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First Person: Documenting despair and finding hope amidst the rubble of Gaza

By Arun Kumar N on August 5, 2025 GENERAL

Some 21 months have passed since the 7 October armed attacks on Israel which sparked the current brutal conflict. Thousands have died and much of Gaza has been laid to waste, but life must continue, according to the correspondent, who is remaining anonymous for security reasons. “Those who live here in Gaza don’t need long […]

Haitians in ‘despair’ following abrupt suspension of US humanitarian support

By Arun Kumar N on July 31, 2025 GENERAL

The cancellation of most US funding in January means many services to the most vulnerable people have been cut or put on hold. Multiple political, security and socio-economic crises have led to 5.7 million people suffering from a lack of food and have forced 1.3 million people to flee their homes. With a dramatic reduction […]