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Myanmar refugees face sudden discharge from Thai hospitals shuttered by US aid freeze

Myanmar refugees face sudden discharge from Thai hospitals shuttered by US aid freeze

The health facilities on the border serve tens of thousands of refugees from conflict-torn Myanmar.
Wed Jan 29 2025
Trump administration canceling flights for nearly 1,660 Afghan refugees, say US official, advocate

Trump administration canceling flights for nearly 1,660 Afghan refugees, say US official, advocate

The US decision also leaves in limbo thousands of other Afghans who have been approved for resettlement as refugees in the US.
Tue Jan 21 2025
Over half a million ‘TikTok refugees’ flock to China's RedNote

Over half a million ‘TikTok refugees’ flock to China's RedNote

New users are piling into the Chinese social media app RedNote just days before a proposed US ban on the popular social media app TikTok.
Wed Jan 15 2025
Malaysia doubles patrols to find Myanmar migrant boats after nearly 200 detained

Malaysia doubles patrols to find Myanmar migrant boats after nearly 200 detained

In recent years, Malaysia has turned away boats carrying Rohingya refugees and rounded up thousands in crowded detention centres.
Sat Jan 04 2025
[COLUMNIST] Refugees and Radicalisation: Addressing Malaysia’s overlooked security risks

[COLUMNIST] Refugees and Radicalisation: Addressing Malaysia’s overlooked security risks

Almost 200,000 refugees in Malaysia face significant socio-economic challenges that heighten their vulnerability to radicalisation.
Fri Jan 03 2025
Syrian exodus reveals fears of some behind the joy of many

Syrian exodus reveals fears of some behind the joy of many

While many focus on Syrian refugees returning after Assad's 50-year rule ends, not everyone feels welcome in the new Syria.
Sun Dec 22 2024
Gaza facing most intense bombings since WWII: UN agency

Gaza facing most intense bombings since WWII: UN agency

UNRWA highlights "the plight of the Palestine refugees," noting that it "remains the longest unresolved refugee crisis in the world."
Sun Dec 01 2024
Ukraine, marking 1,000 days of Russian invasion, eyes end to war next year

Ukraine, marking 1,000 days of Russian invasion, eyes end to war next year

Thousands of Ukrainian citizens have died, over 6 mln live as refugees abroad and population has fallen by a quarter since Russian invasion.
Tue Nov 19 2024
Israel terminates cooperation with UNRWA - Ambassador to UN

Israel terminates cooperation with UNRWA - Ambassador to UN

Israel terminates its cooperation with the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East, Israeli ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon, announced.
Mon Nov 04 2024
UN World Food Programme says it cannot replace UNRWA in Gaza

UN World Food Programme says it cannot replace UNRWA in Gaza

The World Food Programme (WFP) cannot serve as a replacement for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) in the Gaza Strip.
Sun Nov 03 2024
UNHCR calls for Indonesia to let in Rohingya stranded at sea off Aceh

UNHCR calls for Indonesia to let in Rohingya stranded at sea off Aceh

Most refugee arrivals happen between November and April, when the seas in the region are generally calmer.
Wed Oct 23 2024
Soccer team offers deprived youngsters in Hungary new chance in life

Soccer team offers deprived youngsters in Hungary new chance in life

Oltalom offers free sports programs to the poor, homeless, youth from institutions, and young refugees, promoting inclusion and support.
Sat Oct 05 2024
AWANI Tonight: 1.4 mil in Gaza did not receive food aid in Sept - UNRWA

AWANI Tonight: 1.4 mil in Gaza did not receive food aid in Sept - UNRWA

United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) says 1.4 million people in Gaza did not receive food rations in September, up from one million people in August.
Thu Oct 03 2024
Olympics - Refugee team at Games raises awareness about displacement, UN refugee chief says

Olympics - Refugee team at Games raises awareness about displacement, UN refugee chief says

The team of refugees are taking part in 12 different sports including athletics, badminton and boxing at the Olympics Games.
Mon Jul 29 2024
Consider This: Refugee Stereotypes — Origins of a Narrative

Consider This: Refugee Stereotypes — Origins of a Narrative

Where do our perceptions of refugees come from, and are they based in truth? How do these stereotypes influence refugee-related policies in Malaysia, and what steps can be taken to address negative stereotypes both in public discourse and at the policy level? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Melati Nungsari, Associate Professor of Economics at the Asia School of Business and Faculty Director at the ASEAN Research Center, and Rachel Decruz Senior Research Associate at the ASEAN Research Center, about their research on understanding refugee stereotypes. #WorldRefugeeDay
Fri Jun 21 2024
Risk of violence escalates in Myanmar's civil war as junta flags elections

Risk of violence escalates in Myanmar's civil war as junta flags elections

Myanmar's embattled ruling generals are making their most concerted effort to gain legitimacy - by pushing to hold another election.
Fri Jan 31 2025
UN rights chief seeks $500 million in 2025, warning that lives are at risk

UN rights chief seeks $500 million in 2025, warning that lives are at risk

The annual appeal is for funds beyond the allocated UN funds from member states' fees, which make up just a fraction of the office's needs.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Floods in Sabah, Sarawak: PM orders NADMA to strengthen federal, state response machinery

Floods in Sabah, Sarawak: PM orders NADMA to strengthen federal, state response machinery

PM says the primary focus at this moment is the welfare of flood victims and ensuring the safety of people in the affected areas.
Thu Jan 30 2025
Millions of Hindus take holy dip a day after fatal stampede

Millions of Hindus take "holy dip" a day after fatal stampede

Devotees take daily 'holy dips,' but on certain dates, "royal" dips are deemed more sacred, drawing larger crowds.
Thu Jan 30 2025
Trump orders agencies to scrub 'gender ideology' from contracts, websites

Trump orders agencies to scrub 'gender ideology' from contracts, websites

Federal agencies are required to "recognise women are biologically female, and men are biologically male."
Thu Jan 30 2025
US figure skaters were on board plane that crashed into Potomac River

US figure skaters were on board plane that crashed into Potomac River

US Figure Skating said athletes, coaches, and families returning from the National Development Camp were aboard the flight.
Thu Jan 30 2025
Disaster relief assets deployed to flood-affected areas in Sarawak - Ahmad Zahid

Disaster relief assets deployed to flood-affected areas in Sarawak - Ahmad Zahid

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said that, so far, more than 50 relief centres have been activated to house flood victims in the state.
Thu Jan 30 2025
Air traffic controller audio captures moments before and after Washington plane crash

Air traffic controller audio captures moments before and after Washington plane crash

The crash caught on a webcam, shows the aircraft exploding in flames and plummeting to earth after it was struck by the helicopter.
Thu Jan 30 2025
Scores feared dead in Washington after jet collides with helicopter, crashes into river

Scores feared dead in Washington after jet collides with helicopter, crashes into river

Officials gave no death toll, but Senator Roger Marshall said most, if not all, aboard the Kansas-origin flight likely died in the crash.
Thu Jan 30 2025
Tiong: Additional personnel mobilised to assist in Bintulu disaster relief efforts

Tiong: Additional personnel mobilised to assist in Bintulu disaster relief efforts

Without specifying the exact number, Bintulu MP Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said the personnel are expected to arrive tomorrow.
Thu Jan 30 2025