io Polio, Measles Outbreaks ‘Inevitable’, Say Vaccine Experts By www.ipsnews.net Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 07:37:17 +0000 Interruptions to vaccination programmes caused by the COVID-19 pandemic could result in new waves of measles or polio outbreaks, health experts warn. A growing number of one-off immunisation campaigns and national routine vaccine introductions are being delayed amid social distancing and other measures to curb the spread of SARS-CoV-2, leaving millions unprotected. Uptake of routine […] The post Polio, Measles Outbreaks ‘Inevitable’, Say Vaccine Experts appeared first on Inter Press Service. Full Article Global Headlines Health TerraViva United Nations
io Enforced Disappearances, Arbitrary Detentions, Hate Speech & Attacks on Civilians – ICC Report on Libya By www.ipsnews.net Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 09:53:05 +0000 The International Criminal Court (ICC) on Tuesday highlighted crimes against humanity and grave mismanagement of the law in Libya during a release of their latest report on the North African nation. Fatou Bensouda, Chief Prosecutor of the ICC, said enforced disappearances, arbitrary detentions, hate speech, and severe maltreatment of detainees remains a massive concern in […] The post Enforced Disappearances, Arbitrary Detentions, Hate Speech & Attacks on Civilians – ICC Report on Libya appeared first on Inter Press Service. Full Article Armed Conflicts Featured Headlines Human Rights Middle East & North Africa Regional Categories TerraViva United Nations International Criminal Court (ICC) Libya
io Time for the World Bank and IMF to Be the Solution, Not the Problem By www.ipsnews.net Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 12:34:58 +0000 Franciscka Lucien is Executive Director of the Institute for Justice & Democracy in Haiti. Joel Curtain is the Director of Advocacy at Partners in Health. The post Time for the World Bank and IMF to Be the Solution, Not the Problem appeared first on Inter Press Service. Full Article Aid Economy & Trade Education Financial Crisis Global Headlines Health Humanitarian Emergencies Labour Latin America & the Caribbean TerraViva United Nations
io Black Americans are Bearing the Brunt of Coronavirus Recession – This Should Come as no Surprise By www.ipsnews.net Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 21:13:25 +0000 As the COVID-19 pandemic worsened in April, many Americans were shocked by the extent that black Americans were being disproportionately impacted: higher infection rates, more deaths and greater job loss. But many black Americans were not surprised. This is not new. The same dynamic has been going on at times of crisis for decades and […] The post Black Americans are Bearing the Brunt of Coronavirus Recession – This Should Come as no Surprise appeared first on Inter Press Service. Full Article Economy & Trade Headlines Health North America Poverty & SDGs TerraViva United Nations
io Religion & its Discontents: Considerations Around COVID-19 & Africa By www.ipsnews.net Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 07:38:44 +0000 Dr. Azza Karam is the Secretary General of Religions for Peace International and Professor of Religion and Development at the Vrije Universiteit (VU), Amsterdam; Dr. Mustafa Y. Ali is the Secretary General of the Global Network of Religions for Children (GNRC) based in Nairobi, Kenya. The post Religion & its Discontents: Considerations Around COVID-19 & Africa appeared first on Inter Press Service. Full Article Civil Society Economy & Trade Featured Global Headlines Health Human Rights Humanitarian Emergencies Inequity Religion TerraViva United Nations
io News24.co.ke | Kenya Airways pilots' union withdraws strike notice By www.news24.co.ke Published On :: Thu, 03 Nov 2016 14:38:12 +0200 The KALPA pilots union at Kenya Airways on Thursday withdrew a strike notice issued last month, saying there had been progress on issues it had raised regarding the carrier's turnaround strategy. Full Article
io News24.co.ke | 14-year old KPCE candidate dies from suspected botched abortion By www.news24.co.ke Published On :: Fri, 04 Nov 2016 13:45:23 +0200 A 14-year old girl sitting for her Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) in Samburu County died tragically on Wednesday after she complained of stomach cramps. Full Article
io News24.co.ke | Bomet Governor Ruto rushed to hospital after altercation with police By www.news24.co.ke Published On :: Mon, 07 Nov 2016 12:30:27 +0200 Bomet Governor, Isaac Ruto was airlifted to Nairobi Hospital on Monday morning after clashing with police officers. Full Article
io News24.co.ke | Equity bank in Nairobi robbed over what is believed to be millions By www.news24.co.ke Published On :: Mon, 07 Nov 2016 12:40:34 +0200 A group of suspected thieves robbed the Equity Bank, Kayole Branch in Nairobi on Saturday night getting away with a undisclosed amount of money. Full Article
io News24.co.ke | Bomet County Commissioner accuses Ruto of fabricating the truth By www.news24.co.ke Published On :: Tue, 08 Nov 2016 14:27:18 +0200 Bomet County Commissioner, Benard Lebarmarai has lambasted Governor Isaac Ruto for falsely accusing the police of causing harm to him. Full Article
io Medical professionals honored By www.granma.cu Published On :: Fri, 5 Dec 2014 09:15:07 -0800 LATIN AMERICAN MEDICINE DAY Medical professionals honored This December 3, celebrated in Cuba as Latin American Medicine Day, provided an opportunity to recognize those who, with disinterested humility, “struggle every day for the lives of our people and in other sister countries,” Full Article
io Toward the indispensable political, economic and social integration of Latin America and the Caribbean By www.granma.cu Published On :: Tue, 9 Dec 2014 08:52:30 -0800 CARICOM-CUBA SUMMIT Toward the indispensable political, economic and social integration of Latin America and the Caribbean Key remarks by President Raúl Castro opening the Fifth CARICOM-Cuba Summit in Havana, December 8, 2014 Full Article
io May nothing, no one, derail our progress toward integration By www.granma.cu Published On :: Sun, 14 Dec 2014 14:48:01 -0800 Cuban President Army General Raúl Castro Ruz opened the XIII Summit of the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America-People's Trade Agreement (Alba-TCP), this morning December 14, and called for strengthening regional unity. - ALBA to celebrate 20th anniversary in Havana Full Article
io Antarctic researchers are now isolating within isolation By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Wed, 15 Apr 2020 22:38:12 GMT In the frozen and desolate expanse of Antarctica, Davis station leader David Knoff and other expeditioners are well aware of what it takes to live this way. Full Article
io Donald Trump wanted his own two-hour radio show during the pandemic By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Wed, 15 Apr 2020 16:44:26 GMT The US President said he envisioned a show running two hours a day, according to White House officials, and would do it were it not for the risk of encroaching on Rush Limbaugh, the conservative host. Full Article
io Amid slowing infections, Germany takes first steps to restart public life By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 02:20:39 GMT New infections in Germany have slowed in recent weeks, but Merkel cautioned that the country has achieved only "a fragile intermediate success". Full Article
io Shop with tongs and lock up your cat: Scientists' suggestions for life after lockdown By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 02:52:50 GMT Experts looked at how different countries are coping in creating a list of 275 ideas to stop coronavirus spreading. Full Article
io South Korea's coronavirus battle propels government to election win By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 10:29:42 GMT Despite the strict lockdown requirements on voting, turnout was higher than any parliamentary elections held since 1992. Full Article
io Two dozen Rohingya die of starvation on drifting boat; 382 rescued By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 10:33:40 GMT Bangladesh coastguard officials say the ship was drifting for weeks after failing to reach Malaysia, and it is believe more boats may remain adrift. Full Article
io Trump Administration fuels rumours that virus came from China lab By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Fri, 17 Apr 2020 02:49:01 GMT Without the weight of evidence, they're trying to blame China for sickness and death from COVID-19 in the United States. Full Article
io Now is the worst time to cut World Health Organisation funding By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Fri, 17 Apr 2020 07:22:01 GMT After a disaster there is a search for someone to blame but reckless vengeance can be as bad as the original calamity. Full Article
io 'Everything has shifted': How a pandemic is reshaping the US election By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Sat, 18 Apr 2020 15:19:07 GMT As a rule, if the economy is going well then US presidents get re-elected. If it's going badly, they lose. But will that hold in a global health emergency? Full Article
io Coronavirus infection surge threatens to collapse Japan's hospitals By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Sat, 18 Apr 2020 07:04:03 GMT Two Japanese medical associations warn that the country's healthcare system is on the brink of collapse. Full Article
io Trump's 'LIBERATE MICHIGAN!' tweets incite insurrection. That's illegal in the US By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Sat, 18 Apr 2020 05:12:01 GMT Using the current crisis to encourage a backlash against lawful and expert-recommended public health measures enjoys no protection under the US Constitution. Full Article
io Joe Biden sketches out his would-be administration By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Sat, 18 Apr 2020 14:49:05 GMT Biden casts Donald Trump as chaotic and woefully unreliable in moments of crisis, such as the coronavirus pandemic. Full Article
io With butlers in isolation, wealthy are forced to learn housekeeping By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Sat, 18 Apr 2020 07:50:03 GMT A housekeeping staffing company says "We're getting calls from the principals themselves saying, 'I've never had to change the bed - what do I do?" Full Article
io Queen cancels birthday celebrations as COVID-19 sweeps through UK By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Sat, 18 Apr 2020 21:31:01 GMT The Queen has cancelled her birthday celebrations, deeming them inappropriate as Britain fights the coronavirus. Full Article
io Coronavirus analysis shows weight elevates risk of complications By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Sun, 19 Apr 2020 02:12:09 GMT An analysis of 15,100 patients across Britain hospitalised with COVID-19 finds carrying excess weight increases the likelihood of severe complications. Full Article
io Iraq lifts Reuters news agency suspension over virus report By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Sun, 19 Apr 2020 21:32:05 GMT The agency's suspension came after an April 3 story cited multiple sources who said the government was misreporting coronavirus cases. Full Article
io 'Crossed the Rubicon': Bolsonaro attends protest for military intervention By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 12:57:03 GMT At a protest outside the army headquarters in Brasilia, tightly packed protesters were calling for the Supreme Court and Congress to be shut down. Full Article
io Pakistan eases restrictions on mosques for Ramadan By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 12:57:01 GMT The country at odds with other Muslim nations as it bows to clerics on the religious festival despite rising infections. Full Article
io UNSW graduate, Chinese Vice Minister investigated for 'severe violations of discipline and law' By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 07:46:03 GMT The move comes a month after Sun Lijung played a key role in the Chinese Communist Party's response to the coronavirus crisis. Full Article
io Death toll from Canada's mass shooting rises, Trudeau pledges action on guns By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 06:09:04 GMT Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Monday his government would move ahead on the gun control legislation he promised during last year's election campaign after the shooting. Full Article
io German region issues rule for eating ice cream during coronavirus By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 22:00:00 GMT "An initial swift lick of a scoop while rapidly proceeding away from the ice cream parlour" is allowed to prevent ice cream from dripping, the edict says. Full Article
io Kim Jong-un's health status in question after surgery: report By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 02:51:01 GMT The North Korean leader underwent a "cardiovascular surgical procedure", according to a website that gathers information from informants. Full Article
io 'Invisible enemy': Trump to suspend immigration due to virus By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 07:57:01 GMT President says he will be signing an executive order to temporarily suspend immigration into the United States. Full Article
io Indonesia bans Ramadan mass exodus tradition to curb coronavirus spread By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 07:17:03 GMT The mass exodus tradition, locally known as mudik will not be allowed to proceed at the end of the Muslim fasting month, President Joko Widodo said. Full Article
io Coronavirus study shows more deaths, no benefit from Trump's drug treatment suggestion By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 20:49:01 GMT Researchers did not track side effects, but noted a hint that hydroxychloroquine might have damaged other organs, too. Full Article
io Ainsley Harriott: ‘The Med felt close to home’ By cyprus-mail.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 08:00:40 +0000 By Lauren Taylor Has there ever been a happier man on TV? Ainsley Harriott, with his broad smile and infectious laugh, was a mainstay in living rooms for years on Ready Steady Cook and Can’t Cook, Won’t Cook back in the Nineties and Noughties, and at 63 he’s as cheerful... The post Ainsley Harriott: ‘The Med felt close to home’ appeared first on Cyprus Mail. Full Article Food and Drink Life & Style food and drink
io Coronavirus: EU Commission calls for state guarantees for vouchers for cancelled travel By cyprus-mail.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 09:18:13 +0000 The European Commission will tell countries in the European Union to provide state guarantees for travel vouchers during the coronavirus pandemic, if they prefer people to accept the vouchers instead of cash refunds, according to a strategy document seen by Reuters. The EU executive is due on Wednesday to present... The post Coronavirus: EU Commission calls for state guarantees for vouchers for cancelled travel appeared first on Cyprus Mail. Full Article Europe World coronavirus picks4
io Coronavirus: Government slashes spending by €367 million By cyprus-mail.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 10:49:46 +0000 The finance ministry has slashed €367 million from public expenditure as part of a revision of the 2020 state budget amid the coronavirus crisis. The government savings were passed by the Council of Ministers. Giorgos Panteli, permanent secretary of the finance ministry, told the Cyprus News Agency that the savings... The post Coronavirus: Government slashes spending by €367 million appeared first on Cyprus Mail. Full Article Cyprus featured coronavirus Government cuts
io Rock ‘n’ roll pioneer Little Richard dies at age 87 By cyprus-mail.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 14:55:38 +0000 Little Richard, the self-proclaimed “architect of rock ‘n’ roll” who built his ground-breaking sound with a boiling blend of boogie-woogie, rhythm and blues and gospel, died on Saturday at the age of 87, Rolling Stone magazine reported. Richard influenced legions of performers whose fame would eventually outstrip his own. His... The post Rock ‘n’ roll pioneer Little Richard dies at age 87 appeared first on Cyprus Mail. Full Article Americas Showbiz World
io Children in Ontario group homes and foster care test positive for coronavirus By globalnews.ca Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 15:51:14 +0000 Two of four children found to have COVID-19 have recovered, while five of eight staff at group homes and youth detention centres who tested positive have recovered. Full Article Canada Health Canada Coronavirus Coronavirus Coronavirus Cases Coronavirus In Canada coronavirus news coronavirus update COVID-19 covid-19 canada covid-19 news Foster care coronavirus
io Coronavirus: Ontario allows school employees to be voluntarily redeployed to congregate care By globalnews.ca Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 16:08:15 +0000 The government said hospitals, long-term care homes, retirement homes, and women's shelters are in need of staff including custodial and maintenance workers. Full Article Health Canada Coronavirus Coronavirus Coronavirus Cases Coronavirus In Canada coronavirus news coronavirus update COVID-19 covid-19 canada covid-19 news Ontario Coronavirus Ontario COVID-19
io Virat Kohli, Sara Ali Khan, Ayushmann Khurrana, Kriti Sanon speak against misinformation By feedproxy.google.com Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 10:33:00 +0500 Virat Kohli, Kriti Sanon, Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan joined forces for a video Full Article
io Salman Khan beefs up, undergoes massive transformation during lockdown By feedproxy.google.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 06:38:38 +0500 Salman Khan has undergone a shocking transformation during the coronavirus lockdown Full Article
io Sona Mohapatra slams Ram Gopal Varma for sexist remark on domestic violence By feedproxy.google.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 07:18:28 +0500 Sona Mohapatra recently called out controversial filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma after he made a sexist remark Full Article
io Richa Chadha speaks out against the rise in domestic violence cases amid lockdown By feedproxy.google.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 13:33:37 +0500 Richa Chadha releases a domestic violence awareness campaign to curtail its growing impact Full Article
io Neha Kakkar gets candid about handling pressures, names her inspiration By feedproxy.google.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 08:11:01 +0500 Neha Kakkar opened up about handling pressure and competition from her peers Full Article
io Bhumi Pednekar believes female representation in cinema is extremely important By feedproxy.google.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 14:06:14 +0500 Bhumi Pednekar believes female representation in cinema is extremely important to her Full Article
