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www.theguardian.com
15 hours ago
Social justice

Children of Vietnam war's rape survivors unjustly bear the burden of others' crimes | Tran Thi Ngai

Survivors of sexual violence in conflict zones often face lifelong stigma and struggle for recognition and support. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
6 days ago
Health

Attacks on health workers in conflict zones at highest level ever report

Attacks on health workers in conflict zones rose by 25% in 2023, driven by new wars like in Gaza and Sudan, leading to over 2,500 violent incidents against healthcare. [ more ]
ReadWrite
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

U.S. Air Force says it has planes with AI capable of dogfighting

The US Air Force, in partnership with DARPA, achieved its first AI dogfight, advancing autonomous air combat capabilities. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Europe news

Waiting for My Time to Come': Ukraine's New Draft Law Unsettles the Young

Lowering draft age in Ukraine from 27 to 25 aims to replenish Ukrainian forces amid Russian invasion.
Young Ukrainian men facing potential military draft express concerns over their future and seek ways to evade conscription. [ more ]
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Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
LA food

A new Mediterranean cookbook from Jose Andres celebrates 'dishes that belong to the people'

José Andrés focuses on the unifying power of food in conflict zones.
Andrés' commitment to food aid through World Central Kitchen is highlighted. [ more ]
The New Yorker
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Joe Biden and U.S. Policy Toward Israel

Moral sympathy can be unpredictable, often shifting based on specific incidents and casualties.
Humanitarian aid efforts can face tragic consequences even when coordinated with military forces, highlighting the challenges of working in conflict zones. [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Europe news

Collecting the Dead Russia Left Behind

Ukrainian volunteer collects bodies from battlefields
Dramatic humanitarian efforts in war-torn regions [ more ]
www.france24.com
2 months ago
France news

Tete a tete - Situation in Gaza 'completely unimaginable', British doctor says after mission

The dire state of healthcare in Gaza is described as unimaginable by a British orthopaedic surgeon who recently worked there. [ more ]
Truthout
3 months ago
Medicine

Israeli Raid on Nasser Hospital Deepens "Public Health Nightmare" in Gaza

Healthcare providers should stand against attacks on hospitals and medical staff.
Calls for protection of hospitals and personnel in conflict zones. [ more ]
Acm
3 months ago
Digital life

Life-Saving 'Robot Medics' for Triage in High-Risk Places

Researchers develop UGV with robotic arms for medical assistance in high-risk areas
The UGV uses VR technology to allow doctors to remotely perform medical triage [ more ]
www.npr.org
5 months ago
Public health

Attacks on health care are on track to hit a record high in 2023. Can it be stopped?

In 2022, there have been a record 1,989 attacks on health-care facilities and personnel, the highest in the decade.
Health care in conflict zones, including Israel and Gaza, has been targeted, violating international humanitarian law. [ more ]
www.vice.com
5 months ago
Marketing

How Online Fights Affect Real World Battlefields

Social media has changed the way wars are fought and the internet has become a new battlefield.
Online discussion shapes the reality on the ground in conflict zones. [ more ]
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