As winter approaches in Afghanistan, there is alarming news about hunger. The UN World Food Programme (WFP), facing low funding, says its been forced to cut food aid for hungry Afghans.
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WFP a key player in fighting Ebola virus
A flight is en route today from Italy to Liberia, bringing supplies to fight the deadly Ebola virus. Water tanks, washing units, protective gear, health kits are all being delivered to West Africa by the UN World Food Programme (WFP).
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Libya: Hunger escalates in war-torn country
Fighting in Libya among rival militias is causing a severe hunger crisis. The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) reports that almost 300,000 Libyans have been displaced by the violence.
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The silent crisis in Yemen
As the world marks International Day of the Girl, there is some discouraging news from Yemen. The United Nations reports that 800,000 school-age girls are not attending classes.
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How the Chicago Marathon can feed the hungry
Tomorrow is the Chicago Marathon. This great sporting event is an opportunity to join the Charity Miles movement which is feeding hungry people worldwide. Here is how.
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Food is hope for Syrians fleeing ISIS
The ISIS assault on the town of Kobane in Syria has sent almost 200,000 people fleeing for their lives. They have to brave a dangerous journey to reach safety in Turkey.
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Syria: bread shortages, areas blocked from aid
Bread is something many of us can obtain on a daily basis. But in Syria, where the civil war continues to rage, this basic food is scarcely available.
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Rome’s Hunger Run to feed children worldwide
Thousands of runners and walkers will be gathering next Sunday (October 19), in Rome, Italy for a great charity race. The 9th annual Hunger Run starts at 10 a.m. on Viale delle Terme di Caracalla.
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Ukraine: Food, water needed as ceasefire violated
UNICEF, in a report this week, says the humanitarian crisis “remains urgent” in parts of Eastern Ukraine impacted by conflict. Despite a ceasefire, fighting has continued between the government and pro-Russian rebels. Hundreds of thousands have been displaced.
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Dry season critical for aid groups in South Sudan
The United Nations says that a “key window of opportunity” for hunger relief is coming in South Sudan. This is when the dry season arrives, starting around November.
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