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UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham will visit Ukraine on Monday to announce a boost for Kyiv's long-range missiles. He will share classified information about UK-made components of the Storm Shadow missiles to help Ukraine build its own version.
The death toll from the recent earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to 6,438, according to the latest official figures. The earthquakes, which struck in June, have left thousands of people homeless and in need of aid.
A magnitude 7.4 earthquake in western Colombia has left 127,557 homes damaged and 26,945 destroyed. Rescue efforts continue, but the focus is shifting to recovery and providing basic necessities to those affected.
Powerful quake off Indonesia kills 20, sparks mass evacuations
A powerful earthquake struck off Flores island in eastern Indonesia, killing at least 20 people and sending thousands fleeing. Rescue officials combed through debris for survivors.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is launching a financial aid scheme for women, providing 3,000 rupees to general category women and 4,500 rupees to SC category women. The scheme aims to benefit 40 lakh women in the state.
At Least 13 Dead and Extensive Damage After Japan Earthquake
A 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Japan's Kyushu region, causing at least 13 deaths and extensive damage. The earthquake also triggered a tsunami warning, but it was later lifted. Over 9,000 people are taking shelter in temporary accommodations.
Climate experts say super El Niño will negatively impact African economies
Climate experts warn that an impending 'super' El Niño will have a negative impact on African economies, triggering mass migration and a combined $10 billion to $20 billion hit on affected countries.
Germany's Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul supports the idea of exempting Ukraine aid from the debt brake, echoing the call of Development Minister Reem Alabali Radovan. This move would increase the financial scope for humanitarian help and development aid.
Two earthquakes in June devastated Venezuela, killing nearly 5,000 people and leaving tens of thousands more wounded or displaced. The United Nations estimates that as many as 50,000 people may still be missing.
The European Commission has announced a billion-dollar aid and reconstruction fund aimed at helping the recovery of Gaza from more than two years of devastating war.
Influential Labour MPs are urging prospective Prime Minister Andy Burnham to commit to restoring the UK's overseas aid spending to 0.7% of national income.
A UN report found that at least one million women and girls have been cut off from life-saving support due to global aid cuts. The report surveyed 855 women's organisations across 52 vulnerable countries and found that 40 percent face temporary or permanent shutdowns with…
Child malnutrition in Nepal has reached "alarming" levels following the cessation of USAID funding for nutrition programs, jeopardizing two decades of progress in reducing child mortality.