Haiti gangs are recruiting more child soldiers, human rights report says
Near-famine conditions push boys to pick up guns while girls are sexually abused and forced into domestic work.
Sat Oct 12 2024
Countless numbers could die in Sudan without immediate action, UN official says
Nearly 18 months have created a major internal displacement crisis, leaving over 25 million people in desperate need of food and healthcare.
Fri Oct 11 2024
Thousands flee gang killings in Haiti breadbasket town, media reports
At least 11 people were killed and dozens injured in an overnight attack in a Haitian town led by the Gran Grif gang.
Fri Oct 04 2024
Hungry Gazans face crippling price rises as war rages
A high risk of famine persists across Gaza as long as the war continues and humanitarian access is restricted.
Sun Sep 01 2024
What's behind the war that has driven Sudan to famine?
The April 2023 Sudan conflict has led to severe ethnic violence, massive displacement, and famine in parts of Darfur.
Sat Aug 31 2024
UN World Food Program launches investigation into its Sudan operations as famine spreads
World Food Program is under investigation for allegedly hiding the Sudanese army's role in obstructing aid during the ongoing war in Sudan.
Wed Aug 28 2024
Tens of thousands in Sudan risk death if world does not step up response, says IOM
IOM urges countries to step up their donations in response to the world's largest displacement crisis in Sudan.
Tue Aug 13 2024
Sudan's government denies famine exists in Darfur's Zamzam camp
An aid group said there was a risk of a severe shortage of special food designed to treat malnourished children in the camp.
Mon Aug 05 2024
Global food monitor says famine has taken hold in Sudan's Darfur
The war in Sudan and restrictions on aid deliveries have caused famine in at least one site in North Darfur.
Sun Aug 04 2024
Global hunger monitor says Sudan faces risk of famine in 14 areas
Some 755,000 people in Sudan face the most severe level of extreme hunger.
Thu Jun 27 2024
Famine watchdog projects 756,000 Sudanese face starvation in coming months
An estimated 25.6 million people face critical shortages, including more than nine million people in an emergency situation or worse.
Sun Jun 16 2024
WHO says many people in Gaza facing 'famine-like conditions'
According to WHO, there is currently no evidence that those who are most in need are receiving sufficient quantity and quality of food.
Fri Jun 14 2024
Sudan at 'imminent risk of famine', UN aid chiefs warn
Around 18 million people are already acutely hungry, including 3.6 million children who are acutely malnourished, according to a statement.
Sat Jun 01 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
Bakeries bring bread to north Gaza but hunger persists
Restoring Gaza's bakeries and ensuring a regular supply of flour, water and fuel will be crucial to stopping famine from spreading.
Sun May 05 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024