May 2016

When a disaster or emergency occurs, the Canadian Red Cross works closely with government, local community leaders and other organizations to ensure funds are used efficiently and to avoid duplicating efforts. This includes providing…

A Colombian sailor was rescued into the Pacific Ocean at 3,500 miles from the coast

The disastrous wildfire which destroyed Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada few days ago obliged thousands of people to evacuate. They have not only left their own houses and work places, but also pets and livestock

The first discussions about new contracts’ issues broke down in February. Junior doctors are now striking in order to obtain new working conditions. The cause of their disappointment regards in particular the Saturday pay

"The town of Telluride, nestled in a box canyon surrounded by 13,000 foot peaks, is filled with colorful legends, over a century of rich history, and Rocky Mountain spirit. The Telluride National Historic District (just six blocks…

Health Secretary confirms Government will pause introduction of junior doctor contract for 5 days if BMA agrees to negotiate on outstanding issues.

Fort McMurray fire: Entire city forced to flee as inferno rages (CNN) -- The sky in northern Alberta's Fort McMurray resembled a wall of fire and smoke Wednesday as a mammoth inferno swallowed parts of the Canadian city. Authorities…

As momentum builds ahead of the World Humanitarian Summit in Istanbul, Fiji businesses have agreed to join forces with the Government, United Nations and civil society organizations to establish the Fiji Business Disaster Resilience…

MSF President Dr. Joanne Liu to UN Security Council on resolution 2286 - healthcare in armed conflict

Manila (ICRC) – To help alleviate the plight of communities affected by the El Niño phenomenon, food rations were distributed to over 29,000 people in two drought-hit municipalities in North Cotabato province in central Mindanao. In…