Tag: conflict

How does one start prepping?

Faced with an extreme winter storm this year, Americans wonder how to be prepared for catastrophe. Miriam has lived through wars in the Middle East - so she's prepared on giving you a guide to prepping.

Iran’s holiest city about to run dry as terror chosen over water management

Iran’s second-largest city, Mashhad, is facing an acute water emergency after dam reservoirs feeding the city fell below three percent capacity, according to Iranian state and local media. Officials warn that without rainfall or improved inflows from neighboring Afghanistan, the city’s supply could soon collapse.

Freedom Flotilla sets sail toward Gaza with Greta Thunburg on board to liberate Gaza

Inside the controversial voyage that merges climate activism, human rights, and Middle East politics. Will the Freedom Flotilla make it to Gaza?

The Emirates wants to help Lebanon become a sustainable winner

Can sustainable experts change the future of Lebanon for the better? The UAE is leading the way.

Sudan is starving and 25 million people face famine

Urgent action, in particular immediate and unimpeded humanitarian access, is required to address the widening famine in Sudan, where almost 25 million people face acute food insecurity. 

How to help Gaza fishermen

The destruction of Gaza's two main aquaculture farms, along with the hatchery facility, has also left the sector unable to produce alternative aquatic foods through aquaculture. 

Earthquake data can predict war

Seismic meters used to detect upcoming earthquakes may be used in the Art of War

The Fight for Water in Yemen’s Drying Land

Families on Yemen's West Coast often rely on unsafe water sources, increasing the risk of disease as clean water remains difficult to access.

Canada uses play to break the cycle of violence

In Canada, only 1 in 5 children who need mental health services receive them. Clinical and psychiatric programs, while effective, can involve long wait times and prohibitive costs. A new study involving McGill University researchers points to a solution to fill the gap: a low-cost, community-based program that has seen inspiring results.

Lebanese install solar panels to survive energy crisis

Lebanon is facing a severe energy crisis forcing people to run private generators for switching on light bulbs and refrigerators. But people have started to turn to the sun.

Yemen is starving, Ukraine war is making it worse

Ongoing conflict, poverty, and draught have millions of Yemenis in the crossfire. They are starving.

Device restores the sense of touch

A new device developed in Tel Aviv inspires hope among people who have lost their sense of touch in the nerves of a limb following amputation or injury.