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Published on 00:32 GMT

Rohingyas: A dark year at sea with a record number of deaths and disappearances

Nearly 900 Rohingya refugees died or went missing in 2025 while attempting to cross the sea in Southeast Asia, according to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). This figure makes last year the deadliest year ever recorded on this …

Source: Entrevue - Indeterminate
Published on 03:16 GMT

Nearly 900 Rohingya dead or missing at sea in one year: UN

Approximately 900 Rohingya died or went missing while crossing the Andaman Sea and the Bay of Bengal in 2025, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has reported. A UNHCR spokesperson, Babar Baloch, provided this information to AFP. At …

Source: Views Bangladesh - Neutral
Published on Apr 17, 2026

900 Rohingyas dead, missing in shipwrecks in 2025: UN

Agence France-Presse . Geneva, Switzerland 18 April, 2026, 01:25 The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees on Friday said that nearly 900 Rohingya refugees were reported missing or dead in the Andaman Sea and Bay of Bengal in 2025, making it the …

Source: New Age Bangladesh - Left-wing
Published on 01:36 GMT

Record number of Rohingya died at sea last year, UNHCR says

A Rohingya refugee carries a child, wearing a hat, while walking along a road inside a refugee camp at Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh.—Reuters GENEVA: Nearly 900 Rohingya refugees were reported missing or dead in the Andaman Sea and Bay of Bengal last year, …

Source: Dawn - Center-left
Published on 03:28 GMT

Nearly 900 Rohingya Refugees Died At Sea In 2025: UNHCR

Nearly 900 Rohingya refugees were reported missing or dead in the Andaman Sea and Bay of Bengal in 2025, making it the deadliest year on record for the route, the United Nations refugee agency said on Friday. More than one in seven of the estimated 6,500 …

Source: StratNews Global - Indeterminate
Published on Apr 17, 2026

Record number of Rohingya refugees died at sea last year, UNHCR says

The United Nations refugee agency has revealed that nearly 900 Rohingya refugees were reported dead or missing in the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea in 2025. This was the deadliest year on record for maritime movements in South and South East Asia, and …

Source: Yahoo News - Center-left
Published on Apr 17, 2026

2025 deadliest year for Rohingya sea journeys: UNHCR

Nearly 900 Rohingya refugees have been reported missing or dead in the Andaman Sea and Bay of Bengal in 2025, according to the data from UNHCR, the UN refugee agency. It is the deadliest year on record for maritime movements in South and South-East Asia …

Source: BDNews24 - Indeterminate
Published on Apr 17, 2026

Record number of Rohingya refugees died at sea in 2025: UNHCR

Some 5,000 Rohingya refugees are believed to have drowned at sea over approximately the last decade. “This makes, sadly, the Andaman Sea and the Bay of Bengal an unmarked graveyard for thousands of desperate Rohingya refugees,” said UNHCR spokesperson …

Source: UN News - Gov't Institution
Published on Apr 17, 2026

Rohingya sea crossings hit record death toll in 2025, UNHCR says

Nearly 900 Rohingya refugees reported missing or dead in the Andaman Sea, Bay of BengalLocals evacuate Rohingya refugees from a boat that came ashore on the north coast of Indonesia's Sumatra island in June 2020. PHOTO: REUTERS Nearly 900 Rohingya …

Source: The Express Tribune - Indeterminate
Published on Apr 16, 2026

Six arrested in Bangladesh over boat sinking in Andaman Sea

DHAKA: Families were frantically searching for news of their relatives on Wednesday after a boat carrying about 280 Rohingya refugees and Bangladeshi migrants capsized in the Andaman Sea earlier this month. Bangladesh police said on Wednesday they had …

Source: Dawn - Center-left
Published on Apr 16, 2026

U.S. to add thousands of troops in Middle East; Israel continues to batter Lebanon, Gaza; Four killed in yet another ...

Mediators reportedly move closer to extending U.S.-Iran ceasefire. President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance comment on war and ceasefire negotiations. President Masoud Pezeshkian says Iran seeks dialogue. U.S will send thousands more troops to …

Source: Drop Site - Center-left
Published on Apr 16, 2026

Families frantically searching for relatives after boat carrying Rohingya refugees sinks

Rachel Begum (L), who was rescued from a capsized boat sits inside her shelter at a refugee camp in Ukhia, in Bangladesh's Cox's Bazar. A boat carrying 280 Rohingya refugees and Bangladeshi migrants capsized in the Andaman Sea. Bangladeshi …

Source: News24 - Neutral
Published on Apr 15, 2026

At least 250 Rohingya, Bangladesh migrants missing after boat sinks

Hundreds of Rohingya and Bangladeshi migrants and refugees were missing, feared dead, after their boat sank in the Andaman Sea as they attempted to reach Malaysia. Photo courtesy of Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency/EPA-EFE April 15 (UPI) -- As …

Source: United Press International (UPI) - Neutral
Published on 04:23 GMT

Rohingya sea crossings claim nearly 900 lives in 2025, UN says

GENEVA, April 17 — Last year was the deadliest on record for Rohingya refugees fleeing by sea, with deaths continuing to soar in 2026, the UN said Friday, after hundreds were lost in a shipwreck earlier this month. “In 2025, nearly 900 Rohingya refugees …

Source: Malay Mail - Neutral
Published on Apr 14, 2026

Around 250 missing after refugee boat capsizes in Andaman Sea: UN agencies

GENEVA, April 14 (Xinhua) -- About 250 people are missing after a boat carrying refugees capsized in the Andaman Sea, according to a joint statement released Tuesday by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and the International …

Source: Xinhua News Agency - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Apr 16, 2026

Hundreds missing after boat sinks in Andaman Sea

DHAKA: Families were frantically searching for news of their relatives on Wednesday after a boat carrying about 280 Rohingya refugees and Bangladeshi migrants capsized in the Andaman Sea earlier this month. The boat, which left the southern Bangladeshi …

Source: Kuwait Times - Pro-Government
Published on Apr 14, 2026

Nearly 250 Missing After Rohingya Boat Capsizes, UN Agencies Issue Urgent Call for Global Action

A joint statement released Tuesday by United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and International Organization for Migration confirmed that approximately 250 people were reported missing after a vessel carrying Rohingya refugees and Bangladeshi …

Source: Business Upturn - Neutral
Published on Apr 15, 2026

UNHCR warns 250 Bangladeshis and Rohingya missing in the Andaman Sea

Today’s headlines: Pakistan continues diplomatic efforts to facilitate another round of negotiations between the United States and Iran, while delegations from Lebanon and Israel met in Washington. Vietnamese President To Lam is in China. Indonesia is …

Source: Asia News - Center-right
Published on Apr 14, 2026

Migrant boat from Bangladesh carrying over 250 sinks en route to Malaysia

A boat carrying more than 250 Rohingya and Bangladeshi migrants sank after departing from Bangladesh’s Cox’s Bazar for Malaysia, a police official said Tuesday. The report has come to light after a Bangladeshi vessel rescued nine people from the Indian …

Source: Daily Sabah - Gov't Propaganda

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Published on April 16, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Harvard University–Boston University Climate and Health Platform Lists Lead Service Line Replacement Cost Calculator

CHICAGO, April 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Environmental & Public Health International® (EPHI) announced that its Lead Service Line Replacement Cost Calculator® (LSLRCC) has been included in a national climate and health educational resource …

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Published on April 8, 2026 - 10:05 GMT

Minister Leon Schreiber welcomes Cabinet approval of revised White Paper on citizenship, immigration and refugee ...

The Minister of Home Affairs, Dr Leon Schreiber, has welcomed Cabinet’s approval of the Revised White Paper on Citizenship, Immigration and Refugee Protection. Cabinet approval followed after an extensive programme of public consultation undertaken by the …

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Published on April 3, 2026 - 23:20 GMT

Tinsel News Launches Investigative Series on Sudan Crisis and Global Critical Mineral Supply Chains

Independent News Publication Examines How 33.7 Million Person Humanitarian Catastrophe Connects to Geopolitical Race for Minerals Powering Green Energy NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tinsel News has launched " …

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Published on April 2, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Cleveland CLASH Integrates Lead Service Line Planning Tool into Public Health Resources

CHICAGO, April 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Environmental & Public Health International® (EPHI) announced that Cleveland Lead Advocacy for Safe Housing (CLASH) has incorporated EPHI’s Lead Service Line Replacement Cost Calculator® (LSLRCC) into its …

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Published on April 2, 2026 - 10:54 GMT

AIDA Country Report on the United Kingdom – Update on 2025

|Published on: 2nd April 2026|Categories: News| The updated AIDA Country Report on the United Kingdom provides a detailed overview on legislative and practice-related developments in asylum procedures, reception conditions, detention of asylum applicants …

Distribution channels: Politics
Published on April 1, 2026 - 15:31 GMT

AIDA Country Report on Ukraine – Update on 2025

|Published on: 1st April 2026|Categories: News| The updated AIDA Country Report on Ukraine provides a detailed overview on legislative and practice-related developments in asylum procedures, reception conditions, detention of asylum applicants and content …

Distribution channels: Politics
Published on March 31, 2026 - 11:48 GMT

Swedish Foundation Plans to Build Schools in Gaza Amid Education Crisis

(MENAFN) The Swedish Akelius Foundation announced plans to construct 400 schools in Gaza, where over 650,000 children have lacked access to education for the past two years following the destruction of 97% of the territory’s school facilities. The …

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Published on March 31, 2026 - 05:10 GMT

Deputy Minister Alvin Botes: Debate in Parliament

Speech by Deputy Minister Alvin Botes during a debate in Parliament entitled, “The role South Africa can play in advancing its human rights ethos by supporting the global campaign for the immediate release of Venezuelan Parliamentary Leader Cilia Flores …

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Published on April 17, 2026 - 21:09 GMT

When the World Stops, Farmers Don’t: Kisaan Parivar Highlights Agriculture as the Foundation of Life-Dr. Bhupal Nanavath

When the World Stops, Farmers Don’t - The Truth About Agriculture Nobody Can Ignore HYDERABAD, TELANGANA, INDIA, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At a time when global systems are increasingly shaped by uncertainty, disruption, and rapid …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on April 17, 2026 - 14:19 GMT

YWO to Launch New Digital Affiliate Program in May

Three payout models. One platform. A structured approach for affiliate partnerships . COMOROS, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- YWO, a multi-licensed broker focused on trading services and partnership development, today announced that its …

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Published on April 17, 2026 - 13:31 GMT

MIRhosting strengthens internal expertise in GDPR, compliance and customer due diligence

MIRhosting strengthens internal expertise in GDPR, compliance and customer due diligence AMSTERDAM, NORTH HOLLAND, NETHERLANDS, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MIRhosting has further expanded its internal knowledge and capabilities in the …

Distribution channels: Electronics Industry, IT Industry ...
Published on April 17, 2026 - 13:21 GMT

Kishkinda University Advances Its Academic Direction in AI & Data Science with DASCA Accreditation

KARNATAKA, INDIA, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kishkinda University has been awarded accreditation by the Data Science Council of America (DASCA), for its academic programs in artificial intelligence and data science, underscoring its …

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Published on April 17, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Wesley Paterson Launches Debut Leadership Book The Hero's Rope on April 17, 2026

Award-winning consultant Wesley Paterson, CMC, reveals why hero culture is destroying teams and how leaders can build self-reliant organizations. NY, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wesley Paterson, CMC, internationally …

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Published on April 17, 2026 - 12:37 GMT

Mini Data Centers Market Trends, Investment Opportunities, and Growth Analysis Through 2033 Featuring Huawei, Vertiv

Mini Data Centers Market is estimated to be valued at USD 6.69 Bn in 2026 and is expected to reach USD 12.79 Bn by 2033, growing CAGR of 9.7% from 2026 to 2033 BURLINGAME, CA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Mini Data …

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Published on April 17, 2026 - 12:37 GMT

Application Centric Infrastructure Market Set to Boom Rapidly, Witnessing Strong Growth Through 2033 | Fujitsu Ltd

Application Centric Infrastructure Market is estimated valued USD 6.85 Bn in 2026 and expected USD 17.36 Bn by 2033, growing at CAGR of 14.2% from 2026 to 2033 BURLINGAME, CA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Coherent Market Insights …

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Published on April 17, 2026 - 12:13 GMT

Paul Robeson House & Museum Celebrates 128th Birthday with Milestone Event Honoring 50 Years of Legacy and Impact

Paul Robeson House & Museum Celebrates 128th Birthday with Milestone Event Honoring 50 Years of Legacy and Impact PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Paul Robeson House & Museum will host a special evening …

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Published on April 17, 2026 - 11:14 GMT

Landmark Lancet Study Demonstrates Safety and Efficacy of Magnetic Seizure Therapy in Depression

FARUM, DENMARK, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MagVenture, a global provider of non-invasive neuromodulation solutions, today marks the publication of a landmark randomized clinical trial evaluating Magnetic Seizure Therapy (MST) for the …

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Published on April 17, 2026 - 10:45 GMT

Public Transport at the Heart of Tomorrow’s Cities

Marking the Inaugural World Public Transport Day on 17 April 2026: A Keolis Vision for Smart, Human-Centered Mobility DUBAI, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On 17 April 2026, the world marks a defining moment …

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Published on April 17, 2026 - 10:00 GMT

Minetek earns 2026 Great Place To Work Certification™ across Australia, the United States and the Philippines

Minetek achieves Great Place To Work Certification™ in Australia, the United States and the Philippines, reflecting a high-performance, people-first culture. SYDNEY, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Minetek is …

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Published on April 17, 2026 - 05:53 GMT

At U.N. Youth Forum Side Event, Speakers Urge Trusted Data and Responsible AI for Verifiable ESG Delivery

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Speakers at an official side event of the 2026 U.N. Economic and Social Council Youth Forum called for trusted data, responsible artificial intelligence and auditable delivery …

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Published on April 17, 2026 - 05:29 GMT

At U.N. Youth Forum Side Event, Speakers Call for Culturally Responsive Leadership and AI-Enabled ESG Resilience

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- April 14, 2026 — Speakers at an official side event of the 2026 U.N. Economic and Social Council Youth Forum called for culturally responsive leadership, stronger youth action and …

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Published on April 16, 2026 - 23:43 GMT

Emanuell Charis: Neue Beobachtungen zeigen, warum Frauen sich von bestimmten Gesprächsdynamiken stärker angezogen fühlen

Aktuelle Beobachtungen aus Gesprächen deuten darauf hin, dass bestimmte Verhaltensmuster bei Männern nachhaltige Wirkung auf Frauen haben können. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hinweise aus unabhängigen …

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Published on April 16, 2026 - 23:30 GMT

Three-Volume Treatise on Synthetic Intelligence Now Available Worldwide

George Bancs’ Syncyclopedia of Synthanity is being called the first comprehensive intellectual framework for the age of physical AI. ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an era of rapid AI development, one …

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Published on April 16, 2026 - 19:09 GMT

Enkrypt AI Launches ClawPatrol: Gateway-Level AI Security for OpenClaw Agents

Industry's first three-layer security plugin enforces protection at the gateway — where the model cannot interfere BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Enkrypt AI, named a Gartner Cool Vendor in AI Security 2025, …

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Published on April 16, 2026 - 18:27 GMT

Announcing the 2026 Festival of Music and 23rd Washington International Piano Artists Competition for Non-Professionals

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, the Washington International Piano Arts Council (WIPAC), a cultural mainstay in the capital for the past quarter-century, announced the dates of its 2026 Festival of Music and …

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Published on April 16, 2026 - 16:30 GMT

Regional shipping networks gain as global trade routes realign

New Report maps how shifting trade flows are redrawing maritime competitiveness across the Red Sea, Strait of Hormuz, Arabian Gulf and beyond RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global trade disruption and realignment are …

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Published on April 16, 2026 - 15:52 GMT

Health Partners International Canada Celebrates Volunteers at Appreciation Tea April 23 in Oakville

Izzy Doll crafters and humanitarian volunteers to be honoured during National Volunteer Week April 19 to 25 OAKVILLE, ON, CANADA, April 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This National Volunteer Week, Health Partners International Canada (HPIC) will honour …

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Published on April 16, 2026 - 15:24 GMT

New Travel Data Shows Gradual Recovery in Puerto Vallarta Tourism Following February Disruption

Industry observations highlight shifting traveler behavior, reduced booking activity, and increased focus on privacy and support. PUERTO VALLARTA, JALISCO, MEXICO, April 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New travel data indicates a gradual recovery …

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