Topic: International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies

Haiti's 'tent cities' brace for Tropical Storm Emily

As Tropical Storm Emily heads for Haiti, aid groups scramble to prepare relief efforts for the more than 600,000 people still in makeshift housing after the devastating January 2010 earthquake.
08/04/2011 02:41 pm

As Norway names dead, religious leaders and counselors offer comfort to a nation

The Oslo Cathedral, a hub for memorials to terror-attack victims, is offering nightly services to give Norwegians a place to grieve over last week's violence.
07/27/2011 03:41 pm

International groups accelerate effort to relieve East Africa's famine

The first UN plane in two years is scheduled to go into the Somali capital's airport Wednesday carrying food aid. Some 3.7 million people in Somalia alone need help.
07/27/2011 02:44 pm

Africa Monitor UN declares famine in Somalia: How to help

The UN officially declared a famine in some parts of southern Somalia today. The UN alone says it needs $300 million in the next two months to provide adequate aid. Here's how you can help.
07/20/2011 11:23 am

Backchannels Did the Red Cross say there's no humanitarian crisis in Gaza?

Technically, yes. But the Red Cross says chronic shortages create deplorable economic and medical conditions.
07/06/2011 01:39 pm

In Pictures North Dakota floods

Flooding submerges parts of North Dakota city

The biggest flood in area history swallowed large swatches of Minot, North Dakota, Saturday as authorities worked to reinforce levees, protect the city's key infrastructure, and care for residents forced to flee their submerged homes.
06/25/2011 04:32 pm

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Africa Monitor Sudanese refugees forced back to violent town, according to UN

The latest United Nations report on violence in South Kordofan, Sudan, says that displaced persons were pressured into returning to their homes in the capital city, which they fled earlier this month.
06/24/2011 12:26 pm

Syrian troops strike flashpoint town as refugees recount violence

The assault on the restive northwest town of Jisr al-Shughur may prove to be a pivotal moment in the rebellion against the regime of Bashar al-Assad.
06/10/2011 02:45 pm

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Joplin missing person list more than 230

Joplin missing: Emergency workers in Joplin searched Thursday for more than 230 people listed as missing after a tornado tore through the city.
05/26/2011 08:57 pm

Joplin tornado: How you can help

Here's a list of a some of the major charitable agencies assisting those affected by the May 22 tornado in Joplin, Mo. and where you can send donations.
05/25/2011 02:19 pm

In Pictures Missouri tornado

Missouri tornado killed at least 89 according to officials

Missouri tornado: Authorities warned that the death toll could climb as search and rescuers continued their work.
05/23/2011 11:59 am

Rebel advances in Misurata raise hope of humanitarian breakthrough

Thousands of refugees are stranded in Misurata, Libya, and UN officials have warned of potential humanitarian crisis. But on Wednesday, rebels claimed to have captured the Misurata airport.
05/11/2011 03:14 pm

Scope of Alabama's tornado-spawned humanitarian crisis grows

Churches, nonprofits, and government support teams race toward Alabama as tornado victims wander the rubble. Toothbrushes, clean water, and a roof to sleep under are among the most pressing needs.
04/30/2011 09:51 am

Deadly day of Ugandan rioting follows opposition leader's arrest

The arrest of Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye set off riots across Kampala Friday in which at least two dozen people were killed.
04/29/2011 03:39 pm

Prince William: Britain's most popular royal weds Kate Middleton

Prince William's marriage today to Catherine Middleton enshrines his popularity among the British people who admire the young royal's affable demeanor.
04/29/2011 08:58 am

In Libya's rebel stronghold, whispers of disagreement

Libya's rebels, based in Benghazi, are determined to fight Qaddafi's forces to the end – no matter how long it takes. But can they maintain unity?
04/26/2011 12:23 pm

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Legal challenge to National Day of Prayer thrown out

A federal judge last year had struck down as unconstitutional the National Day of Prayer. But on Thursday, a US appeals court ruled that the people who had brought the case lacked legal standing.
04/14/2011 07:22 pm