MSF: Gaza in "death trap" amid Israeli offensive, calls for ceasefire intensify
Amid continued attacks, siege, and blockade, Israel is destroying conditions of life in Gaza.
Thu Dec 19 2024
In aid-starved Afghanistan, relief workers fight a forgotten hunger crisis
Nonprofit groups are trying to fill a growing humanitarian void, providing aid to destitute families.
Sun Dec 15 2024
[OPINION] Place health at the core of climate change policy
Place health at the core of climate change policy to serve the worlds most vulnerable, argues Christopher Lockyear.
Tue Nov 12 2024
The Future is Female: Frontline Midwifery - Providing Maternal Care in War-Torn Gaza
*TRIGGER WARNING: INFANT LOSS.
On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris speaks to Krystal So Hin Pui, Midwife Activity Manager with the international medical humanitarian organisation, Médecins Sans Frontières, also known as Doctors Without Borders. Krystal recently returned from a six-week humanitarian mission to the Gaza Strip to provide prenatal, antenatal and maternity care, as well as support for survivors of sexual violence.
On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris speaks to Krystal So Hin Pui, Midwife Activity Manager with the international medical humanitarian organisation, Médecins Sans Frontières, also known as Doctors Without Borders. Krystal recently returned from a six-week humanitarian mission to the Gaza Strip to provide prenatal, antenatal and maternity care, as well as support for survivors of sexual violence.
Sun Aug 04 2024
As famine looms in Sudan, the hungry eat soil and leaves
Nearly five million people in the country are close to famine as Sudan's civil war passes the one-year mark.
Sun May 12 2024
INSIGHT - Millions of Sudanese go hungry as war disrupts food supply
People venturing out from their homes in a desperate search for food at the risk of being hit by artillery shells.
Sat Mar 16 2024
MSF slams US on Gaza at UN, says children as young as 5 want to die
Children who do survive this war will not only bear the visible wounds of traumatic injuries, but the invisible ones too, said MSF.
Fri Feb 23 2024
[COLUMNIST]: Are we ready for the next emergency?
2023 has been marked by many humanitarian crises.Paul McPhun, Director for South-East & East Asia Pacific, MSF shares his thoughts
Mon Jan 01 2024
[COLUMNIST] Doctors Without Borders calls on governments to take action to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza
Though the recent truce is the first sign of humanity after weeks of relentless violence, it is by no means a solution of any kind.
Mon Dec 04 2023
'A war for life of our child': Health crisis spills out of Ukraine conflict
WHO is warning that the exodus raises the spectre of a regional health catastrophe on top of the huge toll in death and destruction.
Tue Mar 08 2022
Doctors Without Borders workers kidnapped in Yemen - Sources
The security source said the employees were a German and a Mexican and were taken from their car by gunmen.
Sun Mar 06 2022
Pfizer offers 40 mln COVID shots to poorer countries at cost
Pfizer chairman Albert Bourla says developing countries should have "the same access to vaccines as the rest of the world".
Sat Jan 23 2021
Push to bring coronavirus vaccines to the poor faces trouble
Rich countries have locked up most of the worlds potential vaccine supply through 2021.
Thu Oct 01 2020
COVID-19: Fear still exists among refugees to undergo test
The fear of being reported to Immigration services has deterred many refugees from seeking proper and timely treatment, Doctors Without Borders.
Fri Mar 27 2020
#ClimateEmergency: Let's be clear, you're pointless
All these toxic people, both on the streets and behind their laptops throwing shades at those who are trying to do something for the planet.
Mon Sep 23 2019
China's Lunar New Year travel rush: World's biggest annual migration
This year's travel rush comes as China extended the official Spring Festival break by one day to eight days.
Sun Jan 19 2025
Experts warn against children snoring during sleep
Some may think that snoring is a common occurrence during sleep and does not require treatment.
Sun Jan 19 2025
Younger workers more likely to suffer burnout as generation gap grows
There's a need to rebuild bridges and open up conversations on changing attitudes and expectations around work, says Brian Dow.
Sun Jan 19 2025
INSIGHT - How bond vigilantes could check Trump's power
As Donald Trump takes office on January 20, concerns over bond vigilantes in the US have resurfaced, according to several market experts.
Sun Jan 19 2025
Trump look-alike sings to sell pudding in Pakistan
A food vendor who locals say bears an uncanny resemblance to US President-elect Donald Trump gets more business and attention than others.
Sun Jan 19 2025
Tokyo museum offers visitors 'flashback' to defunct technology
From Betacam videotapes to floppy disks and vintage Sony devices, the museum is a showcase for old cameras and telecom equipment.
Sun Jan 19 2025
Australian scientists discover bigger species of deadly funnel web spiders
Sscientists say, the "Big Boy" would be classified as a separate species of funnel-web spider.
Sun Jan 19 2025
Biden or Trump can still rescue TikTok; here's how
So how could Trump or Biden prevent TikTok from going dark?
Sat Jan 18 2025
Africa's youth protests: A storm brewing for 2025?
Africa sees a wave of youth-led protests fuelled by frustrations over rampant corruption, poor governance, high living costs, unemployment.
Sat Jan 18 2025
Rocking the cradle: Embracing pregnancy after 40
Age is no longer a barrier for Malaysian women to embrace motherhood, thanks to advancements in fertility treatments.
Sat Jan 18 2025