Politics and Policy
Urgent appeal - Balochistan flooding Print E-mail
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By the Labour Party of Pakistan

 

Torrential rains have unleashed flash floods in different parts of Balochistan over the few days. Water levies broke leaving the people exposed to flood water. At least three villages in district Sibi have been destroyed. Houses, live-stock such as cattle’s and goats, household goods, clothes, shoes and other items have been destroyed. Residents of villages are currently without drinkable water, food, shelter and in need of clothes. In particular, the situation is dire for children and women and they are in desperate need of food and clothing. Disease is spreading fast in the areas affected due to lack of drinkable water. In particular, flu, fever, diarrhea, cholera have been noted and are spreading.

Last Updated on Sunday, 25 July 2010 19:38
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Bangladeshi opposition leader's son hit with corruption charges Print E-mail
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By Pinaki Roy in Dhaka

 

Bangladesh’s Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) this week pressed charges against Tarique Rahman, the elder son of former prime minister and present leader of the opposition BNP Khaleda Zia, and his business partner Giasuddin Al-Mamun in connection with alleged money laundering.

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Muslims in EU Cities Print E-mail
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The Open Society Foundation is currently conducting its At Home in Europe project, which examines the position of minority communities in Europe. At present the project is focused on Europe's Muslim communities, and the Foundation is researching a number of monitoring reports under the banner Muslims in EU Cities. The project examines the level and nature of integration of Muslims in 11 European cities.

Last Updated on Wednesday, 30 June 2010 12:52
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US report ties militancy to Pakistan school woes Print E-mail
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Pakistan's poor public education system helps stoke militancy, while the religious schools often cited as a cause of extremism appear not to be a major risk factor, says a report by a Washington think tank.

Last Updated on Wednesday, 23 June 2010 00:15
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Save Refugee and Migrant Justice @RMJUK Print E-mail
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Refugee and Migrant Justice is a legal service which provides assistance to asylum seekers and other migrants coming to the UK.

 

The threat of closure is putting than 10,000 asylum seekers and vulnerable migrants at risk without legal assistance. Victims of trafficking, torture and armed conflict and nearly a thousand unaccompanied children would be affected if RMJ had to close.

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