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Nations debate autonomous weapons ban as experts warn of grave humanitarian risks

Several nations gathered at the United Nations (U.N.) on Monday to revisit a long-standing issue that has been on the…

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World

Burma earthquake death toll rises to 3,085 as humanitarian crisis worsens

The devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck Burma last week has left a trail of destruction in its wake, with…

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Canada

Legal group draws ire for cancelling humanitarian advocate’s speech over his stance on Gaza

The Advocates’ Society, a prominent legal organization consisting of judges, lawyers, and advocates, is facing backlash for canceling a speech…

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World

Israel blocks humanitarian aid into Gaza after Hamas rejects ceasefire extension proposal

Israeli officials announced on Sunday that they are halting the entry of all goods and supplies into the Gaza Strip…

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World

UN halts humanitarian work in Yemen’s Houthi stronghold after staff detentions

The United Nations made a shocking announcement on Monday, revealing that it has decided to suspend its humanitarian operations in…

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US Election 2024

Former president Jimmy Carter remembered and praised as a humanitarian around the world

World leaders from around the globe are offering their condolences as the United States mourns the passing of former President…

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Nova Scotia

Halifax teens raise $40K for humanitarian aid in Lebanon

A group of compassionate teenagers in the Halifax area have come together to raise funds and bring awareness to the…

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US Election 2024

Syrian national accused of funneling over $9 million in US-funded humanitarian aid to terrorist organization

A Syrian national, Mahmoud Al Hafyan, has been charged with diverting more than $9 million in U.S.-funded humanitarian aid to…

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Nova Scotia

Veteran from N.S. reflects on starting humanitarian group in Ukraine

Kate MacEachern, a retired corporal of the Canadian Armed Forces, was one of the many international volunteers who answered Ukrainian…

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