Earthquakes
Residents of Braehead are encouraged to contribute to the Red Cross's emergency appeal this weekend in response to the devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria. The Rotary Club of Renfrew will carry out bucket collections in the shopping center from 10am to 6pm on Saturday and Sunday. The
Disaster victims
The devastating earthquake that struck southern Turkey and northwest Syria on Monday has reignited calls from some civil society and religious groups to lift sanctions on the Syrian regime. However, the US government has imposed these sanctions for nearly four decades due to Syria's designation as a state
Earthquakes
Pakistan has sent its first batch of rescue teams and relief goods to Turkey in response to the massive earthquakes that struck the country on Monday. A Pakistan Army search and rescue team, along with 25 tons of relief goods, departed from Rawalpindi's Chaklala Airbase and arrived in
Disaster victims
The devastating earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria on Monday has left a trail of destruction and loss of life. With the death toll now standing at 8,364, charities have joined forces to provide vital support to those affected. The Emergency Action Alliance, a group of 15 aid organizations
Disaster victims
Pakistan's Foreign Minister and Chairman of the Pakistan People's Party (PPP), Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari, and Federal Minister for Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety, Shazia Atta Marri, have strongly condemned the former Prime Minister Imran Khan for organizing public rallies and concerts in the midst of the devastating
Disaster victims
As historic floods in Pakistan continue to wreak havoc on the country, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is sounding the alarm on the critical need for emergency maternal health services for pregnant women in flood-affected areas. With nearly 650,000 pregnant women in need of maternal health services, the
Disaster victims
U.S. movie star Angelina Jolie met flood victims in northwestern Pakistan yesterday and appealed to the international community to provide aid needed to help the country recover from its worst natural disaster. The 35-year-old actress, who serves as a "goodwill ambassador" for the UN's refugee
Floods
The devastating floods in Nowshera have left many families without homes, with some even struggling to find basic necessities like food. Those visiting relief camps are often met with the same question: "Will the government help us in rebuilding our houses?" This concern stems from the harsh reality
Floods
In a concerted effort to provide relief to those affected by the catastrophic floods in Pakistan, Ramada Hotel & Suites Ajman, a premier destination for professionals and leisure seekers, recently organized a successful fundraiser event. The devastating floodwaters have caused widespread destruction, washing away villages and wrecking roads and bridges,
Disaster victims
Pakistan Bait-ul-Maal, a government agency, partnered with Rawalpindi Commerce College to distribute Eid gifts packs to 700 flood victims in Nowshera. The initiative aimed to alleviate the suffering of affected families during the joyous occasion of Eid. Managing Director Zamurd Khan emphasized the moral obligation of every Pakistani to contribute
Floods
UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador Angelina Jolie has issued a heartfelt appeal for greater public support to provide humanitarian relief to the millions of people whose lives have been devastated by the recent floods in Pakistan. The disaster, which has affected nearly 20 million people, has created a humanitarian, economic, and social
Disaster victims
Telenor, a Norwegian telecom company, has introduced a new service that allows Norwegians to donate to flood victims in Pakistan via SMS. This innovative solution has been welcomed by the Norwegian Red Cross, which was the first organization to use this service to collect donations for the victims. The situation
