UNICEF
Israel Blocks Critical Medical Supplies Needed for UNICEF's Gaza Children Vaccination Campaign
Nov 11, 2025 09:47 pm CST
UNICEF reports that Israel is blocking 1.6 million syringes and other essential medical supplies from entering Gaza, hampering a critical vaccination campaign for over 40,000 children. Despite a fragile ceasefire, humanitarian organizations continue to face significant obstacles in delivering necessary aid to address malnutrition and prevent disease outbreaks among Gaza's vulnerable population.
Pakistani Woman Challenges Government Over Period Tax on Sanitary Pads: A Fight for Women's Rights
Oct 28, 2025 04:48 pm CST
A 25-year-old Pakistani lawyer, Mahnoor Omer, has filed a landmark public interest litigation against the government's heavy taxation on sanitary pads. Her petition argues that the 40% tax burden on menstrual products violates women's constitutional rights to equality and dignity, making essential hygiene items inaccessible for many. With only 12% of Pakistani women using sanitary pads due to high costs, this case highlights the intersection of taxation policy and gender inequality in healthcare access.
FSSAI Mandates WHO Approval for All Products Labelled as Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS)
Oct 16, 2025 02:17 pm CST
India's Food Safety and Standards Authority (FSSAI) has issued a new directive requiring WHO approval for all products marketed as Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS). This regulatory change revokes previous allowances that permitted "ORS" branding on various beverages with disclaimers. The decision aims to prevent misuse of the ORS designation, as proper formulations are critical for safely treating dehydration from diarrhea and other conditions.
Why Trump's Nobel Peace Prize Chances Are Slim According to Experts
Sep 25, 2025 10:11 pm CST
Nobel Peace Prize experts explain why Donald Trump is unlikely to win the prestigious award despite his lobbying efforts, with the committee instead likely to recognize humanitarian organizations working in challenging environments when they announce this year's winner on October 10.