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The problem of poverty is one of the most serious issues facing the world, as the number of people living in extreme poverty is about 650M globally, according to the World Bank. Despite that, we can always do something to help them, lift them out of poverty, and positively impact them, whether we are individuals, […]
The earthquake that hit southeast Turkey and northwest Syria on 6 February is certainly one of the deadliest ever in those areas. The humanitarian catastrophes are vast, with more than 44,300 dead in Turkey alone, and as many as 1.5 million were left homeless, children included, and sleeping in the cold. Thus, those victims are […]
In the early hours of the morning of Feb. 6, the catastrophic earthquake hit southern Turkey and northern Syria. With a magnitude of 7.8, the Kahramanmaras earthquake was one of the deadliest earthquakes in recent history. So far, the earthquake has damaged more than 55,000 buildings and left as many as 46,000 deaths from both […]
Technology plays a tremendous role in effective earthquake recovery and responding to its consequences. To this end, this article elaborates on the most important technologies used by emergency responders in order to efficiently plan their response and what tools people can use to stay safe. Early warning systems Early warning systems are essential for risk […]
Food Security Refugee families who flee their homes overnight due to wars and armed conflict lack daily essential needs, and at the top of these needs is access to safe food and nutrition. Good nutrition is about consistently reliable access to safe and nutritious food, as it impacts our daily life and overall health. It […]
About World Food Day On 16 October, people worldwide observe World Food Day to remember the date the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization was established in 1945. The World Food Programme, the World Health Organization, and the International Fund for Agricultural Development are just a few organizations that participate in widespread celebrations on the […]
Definitions of Food Security Food security is a situation that exists when all people, at all times, have physical, social, and economic access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food that meets their dietary needs and food preferences for an active and healthy life. Components of Food Security Every aspect of daily living is impacted by […]
Giving Make You Feel Happier Happiness is found in helping others, and giving is better than receiving. These good feelings are reflected in our biology. A study in 2006 found that when people give to charities, it activates regions of the brain associated with pleasure, social connection, and trust, creating a “warm glow” effect. Scientists […]
Becoming Happy by Helping Others Helping others stimulates the part of your brain that makes you feel happy. It also releases the oxytocin hormone, which helps moderate emotions and social interactions. The higher your oxytocin levels, the more generous you become. The purpose of human life is to serve and show compassion and the will […]
