win UNHCR’s Nansen Refugee Awards for their life-changing work GENEVA, SWITZERLAND, October 9, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Five trailblazing women – a nun, an activist, a social entrepreneur, a volunteer aid worker, and an …

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Published on October 9, 2024 - 12:00 GMT

Polar Power Completes Installation of UNHCR Nigeria Contract

Microgrid Installation Anticipated to Reduce Fuel Costs by up to 70% with Excellent Follow-on Opportunity at other UN sites GARDENA, CA, Oct. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Polar Power, Inc. (NASDAQ: POLA)(“Polar Power”), a global provider of prime, backup, …

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Published on October 10, 2024 - 00:44 GMT

Governor Newsom announces appointments 10.9.24

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments: Jennifer Troia, of Sacramento, has been appointed Director at the California Department of Social Services. Troia has served as Chief Deputy Director at the California …

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Published on October 12, 2024 - 01:15 GMT

Call for a G7 Action Plan to Prevent and Counter the Smuggling of Migrants

Preamble We, the Interior and Security Ministers of the G7, in the context of the G7 Coalition to Prevent and Counter the Smuggling of Migrants launched by our Governments at the G7 Apulia summit as part of an approach ‘to enhance border management and …

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Published on October 12, 2024 - 11:07 GMT

Payday Loans Market Size, Share, Revenue, Trends, and Drivers For 2024-2033

The Business Research Company's Payday Loans Market Size, Share, Revenue, Trends, and Drivers For 2024-2033 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 12, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The payday loans market has also shown strong growth …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on October 12, 2024 - 11:07 GMT

Global Real Estate Loan Market Overview And Statistics For 2024-2033

The Business Research Company has updated all its market reports with the latest information for the year 2024, projecting trends and forecasts until 2033 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 11, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The real …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Companies ...
Published on October 12, 2024 - 11:07 GMT

Recurring Payments Market Size, Share, Revenue, Trends, and Drivers For 2024-2033

The Business Research Company has updated all its market reports with the latest information for the year 2024, projecting trends and forecasts until 2033 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 11, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

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Published on October 12, 2024 - 11:04 GMT

Global Retail Logistics Market Size, Share, And Growth Analysis For 2024-2033

The Business Research Company has updated all its market reports with the latest information for the year 2024, projecting trends and forecasts until 2033 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 11, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

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Published on October 12, 2024 - 11:04 GMT

Global Panty Liners Market Overview And Statistics For 2024-2033

The Business Research Company's Global Panty Liners Market Overview And Statistics For 2024-2033 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 12, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The size of the panty liners market has experienced significant …

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Published on October 12, 2024 - 11:04 GMT

Retail Banking Market Segments, Drivers, Restraints, And Trends For 2024-2033

The Business Research Company has updated all its market reports with the latest information for the year 2024, projecting trends and forecasts until 2033 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 11, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

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Published on October 12, 2024 - 11:04 GMT

Renewable Energy Insurance Global Market 2024 To Reach $22.49 Billion By 2028 At Rate Of 5.8%

The Business Research Company has updated all its market reports with the latest information for the year 2024, projecting trends and forecasts until 2033 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 11, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

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Published on October 12, 2024 - 11:04 GMT

Global Outdoor Vacation Market Size, Share And Growth Analysis For 2024-2033

The Business Research Company's Global Outdoor Vacation Market Size, Share And Growth Analysis For 2024-2033 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 12, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The outdoor vacation market has experienced rapid …

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Published on October 12, 2024 - 11:04 GMT

Restaurant Takeout Market Size, Share, Revenue, Trends And Drivers For 2024-2033

The Business Research Company has updated all its market reports with the latest information for the year 2024, projecting trends and forecasts until 2033 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 11, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

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Published on October 12, 2024 - 11:04 GMT

Global Restaurant Equipment Market Size, Share And Growth Analysis For 2024-2033

The Business Research Company has updated all its market reports with the latest information for the year 2024, projecting trends and forecasts until 2033 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 11, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

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Published on October 12, 2024 - 11:04 GMT

Refrigerated Trailer Global Market 2024 To Reach $8.60 Billion By 2028 At Rate Of 7.2%

The Business Research Company has updated all its market reports with the latest information for the year 2024, projecting trends and forecasts until 2033 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 11, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

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Published on October 12, 2024 - 11:04 GMT

Personal Finance Apps Global Market 2024 To Reach $330.12 Billion By 2028 At Rate Of 25.5%

The Business Research Company's Personal Finance Apps Global Market 2024 To Reach $330.12 Billion By 2028 At Rate Of 25.5% LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 12, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The personal finance apps market has …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on October 12, 2024 - 11:04 GMT

Global Pharmacy Repackaging Systems Market Size, Share And Growth Analysis For 2024-2033

The Business Research Company's Global Pharmacy Repackaging Systems Market Size, Share And Growth Analysis For 2024-2033 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 12, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The pharmacy repackaging systems market …

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Published on October 12, 2024 - 11:02 GMT

Pet Friendly Hotel Global Market 2024 To Reach $6.55 Billion By 2028 At Rate Of 12.4%

The Business Research Company's Pet Friendly Hotel Global Market 2024 To Reach $6.55 Billion By 2028 At Rate Of 12.4% LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 12, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The pet-friendly hotel market has expanded …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on October 12, 2024 - 11:02 GMT

Glamping Tents Market Growth Analysis with Investment Opportunities For 2024-2033

The Business Research Company has updated all its market reports with the latest information for the year 2024, projecting trends and forecasts until 2033 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 12, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

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Published on October 12, 2024 - 11:01 GMT

G.Fast Chipset Global Market 2024 To Reach $8.73 Billion By 2028 At Rate Of 27.6%

The Business Research Company has updated all its market reports with the latest information for the year 2024, projecting trends and forecasts until 2033 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 12, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The G. …

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Published on October 12, 2024 - 11:02 GMT

Pipettes, Pipettors, And Accessories Market Segments, Drivers, Restraints, And Trends For 2024-2033

The Business Research Company's Pipettes, Pipettors, And Accessories Market Segments, Drivers, Restraints, And Trends For 2024-2033 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 12, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The market for pipettes, …

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Published on October 12, 2024 - 11:02 GMT

Global Glass Tableware Market Overview And Statistics For 2024-2033

The Business Research Company has updated all its market reports with the latest information for the year 2024, projecting trends and forecasts until 2033 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 12, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The glass …

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Published on October 12, 2024 - 11:01 GMT

Geotourism Global Market 2024 To Reach $901.62 Billion By 2028 At Rate Of 6.2%

The Business Research Company has updated all its market reports with the latest information for the year 2024, projecting trends and forecasts until 2033 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 12, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

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Published on October 12, 2024 - 11:02 GMT

Pipette Market Size, Share, Revenue, Trends And Drivers For 2024-2033

The Business Research Company's Pipette Market Size, Share, Revenue, Trends And Drivers For 2024-2033 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 12, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The pipette market has grown steadily in recent years. It is …

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