Several lenders, including major banks, have offered loan repayment cuts and fee waivers to Victorians hit by severe thunderstorms last week. From Thursday (October 28) and throughout the weekend, large swathes of Victoria and parts of South Australia and Tasmania suffered power outages and property damage after thunderstorms, hailstorms, heavy …
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Fears older and vulnerable people will lose access to health care when shuttle service closes
Sarah-Jane O’Connor / Tips Ngaire Cropp, pictured in 2015, relies on the Red Cross shuttle to access medical appointments in Greymouth – 102 miles from his Westport home – each month. The closure of the Red Cross community transport shuttle will leave vulnerable people isolated and without access to decent …
Read More »Ten years of war in Syria and the current situation (I)
I will focus on Syria in several articles, given the importance the country has had in international relations for centuries. Ten years ago, a civil war broke out in Syria. What is the particularity of this conflict? What is happening in the country now? How do Syrians live and what …
Read More »Growing conflict in Afghanistan linked to ongoing climate change, experts say
Samim Hoshmand is believed to be in Scotland. He was going to tell the world how climate change is worsening war and conflict in his country, Afghanistan. Instead, he is in exile as a refugee trying to get a visa in Tajikistan. “Right now I’m waiting for a miracle to …
Read More »New weekend hours for some disaster recovery centers
BATON ROUGE – Several disaster recovery centers in Louisiana are adjusting their weekend schedules from this weekend. At the center, Hurricane Ida survivors can get help with FEMA disaster assistance requests, download documents, and get answers to their questions about federal disaster assistance. All disaster recovery centers will remain open …
Read More »Sarnia RN enjoys busy ‘second career’ with Canadian Red Cross
Breadcrumb Links New Local News Author of the article: Paul Morden Release date : October 30, 2021 ⢠33 minutes ago ⢠3 minutes to read ⢠Join the conversation George Rudanycz, a registered nurse from Sarnia and a volunteer with the Canadian Red Cross, is shown working earlier this …
Read More »International Volunteer Day 2021 | IFRC
At the IFRC, we are deeply proud of our amazing volunteers who save lives and fight for our common humanity every day. While the scale of today’s challenges, whether it’s COVID-19, the climate crisis, or the dangers facing communities at risk of disaster, may seem overwhelming, there is hope. Hope …
Read More »NAB Announces Disaster Relief Program for Customers Affected by Storms …
The National Australia Bank today announced its disaster relief program for customers in Victoria affected by storms. NAB encourages customers affected by storms to contact the bank when they are ready to discuss a range of financial assistance measures, including: Credit card and personal loan relief. Waiver of business premises …
Read More »Alberta releases out-of-province workers as hospital pressures ease
Breadcrumb Links New Local News AHS said she was “more grateful” for the support of the Canadian Red Cross, the Canadian Armed Forces and the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador Author of the article: Jason Herring Teams in an overcrowded Calgary intensive care unit work on a patient on a …
Read More »“The conflict in Ukraine is likely to last a long time”
Former Ambassador Toni Frisch was coordinator of the working group on humanitarian issues in eastern Ukraine for the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE). Ti-press Former Swiss Ambassador Toni Frisch, who spent years coordinating humanitarian aid in Ukraine, talks about the delicate diplomatic act that Switzerland must play …
Read More »California Gets Help for Businesses Affected by Southern California Oil Spill
SACRAMENTO – Working to support the business community affected by the oil spill off the coast of Huntington Beach earlier this month, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that the United States Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved federal disaster assistance for businesses in the region. The SBA administrator has declared …
Read More »Red Cross opens regional shelter in Weymouth for storm victims – Boston 25 News
BOSTON – Thousands of Massachusetts residents have woken up without power On Wednesday morning, a powerful northeast swept over New England with heavy rains and hurricane-force gusts. Be very careful on the roads as the driving conditions can be dangerous during these types of storms. Damage is reported statewide. WATCH …
Read More »On United Nations Day, leaders of the global body in Somalia highlight their support and challenges, and reaffirm their commitment – Somalia
Mogadishu, October 26, 2021 – On the occasion of this year’s United Nations Day, the highest officials of the world body in Somalia today highlighted some of the support given and the challenges faced in helping Somalis on the road to peace and stability, while reaffirming their commitment to the …
Read More »In war zones, COVID is not just a health problem – Harvard Gazette
The group agreed that in addition to determining what services are needed, local buy-in is essential, which often requires negotiating with a non-governmental group – or even groups – that control specific regions and whose members can consider them. strangers with suspicion. In addition, partnering with community organizations will help …
Read More »Louisiana to Receive $ 595 Million in Federal Disaster Assistance for Laura, Delta | New policies
By MELINDA DESLATTE, Associated Press BATON ROUGE, Louisiana (AP) – Louisiana will receive $ 595 million in federal disaster assistance to help with housing restoration and other recovery needs after the back-to-back hits of Hurricanes Laura and Delta in the last year, the two US state senators announced. Tuesday. Although …
Read More »CARE warns of increased risks for women and girls as new report finds nearly half of Afghans now face acute hunger – Afghanistan
A new report reveals that Afghanistan has sunk deeper into an already alarming hunger crisis, exacerbated by drought, increased displacement, rising food prices, the COVID-19 pandemic and the economic decline, with 18.8 million people, almost half of the population, currently facing acute hunger – an increase of almost 30% from …
Read More »Coronavirus: What’s Happening in Canada and Around the World Monday
The last: Ontario is today lifting capacity limits at restaurants, gyms, casinos and certain other places where proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required. If museums and galleries, places of worship and personal care facilities choose to require proof of vaccination, they can also lift capacity limits starting today. Premier Doug …
Read More »Lamont calls for disaster declaration for flooding caused by Hurricane Ida
HARTFORD, Connecticut (AP) – Governor Ned Lamont has submitted a major disaster declaration request to the Biden administration, asking for federal funds to help Connecticut recover from damage from the remnants of Hurricane Ida. The Sept. 1 storm dumped up to 8 inches of rain over parts of the state, …
Read More »Lucas Raymond secures Detroit Red Wings victory over Chicago Blackhawks
The Red Wings were looking to bounce back from a horrific loss the night before, and rookie Lucas Raymond made sure they did. Raymond scored three goals on Sunday in his sixth NHL game, taking the Wings to a 6-3 victory over the infamous Chicago Blackhawks. Raymond scored a power-play …
Read More »What eclipses our community harmony?
Community tensions in Bangladesh have recently reached an alarming level. During this year’s Durga Puja, one of the biggest religious holidays in âsecularâ Bangladesh, certain criminal elements unleashed rampant violence against minority communities. For four days, a group of radicalized individuals, including young people, torched and looted the homes of …
Read More »High-level Expo event highlights the need to manage climate change risks, plan and act before crises
Innovative space technologies have enormous potential for early humanitarian action Dubai – United Arab Emirates: The need to better anticipate climate shocks and invest in early humanitarian action was highlighted at a high-level meeting hosted by the Swedish Embassy in the United Arab Emirates at the ‘Dubai Expo 2020. Participants …
Read More »Canadiens beat Red Wings for first win of season
The Montreal Canadiens finally looked like the team that reached the Stanley Cup final less than four months ago on Saturday, not the club that had a disastrous start to the season. It came at the expense of the disheveled Detroit Red Wings. Mathieu Perreault had a hat trick and …
Read More »President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Endorses Declaration of Mississippi Disaster
Yesterday, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. said a major disaster existed in the state of Mississippi and ordered federal assistance to complement state, tribal and local recovery efforts in areas affected by the hurricane. Ida from August 18 to September 1, 2021.. The President’s Action makes federal funding available to …
Read More »The Crimean “census” creates a field of propaganda and manipulation
The results of the “population census” in occupied Crimea will not be objective, not only with regard to violations of international law but also with the manner in which it is carried out. Yulia Tyshchenko, an expert from the Ukrainian National Institute for Strategic Studies, made the relevant statement on …
Read More »Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month: Spotlighting Our Hispanic Federal Lawyers – Legal Department Performance
United States: Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month: Spotlighting Our Hispanic Federal Lawyers 23 October 2021 Cozen O’Connor To print this article, simply register or connect to Mondaq.com. Deborah Winokur co-wrote an article for the Fall 2021 issue of the Legacy Houston newsletter of the PBA Minority Bar Committee. The article …
Read More »Governor Newsom issues emergency proclamation to help counties recover from recent fires
Posted: 22 October 2021 SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today declared a state of emergency to help counties recover from several wildfires, including Siskiyou and Trinity counties due to the fire at the river complex ; County of Kern due to the French fire; Tuolumne County due to the Washington …
Read More »Scholars Of Sustenance served 130,000 meals on World Food Day
Posted: October 22, 2021 at 8:03 AM EDT|Update: 8 hours ago BANGKOK and Bali, Indonesia, 22 October 2021 / PRNewswire / – 15 community kitchens, 11 hotel kitchens, 8 individuals, 2 manufacturing companies and 1 Red Cross section (Phuket) helped Scholars of Sustenance cook for World Food Day the last …
Read More »Iryna Venediktova: Rome Statute ratification helps Ukraine secure accountability for war crimes – KyivPost
âIn 2021, 55 soldiers were killed in eastern Ukraine. âThe occupants mortared the village of Schchastia and injured the mayor. “ âRussian hybrid troops fired at Avdiivka and damaged buildings. “ These are just a few headlines in the Ukrainian media in the eighth year of the war. Justice must …
Read More »Should Australia end restrictions on gay and bisexual men who donate blood? | Health
When Toby Heiniger got a call in the middle of the night asking him to rush to Hobart Hospital to donate blood, he didn’t expect the caller to hang up just because of his sexual orientation. “Got a phone call at 3am and they told me there is an urgent …
Read More »Senate Passes Bill with Kennedy Measure Allowing Louisiana to Channel COVID Relief Funds to Disaster Recovery and Infrastructure – Press Releases
Watch Kennedy’s comments here. WASHINGTON – The Senate passed the State, Local Government, Tribal and Territory Flexibility, Infrastructure and Disaster Relief Act, co-sponsored by Senator John Kennedy (R-La.). The bill, S. 3011, would allow state governments to use unspent pandemic relief funds under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) State …
Read More »Kings Renew Mattress Firm as Official Sleep Team Partner
Through: Mattress company | 0 Actions 23 readings The mattress company will also serve as the team’s official bench sponsor for the 2021-22 NBA season. October 21, 2021 // Franchising.com // SACRAMENTO, CA – The Sacramento Kings have announced that they have renewed Mattress Firm, Inc. (âMattress Firmâ), the nation’s …
Read More »Atrocity Alert # 275: Myanmar (Burma), Libya and Cameroon – Myanmar
Atrocity Alert is a weekly publication of the World Center for the Responsibility to Protect that highlights situations where people are at risk of or experience mass atrocities. UN WARNS OF “CLEARANCE OPERATIONS” CARRIED OUT BY MILITARY IN MYANMAR On October 8, the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner …
Read More »SDSU organizes blood drive with the Red Cross on November 16
History links SAN DIEGO – For the fifth year in a row, San Diego State University and the American Red Cross are teaming up to help inpatients with the Aztecs for Life blood drive. The San Diego community is invited to join the Aztecs and CBS 8 at the State …
Read More »As daycares struggle, states implement disaster relief measures
During the COVID-19[female[femininepandemic, the federal government has authorized more than $ 50 billion in temporary emergency funding for states to help struggling child care facilities. But according to a poll by the National Association for the Education of Young Children over the summer, half of those polled said they would …
Read More »Out of the past – Sidney Daily News
125 years October 20, 1896 Senator-elect Joseph B. Foraker, of Cincinnati, addressed Sidney and Shelby County Republicans in the armory this afternoon. Due to her presence here, the city was cheerfully decorated with flags and streamers, and her photo was displayed in many shop windows around the city. Mr. Foraker …
Read More »Lack of progress continues to negatively impact the lives of Israelis and Palestinians
Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and may I welcome you to New York. Thank you also to the Special Coordinator for your presentation and to our two civil society rapporteurs, Mr. Daniel Levy and Dr. Hanan Ashrawi, for their inspiring contributions today. Mr. President, I would like to begin by welcoming …
Read More »Settler violence and Israel’s impenetrable network of impunity – Middle East Monitor
Like every year when harvesting Palestinian olives, Israel’s illegal settlers destroy olive trees and attack Palestinian farmers. The International Committee of the Red Cross said that in the year to August of this year, more than 9,300 olive trees were destroyed by Israeli settlers; damage peaked at harvest time. Palestinians’ …
Read More »Zionsville teen raises $ 11,000 for Afghan refugees
INDIANAPOLIS – When Ibrahim Bata’s mother escaped from the Soviets to Afghanistan in 1982, her family lost everything and they had no shoes left. “If my mother’s story was different I would probably be one of the kids at the camp and hope someone does something to help me,” the …
Read More »Jefferson Parish announces new hours and locations for FEMA Disaster Recovery Center
JEFFERSON, Louisiana (WGNO) – The Parish of Jefferson invites those in need of assistance to one of three FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs), available to those whose primary residence (tenants and landlords) has suffered damage from Hurricane Ida. Those who have a copy of their insurance policy should bring the …
Read More »Foreign Ministers on the Gulf, the Eastern Partnership and the situation in Ethiopia and Nicaragua
The day began with an informal breakfast during which ministers were joined by Libyan Foreign Minister Najla El-Mangoush. The discussion focused on the current situation in Libya, the search for synergies to strengthen EU-Libya relations and the support provided by the EU. Before the start of the Foreign Affairs Council, …
Read More »India presents draft resolution to UN on observer status for the International Solar Alliance
India presents draft resolution to UN on observer status for the International Solar Alliance AKIPRESS.COM – The International Solar Alliance (ISA) was jointly launched by India and France in 2015 during the 21st Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP21) held in Paris, …
Read More »Mercedes controls, Kelvin van der Linde “damaged” the DTM
DTM boss Gerhard Berger admits Mercedes and Kelvin van der Linde tarnished the series with their actions in the season finale. Red bull Junior driver Liam Lawson was in contention for the DTM title, edging Mercedes’s Maximilian Götz by 18 points heading into the final race of the season. His …
Read More »Most pet owners are unprepared for a natural disaster • Earth.com
A new study by James Cook University found that most pet owners are not prepared to save their pets in the event of a natural disaster. According to researchers, developing pet disaster response plans can also save human lives. Dr Yetta Gurtner of the Center for Disaster Studies at JCU …
Read More »Seoul and Washington almost ready for humanitarian aid in Pyongyang (nuclear emissary)
South Korea and the United States are almost ready to provide humanitarian aid to North Korea, Seoul’s senior nuclear representative said on Saturday, amid allied efforts to revive stalled diplomacy with the recalcitrant regime. . Noh Kyu-duk, the Special Representative for Peace and Security Affairs on the Korean Peninsula, made …
Read More »Zero emissions by 2050, it’s too late
Leading climatologists warn that 2050 is too late to reduce carbon dioxide emissions to virtually zero. Scientists involved in the UN’s IPCC climate committee told NOS that the year mentioned in the European Green Deal and the Dutch climate law should in fact be introduced for ten years, until 2040 …
Read More »Controversial Norisring final ‘damaged’ DTM
The DTM received a lot of reaction from fans on social media over the past weekend, as questionable standards of conduct and blatant team orders played a key role in deciding the outcome of the championship. First, Audi’s Kelvin van der Linde left pre-race leader Liam Lawson with a badly …
Read More »Disaster Loan Assistance Center opens at Sewell Mill Library
Cobb County announced on its Facebook page that it is opening a disaster loan outreach center for people whose property was damaged by severe flooding the county experienced last month. The county published the following: OPENING OF THE DISASTER CENTER Representatives from the Small Business Administration will be at the …
Read More »Professor Neville Wylie | On
Neville Wylie was appointed interim dean of the Faculty of Arts and Humanities in October 2021. He joined the University as Professor of International History and Deputy Director (Internationalization) in 2018. Prior to taking up his post in Stirling, Professor Wylie had worked at the University of Nottingham, where he …
Read More »Red Cross to host free Disaster Action Team training camp for interested volunteers
CN News. Photos: Frank and Kay Whatley Red Cross disaster volunteers serve our neighbors in need every day. They install smoke detectors and at home fires. They also respond to major disasters like Hurricane Ida. The Red Cross is looking for disaster volunteers to help fulfill its mission in the …
Read More »CMCo’s Private Nonprofits Become Eligible for Ida Disaster Assistance | Government
ATLANTA – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced on October 13 that the declaration of public assistance disaster resulting from damage from the remnants of Tropical Storm Ida from September 1-3 now includes some private organizations nonprofit (PNP) in Cape May County. According to a statement from the SBA, …
Read More »Red Cross to provide free training to disaster volunteers | Local News
The Red Cross is looking for disaster volunteers to help it fulfill its mission and will be running free disaster volunteer boot camps in Rocky Mount and Greenville, as well as a virtual session. The training course will teach volunteers about the role of the Red Cross in disasters and …
Read More »Infographic: The olive industry in Palestine | Infographic News
The olive harvest season is underway in the occupied Palestinian territories. About 80,000 to 100,000 Palestinian families depend on the olive harvest, which takes place each year between October and November, for their income – more than 15 percent of working women. According to the Palestine Trade Center, or PalTrade, …
Read More »AMDA Emergency Relief # 10: Earthquake in Haiti (October 14, 2021) – Haiti
Even after the emergency response to the previous earthquake ended in September, AMDA Haiti President Dr Mac Keven Fredric was in discussion with officials from the quake-hit town of Beaumont about ” a mid- and long-term post-disaster reconstruction project. At the beginning of October, AMDA Haiti and AMDA headquarters led …
Read More »Men’s football inflicts first conference defeat on Wabash
Next game: at DePauw University 10/16/2021 | 2:30 p.m. GRANVILLE, Ohio (October 13, 2021) – The last game of a four-game homestand for the Denison University men’s soccer team resulted in a 1-0 victory for the Big Red over Wabash College thanks to the first freshman career goal Jake krueger. …
Read More »United States announces additional humanitarian aid for northern Ethiopia crisis
The United States is providing more than $ 26 million in additional aid to respond to the humanitarian crisis in northern Ethiopia. With this funding, the United States has provided nearly $ 663 million in humanitarian aid to northern Ethiopia since the onset of the crisis. This assistance from the …
Read More »QRCS deploys surgical convoy for Syrians in Turkey [EN/AR] – Turkey
October 13, 2021 – Doha: The Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) recently deployed a medical convoy to Reyhanlı, Turkey, to perform general and ENT surgeries for Syrian refugees in Turkey. It has been part of the program of medical convoys executed by QRCS all over the world since 2000, with …
Read More »FEMA rejects request for state disaster assistance for tornadoes and flooding – Conduit Street
The Federal Emergency Management Agency rejected Maryland’s request for a disaster declaration for the extensive damage caused by the remnants of Tropical Depression Ida last month. Denial comes after Governor Larry Hogan applied for federal assistance for Anne Arundel County, Cecil County and the City of Annapolis, each of which …
Read More »Bitten by injury virus, Senior Tigers still manage to defeat League City Cowboys
Deer Park Senior Tigers touchdown teams, like all youth football teams, always have a tent to provide shade. But the Tigers missed their second attempt last weekend. It’s the one with the Red Cross emblem on it. The injury virus has bit the Tigers as not one, not two, but …
Read More »Arab Israeli nurses who posed for photo with Hamas prisoner will not be fired
Two Arab Israeli nurses who posed while hugging a Hamas prisoner on hunger strike at Kaplan Medical Center in Rehovot will not be fired after expressing regret for their actions, the hospital said on Monday. The pair were filmed on Sunday posing with Miqdad Qawasmeh, a Hamas operative who served …
Read More »The scheme is clear: Australia’s next election will be a contest over cruelty | Behrouz Boochani
THELast week, the Australian government announced that it would end “offshore processing” in Papua New Guinea within three months. This shocking announcement is deeply unsettling for the refugees who have been in limbo for more than eight years on Manus Island and now in Port Moresby. For many of us …
Read More »Morning Mail: New Freedoms for New South Wales, ‘Alarming Secret’, Diversity in the Kitchen |
gHello. Millions of people in New South Wales are awakening to new freedoms after 106 days of lockdown. Changes to Australian law on “authoritarian” evictions. The campaign for Australia to donate vaccines across the Asia-Pacific region is intensifying. Bars, retail outlets, gyms and hairdressers reopen across NSW and Scott Morrison …
Read More »Federal Disaster Relief Called For For Oregon’s Commercial Salmon Industry | Local News
On the recommendation of coastal Oregon lawmakers, Governor Kate Brown made a formal request on Oct. 4 to the US Department of Commerce for federal disaster assistance for the Oregon commercial salmon industry. This request follows the decrease in salmon landings for the 2018, 2019 and 2020 seasons. The Coastal …
Read More »South County Events, October 10
Municipal councils:Chula Vista, 5 p.m. Tuesday School boards: National school district (national city), 6 p.m. Wednesday; San Diego Unified School District, 5 p.m. Tuesday; San Ysidro School District, 5 p.m. Thursday; South Bay Union School District (Imperial Beach), Thursday 6 p.m. Sweetwater Union School District, 6 p.m. Monday Set of …
Read More »Drone attack on King Abdullah airport leaves 10 injured, deplores Kuwait – ARAB TIMES
WhatsApp Facebook Twitter E-mail Messenger DJEDDAH, October 9 (Agencies): The Saudi-led Arab coalition to support legitimacy in Yemen said an explosives-laden drone targeted King Abdullah Airport in the southern city of Jazan on Friday. from Saudi Arabia, injuring 10 people. The drone attack was carried out by Houthi terrorist militias, …
Read More »Gaza sculptor exhibits disembodied limbs inspired by loss of amputees
The sculptures of human limbs by Palestinian artist Khaled Hussein are on display in an exhibition in Gaza that he calls “I miss you a lot”, inspired by the loss felt by amputees, including victims of the conflict with Israel. “There are a lot of amputees everywhere. It has become …
Read More »Japanese forces limit training to humanitarian aid and disaster relief – Manila Bulletin
The Japanese Land Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) has just completed a 10-day Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HA / DR) training with the Philippine Marine Corps (PMC) at Naval Base Leovigildo Gantioqui, San Antonio, Zambales. (Photo by the Embassy of Japan) The activity took place from September 28 to October 8, …
Read More »Grand Forks Red River falls 1-0 to Shanley in semi-finals of the State Boys Soccer Tournament
You would never know. Shanley’s Peter Noah scored his first goal of the season from a header in the first half and the Deacons played solid defense and enlisted the help of Rotary Field equipment to secure a 1-0 victory over Grand Forks Red River during the North Dakota State …
Read More »Kuwait, Bahrain condemn Houthi terrorist attempts to threaten Saudi security
KUWAIT / MANAMA – Kuwait and Bahrain on Friday expressed their strong condemnation and denunciation of the continued attempts by the Houthi militia to threaten the security of Saudi Arabia by targeting Abha airport with a bomb-laden drone, in addition to target Khamis Mushait with two bombs – loaded drones …
Read More »South Africa: Joint ICRC-IOM press release – Responding to the needs of missing migrants and their families
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) are today organizing the first ever meeting of the Missing Migrants Watch Committee with South African authorities. South Africa is a major destination and transit country for migrants from the regions of eastern and southern …
Read More »FEMA opens disaster recovery center in Oakland County to help residents affected by June storms – The Oakland Press
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has opened a disaster recovery center in Southfield to help tenants, landlords and business owners affected by severe storms and floods from June 25-26. Thousands of residents of southeast Michigan were negatively affected by these storms which resulted in widespread flooding and property damage. …
Read More »Asylum seeker at Poland-Belarus border faces heartbreaking choice
ALONG THE EASTERN POLAND BORDER – Father had circled through the rain-flooded Polish forest, cradling his sick daughter, delirious after three days with barely food or water as temperatures plummeted towards the freeze. He was drenched, shivering, and faced with a terrible choice. Her 2-year-old daughter suffers from cerebral palsy …
Read More »Bath structure fire causes ‘total loss’ to home
BATH NY (WETM) – On October 6, just after 4:00 p.m., the Bath Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to report a structure fire at 5373 Turnpike Road in the City of Bath. The fire was reported by contractors working nearby who reported thick black smoke from a mobile home. First …
Read More »government of Oregon. seeks disaster relief for salmon industry | State News
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Read More »Red Cross facilitates exchange of remains of soldiers killed on both sides of Iran-Iraq war
ERBIL (Kurdistan 24) – The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) announced on Wednesday that it had participated in the surrender that day of more than 30 Iraqi and Iranian soldiers killed in the deadly war between the two nations in the years 1980. Under the auspices of the …
Read More »CHS celebrates reunion week
Homecoming week is in full swing at Chester High School, and the school just heard some great news: There will be a Homecoming football game on Friday night, after all. The Yellow Jackets were supposed to play Dupo, but Dupo had to step down due to complications from COVID-19. CHS …
Read More »Kuwait calls for political support for asylum seekers and refugees around the world
UKHIA: Rohingya refugees return home on foot after collecting relief supplies in Kutupalong refugee camp in Ukhia yesterday. – AFP GENEVA: The State of Kuwait stressed yesterday that it is essential to give a lot of weight to the political tracks to face the crises of the asylum seekers and …
Read More »Pakistan: Emergency department modernized to provide quality health care in Bajaur – Pakistan
A newly renovated emergency room was inaugurated at the Bajaur District Headquarters Hospital in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province (formerly North West Frontier Province) on September 16. The 26-bed establishment, which includes an operating room, a resuscitation room, triage clinics and a pharmacy, was renovated and put in place by the International …
Read More »Here’s how much the federal government paid residents of NJ to cover Ida’s damage
The people of New Jersey received more than $ 175.8 million from the federal government to cover loss and damage from Hurricane Ida, the Federal Emergency Management Agency announced Tuesday. The funds include FEMA grants, low interest small business loans, and flood insurance claims. Among those who received help were …
Read More »Neighbor Profile: Meet Alan Park, who volunteers his time in different time zones | People
Alan Park has lived in North Hudson since 1979. Learn about the volunteer work he has done around the world. What organization or groups are you a part of? What is your role within it? This is involved since I have been volunteering since 2002. I previously worked with the …
Read More »Why India needs a refugee law
Every year, millions of people are forced to leave their homes in search of safer places to rebuild their lives. According to the UN, more than 82.4 million people were forced to leave their homes in 2020 and more than 20 million of them are refugees. Over 200,000 of these …
Read More »SBA Provides Disaster Assistance To Businesses And Residents Of Monongalia Co. Affected By July Flood
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – Businesses and residents of West Virginia affected by flooding on July 29, 2021 can apply for low-interest disaster loans with the US Small Business Administration, announced today hui the administrator of the SBA, Isabella Casillas Guzman. According to the Morgantown region partnershipAdministrator Guzman made the loans available …
Read More »W&L Women’s Golf sets new program record by finishing second in Generals Cup Invitational
History links HOT SPRINGS, Virginia – The ninth-ranked women’s golf team Washington and Lee set a program record for the lowest 36-hole total by placing second out of 10 teams as they hosted the Generals Cup Invitational at the Homestead Resort Cascades Course on Monday and Tuesday. The seventh-ranked center …
Read More »MSF condemns the murder of its nurse by bandits in Zamfara
International humanitarian organization, Doctors Without Borders (MSF), condemned the murder of one of his nurses by bandits in Zamfara State. PREMIUM TIMES reported how nurse Hassan Muhammadu was killed on a highway on Saturday as she returned to her workstation in Shinkafi town. The bandits opened fire on the vehicle …
Read More »“Vaccines must be shared around the world”: International Conference on Religions for Peace Leaders
The International Conference on Religions for Peace was launched yesterday in the German city of Lindau, chaired by the Secretary General of the Organization of Religions for Peace, Azza Karam of Egypt. The conference will be held in Lindau until Thursday. Approximately 130 people, both speakers and members of the …
Read More »Creating equitable disaster relief for low-income communities
The United States has faced natural disasters that are more intense in frequency and severity. Natural disasters do not discriminate, but The data shows that low- to middle-income people and people of color experience greater impacts than most other groups. In the aftermath of Hurricane Ida, residents of southern Louisiana …
Read More »IMPD adopts district-by-district approach to target reckless driving – WTTV CBS4Indy
New COVID requirements for Live Nation CBS4 News / 20 hours ago Video Hospitals may continue to receive high volume of patients this fall, ISDH commissioner says CBS4 News / 5 days ago Video AG Rokita, White House Vaccination Coordinator discusses Biden administration’s COVID-19 mandates CBS4 News / 4 days …
Read More »Damning UN report lists 5 years of crimes against humanity in Libya
BEIRUT: The judge investigating the Beirut port explosion survived two attempts to have him removed from the investigation when a court dismissed the two complaints against him on Monday. The Lebanese Civil Court of Appeal did not respond to requests made by MP Nohad Al-Machnouk, Ali Hassan Khalil and Ghazi …
Read More »The political deadlock in Haiti remains persistent and worrying
Thank you, Mr President, and I add my congratulations to Ireland for a very successful Presidency in September and to Kenya for assuming the Presidency this month. Thank you SRSG for your useful update and all your hard work during this difficult time in Haiti. The UK commends the activities …
Read More »Small Business Administration: Changes to the Disaster Loan Program
B-333569 September 27, 2021 The Honorable Ben CardinPresidentThe Honorable Rand Paul Ranking MemberSmall Business and Entrepreneurship CommitteeUnited States Senate The Honorable Nydia M. VelázquezPresidentThe Honorable Blaine LuetkemeyerRanking MemberSmall Business CommitteeHouse of Representatives Topic: Small Business Administration: Changes to the Disaster Loan Program In accordance with Section 801 (a) (2) (A) …
Read More »Big Red Takes Control and Dominates Central in Together We Care Game | News, Sports, Jobs
Andrew Grimm PLAYING FOR A CAUSE – Catholic Central’s George Harris and Big Red’s Caleb Noble fight for the ball in Saturday’s game at Harding Stadium. The match was part of the ninth annual Together We Care football event to raise funds for the Cancer Dietary Initiative. STEUBENVILLE – The …
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