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UN investigates sexual exploitation allegations against aid workers in Chad following AP story
The United Nations in Chad has launched an internal investigation, following an Associated Press report on allegations of sexual exploitation of Sudanese refugees, including by aid workersWorld - ABC News - Yesterday -
Houthi Arrests of Yemenis on Spying Charges Alarm Diplomats and Aid Workers
The Iran-backed Houthi militia has detained dozens of Yemenis linked to the U.S. Embassy or international organizations recently.World - The New York Times - October 29 -
2024 is deadliest year for humanitarian aid workers, U.N. says
Bloodshed in the Middle East has been the single biggest cause of the 281 deaths among humanitarians globally this year, according to the U.N. Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs.Top stories - CBS News - 5 days ago -
Netanyahu aide questioned over alleged tampering with 7 October phone records
Police investigate claim that Israeli PM’s chief of staff changed recorded time of call made about Hamas attacks. A top aide of Benjamin Netanyahu has been questioned by police investigating ...World - The Guardian - November 15 -
MSF aid workers ‘heartbroken’ as charity forced to halt services in Haitian capital after repeated attacks
For the first time in over 30 years Médicins Sans Frontières halts activity leaving 2 million people in Port-au-Prince without vital healthcare. Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has said its aid ...World - The Guardian - 6 days ago -
More aid workers have been killed in 2024 than in any other year, UN says
The United Nations says more aid workers, health care staffers, delivery personnel and other humanitarians have been killed in 2024 than in any other single yearWorld - ABC News - 5 days ago -
Israeli police question Netanyahu aide over alleged October 7 call tampering
Probe comes as prime minister is already under pressure over separate investigation into leaks from his officeBusiness - Financial Times - November 15 -
Police arrest ex-Bolsonaro aide, four others, in alleged plot to kill Brazil’s Lula in coup
The arrests were the first time in the investigation that federal police mentioned a plot to kill Lula and Geraldo Alckmin, his vice-presidential choice, and stage a coup to stop him returning to ...Top stories - NBC News - November 19 -
Former Brazilian President Bolsonaro, aides indicted over alleged 2022 coup attempt
Brazil’s Federal Police have indicted former President Jair Bolsonaro and 36 other people on charges of attempting a coup to keep him in office after his electoral defeat in the 2022 electionsTop stories - ABC News - 5 days ago -
Harris huddles with Michigan workers
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Ve Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Harris courts workers in Michigan ahead of election Vice President Harris made ...Politics - The Hill - October 28 -
The struggle to get humanitarian aid into Gaza
For months, hungry Gazans have tried to rob food aid trucks, but now armed criminal gangs are looting whole convoys. Over the weekend, more than 100 aid trucks were attacked. Elizabeth Palmer ...Top stories - CBS News - 5 days ago -
Congress pushing for disaster aid deal
Click for the latest from The Hill {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Congress pushing for disaster aid deal Lawmakers are navigating partisan divides as they seek ...Politics - The Hill - Yesterday -
Georgia poll worker accused of threatening to bomb election workers
A Georgia poll worker was arrested Monday for allegedly mailing a letter threatening other poll workers with rape, a "beatdown" and a bomb threat.Politics - The Hill - November 5 -
Former Georgia poll worker indicted in bomb threats against election workers
A former Georgia poll worker has been indicted after reportedly issuing a bomb threat against election workers, the Justice Department said in a press release Wednesday. In the release, the ...Politics - The Hill - November 20 -
U.S. Workers Might Be Souring on DEI
According to a new survey from the Pew Research Center, U.S. workers are feeling “slightly more negative” about DEI efforts compared with last year.Business - Inc. - November 20 -
Are K-pop stars workers? South Korea says no
In a dispute involving band NewJeans, the government said celebrities were not entitled to the same rights as workers.Top stories - BBC News - 6 days ago -
What’s the best way to brown meat? | Kitchen aide
You need a really hot pan, no moisture and plenty of space to get the best out of your meat . Colour equals flavour, thanks to a process known as the Maillard reaction , which occurs when proteins ...World - The Guardian - October 29 -
Bill Gates criticises Budget cut to overseas aid
Hidden in the Budget was a decision not to renew a Tory-era £2.5bn top-up to the UK's overseas aid budget.Top stories - BBC News - October 31 -
FEMA grants NC's request for aid extension into January
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) granted a request from the state of North Carolina that will extend its deadline to apply for federal hurricane relief into January. FEMA announced ...Politics - The Hill - October 31 -
People Are Hooked on Costco Hearing Aids, and This Is Why
Devoted customers come for the free hearing aid cleanings and leave with full carts.Tech - The Wall Street Journal - November 2 -
The U.S. election is a make-or-break moment for aid to Ukraine
Ukrainian officials are likely watching U.S. polls with more than a touch of nervousness this week, as the vote remains too close to call.Business - CNBC - November 5 -
Starmer picks Blair aide Powell as security adviser
Jonathan Powell will replace Sir Tim Barrow, who has held the role since September 2022.Top stories - BBC News - November 8 -
These Guys Hacked AirPods to Give Their Grandmas Hearing Aids
Three technologists in India used a homemade Faraday cage and a microwave oven to get around Apple’s location blocks.Tech - Wired - November 13 -
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Volunteers enter South Africa shaft to aid miners
This week a government minister said those underground illegally would be "smoked out".Top stories - BBC News - November 15 -
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UN says gangs looted aid trucks in Gaza
United Nations agencies confirm gangs violently looted dozens of aid trucks in Gaza. And speaking from Beirut Tuesday, where meetings were taking place regarding a possible cease-fire in the ...Top stories - CBS News - November 19 -
How gangsters took over Gaza’s aid routes
Armed thieves who raid UN trucks are acting with Israel’s tacit support, officials sayBusiness - Financial Times - November 20 -
Is Trump More Flexible on China Than His Hawkish Cabinet Picks Suggest?
President-elect Donald J. Trump is assembling a team of aides bent on confrontation with China. But he also has advisers who do business there, including Elon Musk.World - The New York Times - 6 days ago -
Biden's 11th hour Ukraine aid surge
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Biden's 11th hour Ukraine aid surge The U.S. in the past week has ...Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago -
Netanyahu Aide Is Indicted Over Leaked Document on Hamas
One of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s advisers is accused of leaking a top-secret document to a German tabloid in an attempt to influence public sentiment on hostage negotiations.Top stories - The New York Times - 5 days ago -
Best Natural Sleep Aids (2024), Tested and Reviewed
I tested an array of alternative sleep aids, from CBD capsules to mushroom chocolate to bath bombs, to see if they would help my chronic insomnia.Tech - Wired - 5 days ago -
AI Could Boost Humanitarian Aid. But It’s Not Without Consequences
Hardship has driven up demand for humanitarian assistance, and AI could be the solution.Business - Inc. - 4 days ago -
Jets tab Tannenbaum to assist in GM, HC search
The Jets are retaining The 33rd Team to support them in their upcoming general manager and head-coaching searches.Sports - ESPN - 2 days ago -
Gangsters block aid distribution in south Gaza
Aid workers say armed gangs operating within sight of Israeli forces are looting supplies, amid severe shortages.Top stories - BBC News - Yesterday -
Trump names Vance aide as legislative affairs director
President-elect Trump on Monday announced a trio of appointments to lead different White House offices, including his pick to serve as his top liaison to Capitol Hill. Trump, in a news release, ...Politics - The Hill - Yesterday -
Trump’s Biggest Con: Pretending He’s on the Side of Working Men and Women
He’s even more antilabor and pro-plutocrat than orthodox Republicans.Top stories - The New York Times - October 29
